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SM12 KDU

2012 Suzuki Jimny

Blue Petrol 1328cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires12 Dec 2026
Tests13 (12 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.3%

Mileage

67,701 mi
Last recorded67,701 miles
Recorded on20 Nov 2025
Typical for 2012 Suzuki Jimny38,581 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSM12 KDU
MakeSuzuki
ModelJimny
Year2012
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,328cc

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MOT History

12 pass 1 fail
Pass 20 Nov 2025 67,701 miles

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear (1.1.11 (c))

Rear Wheel bearing slightly noisy both (5.1.3 (b) (i))

under body corroded

Fail 20 Nov 2025 67,700 miles

Offside Front Wheel bearing has excessive play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear (1.1.11 (c))

Rear Wheel bearing slightly noisy both (5.1.3 (b) (i))

under body corroded

Pass 5 Dec 2024 62,464 miles

Driver's view Items removed from driver's view prior to test (3.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear Wheel bearing slightly noisy (5.1.3 (b) (i))

Offside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear flexi hoses (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Wheel bearing slightly noisy (5.1.3 (b) (i))

Pass 16 Nov 2023 56,654 miles
Pass 13 Dec 2022 44,296 miles
Pass 24 Nov 2021 42,856 miles

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 3 Dec 2020 37,216 miles
Pass 22 Nov 2019 31,470 miles
Pass 7 Dec 2018 25,781 miles
Pass 28 Jun 2018 21,192 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 1 Jul 2017 11,800 miles
Pass 23 Jun 2016 10,110 miles
Pass 18 Jun 2015 7,481 miles

How Reliable is the Suzuki Jimny?

Based on 677,512 MOT tests across 43,507 vehicles.

76.0%
Pass Rate
3,858
Miles/Year
28
Year Lifespan
43,507
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Brake pipe excessively corroded 18,210
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 11,190
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 7,055
position lamp(s) not working 6,970
Axle swivel joint has excessive play 5,518
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SM12 KDU is a 2012 Suzuki Jimny in Blue with a 1,328cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.3%.

Across all 2012 Suzuki Jimny models, the average MOT pass rate is 82.5% with a typical mileage of 38,581 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Suzuki Jimny fails its MOT is brake pipe excessively corroded, accounting for 18,210 recorded failures. If you're considering buying SM12 KDU, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Suzuki Jimny typically stays on UK roads for around 28 years. At 14 years old, this Suzuki Jimny is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was SM12 KDU registered?

SM12 KDU is a 2012 Suzuki Jimny, first registered on 27 June 2012.

Is SM12 KDU safe to buy?

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