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SM61 AHC

2011 Suzuki Jimny

Grey Petrol 1298cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 Mar 2026
Tests17 (13 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate76.5%

Mileage

92,508 mi
Last recorded92,508 miles
Recorded on28 Feb 2025
Typical for 2011 Suzuki Jimny40,142 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSM61 AHC
MakeSuzuki
ModelJimny
Year2011
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,298cc

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MOT History

13 pass 4 fail
Pass 28 Feb 2025 92,508 miles
Fail 27 Feb 2025 92,428 miles

Offside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Vehicle structure or chassis has excessive corrosion to the extent that overall security or stability of the body is impaired (6.2.2 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Front wheel arch inner corroded carpet visible.

Pass 10 Feb 2024 73,875 miles

Brake Servo corroded , Lower section

Front Suspension component corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Rear Suspension component corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 3 Mar 2023 65,605 miles
Pass 29 Jul 2022 62,254 miles
Pass 1 Aug 2021 56,831 miles

CO readings only just passed

Front hub hydraulic feed pipes corroded

Rear Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Rear Service brake requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair (1.2.1 (c))

parking brake travel getting high

various spots under vehicle corroded but no visible holes

Fail 31 Jul 2021 56,820 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Nearside Headlamp light source and lamp not compatible (4.1.4 (c))

Offside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Offside Headlamp light source and lamp not compatible (4.1.4 (c))

CO readings only just passed

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

Front hub hydraulic feed pipes corroded

Nearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Rear Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Rear Service brake requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair (1.2.1 (c))

parking brake travel getting high

various spots under vehicle corroded but no visible holes

Pass 20 Jul 2020 56,755 miles
Pass 3 Aug 2019 56,470 miles

Nearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Pass 25 Jul 2018 56,132 miles
Fail 24 Jul 2018 56,132 miles

Nearside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Nearside Rear Nail in tyre ()

Pass 21 Nov 2017 46,834 miles
Fail 20 Nov 2017 46,831 miles

Offside Front coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)

Pass 17 Nov 2016 32,813 miles
Pass 25 Nov 2015 24,347 miles
Pass 13 Aug 2015 23,069 miles
Pass 6 Oct 2014 17,786 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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SM61 AHC is a 2011 Suzuki Jimny in Grey with a 1,298cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.5%.

Across all 2011 Suzuki Jimny models, the average MOT pass rate is 81.3% with a typical mileage of 40,142 miles. This particular vehicle has a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 SM61 AHC, 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 15 years old, this Suzuki Jimny is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was SM61 AHC registered?

SM61 AHC is a 2011 Suzuki Jimny, first registered on 31 October 2011.

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