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SV61 DME

2011 Suzuki Jimny

Grey Petrol 1298cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires16 Aug 2027
Tests19 (13 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate68.4%

Mileage

57,006 mi
Last recorded57,006 miles
Recorded on27 Jul 2026
Typical for 2011 Suzuki Jimny40,142 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSV61 DME
MakeSuzuki
ModelJimny
Year2011
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,298cc

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MOT History

13 pass 6 fail
Pass 27 Jul 2026 57,006 miles

Front Windscreen wiper blade defective both (3.4 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Vehicle structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security x-member (6.2.2 (d) (i))

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

exhaust corroded

Pass 11 Aug 2025 52,142 miles
Fail 8 Aug 2025 52,104 miles

Nearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength inner chassis (above trailing arm mount) (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Fuel Pipe/s corroded

Rear Position lamp slightly affected by the operation of another lamp (4.2.3 (c))

underside of vehicle (inc chassis) heavily corroded and covered in underseal

Pass 1 Aug 2024 46,200 miles

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

underside off vehicle undersealed

Pass 17 Aug 2023 42,298 miles

Underside of vehicle heavily undersealed

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 27 Oct 2022 41,834 miles

Central Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Central Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))

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

Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing BOTH SIDES (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Fail 19 Oct 2022 41,826 miles

Offside Front Axle swivel pins and bushes swivel pin and/or bush excessively worn (5.1.2 (b) (i))

Central Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))

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

Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing BOTH SIDES (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 22 Oct 2021 38,914 miles

Rear Passenger seat(s) missing at time of test BOTH

UNDERSIDE OF CAR IS RUSTY

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Fail 19 Oct 2021 38,895 miles

Offside Front Upper Steering component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.1.2 (e) (i))

Rear Passenger seat(s) missing at time of test BOTH

UNDERSIDE OF CAR IS RUSTY

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 21 Oct 2020 35,323 miles

Nearside Front Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view SMALL CHIPS (3.2 (a) (i))

Rear SEATS & BELTS NOT IN USE

Pass 21 Oct 2019 31,958 miles

Nearside Front Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view STONE CHIPS (3.2 (a) (i))

Rear Passenger seat(s) missing at time of test

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

Offside Rear Outer Gearbox mounting defective BROKEN

Fail 21 Oct 2019 31,958 miles

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

Nearside Front Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view STONE CHIPS (3.2 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Rear Passenger seat(s) missing at time of test

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

Offside Rear Outer Gearbox mounting defective BROKEN

Pass 10 Oct 2018 28,045 miles

Rear Passenger seat(s) missing at time of test BOTH

Rear Service brake requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair BOTH REAR NOT LOCKING (1.2.1 (c))

Pass 24 Oct 2017 24,416 miles

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

REAR SEATS (seats removed, liner fitted)

Fail 18 Oct 2017 24,416 miles

Nearside Front Lower Axle king pin has excessive play in pin and/or bush adversely affecting the steering (2.5.A.3a)

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

REAR SEATS (seats removed, liner fitted)

Pass 18 Oct 2016 21,500 miles

Rear Passenger seat(s) missing at time of test

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Pass 22 Oct 2015 18,375 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)

Offside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)

Fail 22 Oct 2015 18,375 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)

Offside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Pass 25 Nov 2014 13,607 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

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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SV61 DME is a 2011 Suzuki Jimny in Grey with a 1,298cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 68.4%.

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 SV61 DME, 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 SV61 DME registered?

SV61 DME is a 2011 Suzuki Jimny, first registered on 23 November 2011.

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