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VK61 UAZ

2012 Suzuki Jimny

Grey Petrol 1298cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires29 Aug 2026
Tests12 (11 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate91.7%

Mileage

54,222 mi
Last recorded54,222 miles
Recorded on20 Aug 2025
Typical for 2012 Suzuki Jimny38,581 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVK61 UAZ
MakeSuzuki
ModelJimny
Year2012
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,298cc

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MOT History

11 pass 1 fail
Pass 20 Aug 2025 54,222 miles

Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing All four front and rear (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 21 Aug 2024 53,178 miles

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material most brake pipes covered in underseal (1.1.11 (c))

Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush all four shock absorbers bottom bushes slightly worn and stating to loose their bonding (5.3.2 (c))

Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing all four tyres cracking/perishing around their tread and on outer sidewalls (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

chassis covered in underseal

Fail 21 Aug 2024 53,178 miles

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material most brake pipes covered in underseal (1.1.11 (c))

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush all four shock absorbers bottom bushes slightly worn and stating to loose their bonding (5.3.2 (c))

Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing all four tyres cracking/perishing around their tread and on outer sidewalls (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

chassis covered in underseal

Pass 30 Aug 2023 51,555 miles
Pass 18 Nov 2022 49,999 miles
Pass 3 Dec 2021 44,564 miles

Nearside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Pass 4 Dec 2020 40,685 miles
Pass 26 Nov 2019 34,388 miles
Pass 21 Nov 2018 27,392 miles
Pass 13 Dec 2017 22,903 miles
Pass 14 Jul 2016 18,752 miles

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened O/s % N/s (3.5.1i)

Pass 19 Jan 2015 11,340 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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VK61 UAZ is a 2012 Suzuki Jimny in Grey with a 1,298cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 91.7%.

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 VK61 UAZ, 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 VK61 UAZ registered?

VK61 UAZ is a 2012 Suzuki Jimny, first registered on 26 January 2012.

Is VK61 UAZ safe to buy?

The MOT history for VK61 UAZ shows 12 tests with a 91.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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