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VK62 VVS

2012 Suzuki Jimny

Black Petrol 1328cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires9 Sep 2026
Tests15 (11 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate73.3%

Mileage

98,029 mi
Last recorded98,029 miles
Recorded on8 Sep 2025
Typical for 2012 Suzuki Jimny38,581 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVK62 VVS
MakeSuzuki
ModelJimny
Year2012
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,328cc

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MOT History

11 pass 4 fail
Pass 8 Sep 2025 98,029 miles
Pass 10 Sep 2024 95,128 miles
Fail 10 Sep 2024 95,128 miles

Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Pass 24 Oct 2023 93,938 miles

Fuel Pipe/s corroded ()

Rear differential slightly noisy

Steering rack has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.3 (a) (i))

heat shield loose

Fail 23 Oct 2023 93,937 miles

Brake performance unable to be tested (1.2.1 (g))

Offside Front Brake disc significantly and obviously worn (1.1.14 (a) (i))

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

Offside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Fuel Pipe/s corroded ()

Rear differential slightly noisy

Steering rack has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.3 (a) (i))

heat shield loose

Pass 15 Nov 2022 91,130 miles
Pass 2 Nov 2021 86,901 miles

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

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

Pass 9 Nov 2020 82,713 miles
Pass 5 Nov 2019 77,046 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Fail 5 Nov 2019 77,046 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

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

Pass 25 Oct 2018 67,998 miles
Pass 10 Nov 2017 59,277 miles
Pass 14 Nov 2016 48,431 miles
Fail 14 Nov 2016 48,431 miles

Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Pass 9 Nov 2015 37,768 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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VK62 VVS is a 2012 Suzuki Jimny in Black with a 1,328cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.3%.

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 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 VK62 VVS, 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 VK62 VVS registered?

VK62 VVS is a 2012 Suzuki Jimny, first registered on 22 November 2012.

Is VK62 VVS safe to buy?

The MOT history for VK62 VVS shows 15 tests with a 73.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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