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VU61 ZVF

2011 Suzuki Jimny

Blue Petrol 1298cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires29 Oct 2026
Tests15 (13 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate86.7%

Mileage

69,963 mi
Last recorded69,963 miles
Recorded on22 Oct 2025
Typical for 2011 Suzuki Jimny40,142 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVU61 ZVF
MakeSuzuki
ModelJimny
Year2011
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,298cc

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MOT History

13 pass 2 fail
Pass 22 Oct 2025 69,963 miles
Pass 22 Oct 2024 63,155 miles
Fail 21 Oct 2024 63,141 miles

Nearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength outrigger rear control arm mount (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Pass 18 Oct 2023 54,384 miles

Coolant leak radiator ()

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

Pass 18 Oct 2022 47,003 miles

Offside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

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

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

Pass 18 Oct 2021 39,411 miles

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

Offside Rear Valve stem slightly damaged (5.2.3 (j))

Pass 30 Oct 2020 31,646 miles
Pass 24 Sep 2020 31,401 miles
Pass 10 Oct 2019 28,472 miles
Pass 11 Oct 2018 22,100 miles
Pass 2 Oct 2017 17,118 miles

Offside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded to rear brake hose (3.6.B.2c)

Fail 29 Sep 2017 17,117 miles

Front Brakes imbalanced across an axle 38% (3.7.B.5b)

Service brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Offside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded to rear brake hose (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 25 Oct 2016 16,183 miles
Pass 29 Oct 2015 14,708 miles
Pass 30 Oct 2014 12,617 miles

Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

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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VU61 ZVF is a 2011 Suzuki Jimny in Blue with a 1,298cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 86.7%.

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 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 VU61 ZVF, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was VU61 ZVF registered?

VU61 ZVF is a 2011 Suzuki Jimny, first registered on 31 October 2011.

Is VU61 ZVF safe to buy?

The MOT history for VU61 ZVF shows 15 tests with a 86.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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