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VU61 ZVH

2011 Suzuki Jimny

Black Petrol 1298cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires12 Jul 2027
Tests14 (13 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.9%

Mileage

38,278 mi
Last recorded38,278 miles
Recorded on17 Jun 2026
Typical for 2011 Suzuki Jimny40,142 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVU61 ZVH
MakeSuzuki
ModelJimny
Year2011
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,298cc

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MOT History

13 pass 1 fail
Pass 17 Jun 2026 38,278 miles

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

Offside Rear Fuel Pipe/s corroded

Pass 1 Jul 2025 33,281 miles
Pass 3 Jul 2024 27,238 miles
Pass 27 Jun 2023 19,625 miles

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

Pass 5 Jul 2022 15,537 miles
Pass 13 Jul 2021 12,878 miles
Pass 11 Sep 2020 12,032 miles

Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material on the axle from the n/s to the o/s all the way across (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 27 Sep 2019 10,936 miles

Front Front Wheel Hub Vacuum Pipes Corroded

Nearside Entrance/exit step in a deteriorated condition (9.7 (a) (i))

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

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

Rear Diff Noisy

Fail 25 Sep 2019 10,935 miles

Service brake efficiency below requirements (1.2.2 (a) (i))

Front Front Wheel Hub Vacuum Pipes Corroded

Nearside Entrance/exit step in a deteriorated condition (9.7 (a) (i))

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

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

Rear Diff Noisy

Pass 28 Sep 2018 9,998 miles

Front Vacuum pipes corroded

Rear Diff noisy

Pass 28 Sep 2017 8,264 miles

Offside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 28 Sep 2016 7,119 miles
Pass 1 Oct 2015 5,593 miles
Pass 22 Sep 2014 4,488 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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VU61 ZVH is a 2011 Suzuki Jimny in Black with a 1,298cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.9%.

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 ZVH, 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 ZVH registered?

VU61 ZVH is a 2011 Suzuki Jimny, first registered on 30 September 2011.

Is VU61 ZVH safe to buy?

The MOT history for VU61 ZVH shows 14 tests with a 92.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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