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VU62 UNR

2012 Suzuki Jimny

Grey Petrol 1328cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires31 Aug 2026
Tests17 (11 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate64.7%

Mileage

78,991 mi
Last recorded78,991 miles
Recorded on13 Aug 2025
Typical for 2012 Suzuki Jimny38,581 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVU62 UNR
MakeSuzuki
ModelJimny
Year2012
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,328cc

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MOT History

11 pass 6 fail
Pass 13 Aug 2025 78,991 miles

Fuel Pipe/s corroded ()

Nearside Front 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))

Fail 6 Aug 2025 78,988 miles

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength body mountain out rigger (5.3.6 (a) (i))

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

Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively both (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Fuel Pipe/s corroded ()

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

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive chassis corroded (5.3.6 (a) (i))

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

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive chassis corroded (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Pass 16 Aug 2024 73,163 miles

All position lamps slightly affected by the operation of another lamp indicator/hazards (4.2.3 (c))

Fuel Pipe/s corroded all rear pipes ()

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Vehicle structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security body mount (6.2.2 (d) (i))

Offside Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced chassis leg (6.1.1 (c) (i))

corrosion too body chassis and suspension components

Fail 5 Aug 2024 73,070 miles

Nearside Rear Vehicle structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting body mount (6.2.2 (d) (i))

All position lamps slightly affected by the operation of another lamp indicator/hazards (4.2.3 (c))

Fuel Pipe/s corroded all rear pipes ()

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

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Vehicle structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security body mount (6.2.2 (d) (i))

Offside Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced chassis leg (6.1.1 (c) (i))

corrosion too body chassis and suspension components

Pass 11 Aug 2023 67,510 miles

Offside Rear Fuel Pipe/s corroded ()

Fail 10 Aug 2023 67,504 miles

Offside Rear Brake pipe at imminent risk of failure or fracture (1.1.11 (a)) DANGEROUS

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

Offside Rear Fuel Pipe/s corroded ()

Pass 19 Aug 2022 60,657 miles

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rearpipe byo/s/r chassis (1.1.11 (c))

Fuel Pipe/s corroded o/s/r chassis ()

Fail 17 Aug 2022 60,651 miles

Nearside Front Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced by stay bar and body mountings (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Offside Front Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rearpipe byo/s/r chassis (1.1.11 (c))

Fuel Pipe/s corroded o/s/r chassis ()

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

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

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

Pass 17 Aug 2021 53,919 miles

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Front to rear wheels (1.1.11 (c))

Rear Prop shaft joint worn, but not excessively Rear propshaft rear UJ joint (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Fail 16 Aug 2021 53,912 miles

Nearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Front to rear wheels (1.1.11 (c))

Rear Prop shaft joint worn, but not excessively Rear propshaft rear UJ joint (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Pass 26 Aug 2020 49,155 miles
Pass 19 Aug 2019 44,509 miles

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

Pass 13 Aug 2018 41,013 miles
Pass 15 Aug 2017 32,658 miles
Pass 22 Aug 2016 27,157 miles
Fail 22 Aug 2016 27,157 miles

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

Pass 19 Aug 2015 19,119 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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VU62 UNR is a 2012 Suzuki Jimny in Grey with a 1,328cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 64.7%.

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 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 VU62 UNR, 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.

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What year was VU62 UNR registered?

VU62 UNR is a 2012 Suzuki Jimny, first registered on 1 September 2012.

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