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WJ62 LWG

2012 Suzuki Jimny

Blue Petrol 1328cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires17 May 2027
Tests15 (12 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

101,663 mi
Last recorded101,663 miles
Recorded on9 May 2026
Typical for 2012 Suzuki Jimny38,581 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWJ62 LWG
MakeSuzuki
ModelJimny
Year2012
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,328cc

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MOT History

12 pass 3 fail
Pass 9 May 2026 101,663 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

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

Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Pass 9 May 2025 91,639 miles
Fail 7 May 2025 91,639 miles

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

Central Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Central Stop lamp(s) non-obligatory stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 16 May 2024 84,779 miles

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear flexi hose (1.1.11 (c))

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Fail 16 May 2024 84,779 miles

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear flexi hose (1.1.11 (c))

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

Pass 13 May 2023 73,977 miles

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear flexi hose (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 18 May 2022 64,200 miles
Fail 18 May 2022 64,200 miles

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

Pass 18 May 2021 55,223 miles
Pass 18 May 2020 49,445 miles
Pass 10 May 2019 41,689 miles
Pass 17 May 2018 32,906 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 17 May 2017 24,572 miles
Pass 18 May 2016 15,272 miles
Pass 14 Sep 2015 14,179 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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WJ62 LWG is a 2012 Suzuki Jimny in Blue with a 1,328cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 WJ62 LWG, 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 WJ62 LWG registered?

WJ62 LWG is a 2012 Suzuki Jimny, first registered on 28 September 2012.

Is WJ62 LWG safe to buy?

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