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WL12 AUY

2012 Suzuki Jimny

Grey Petrol 1298cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires9 Jun 2027
Tests13 (12 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.3%

Mileage

Typical for 2012 Suzuki Jimny38,581 mi
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWL12 AUY
MakeSuzuki
ModelJimny
Year2012
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,298cc

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MOT History

12 pass 1 fail
Pass 27 May 2026

Front Differential air pipes excessively corroded

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 30 May 2025

Front differential air pipes excessively corroded

VEHICLE BODY AND SUSPENSION COMPONENTS COVERED WITH OIL

Pass 6 Jun 2024 48,698 miles
Pass 5 Jun 2023 46,728 miles
Pass 27 May 2022 44,335 miles

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

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

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

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

Pass 26 May 2021 42,988 miles
Pass 10 Jun 2020 40,079 miles

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

Front Suspension pipe damaged but not to excess corroded (5.3.5 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))

Rear Service brake requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair (1.2.1 (c))

Towball/hitch not fitted at time of test

Vehicles internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights

Pass 23 Apr 2019 35,556 miles
Pass 23 Apr 2018 31,342 miles
Pass 24 Apr 2017 27,199 miles
Pass 25 Apr 2016 22,597 miles
Fail 20 Apr 2015 17,247 miles

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

Pass 20 Apr 2015 17,247 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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WL12 AUY is a 2012 Suzuki Jimny in Grey with a 1,298cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.3%.

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 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 WL12 AUY, 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 WL12 AUY registered?

WL12 AUY is a 2012 Suzuki Jimny, first registered on 1 May 2012.

Is WL12 AUY safe to buy?

The MOT history for WL12 AUY shows 13 tests with a 92.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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