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WV12 ATO

2012 Suzuki Jimny

Grey Petrol 1328cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires23 Mar 2027
Tests16 (12 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

65,662 mi
Last recorded65,662 miles
Recorded on6 Mar 2026
Typical for 2012 Suzuki Jimny38,581 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWV12 ATO
MakeSuzuki
ModelJimny
Year2012
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,328cc

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MOT History

12 pass 4 fail
Pass 6 Mar 2026 65,662 miles

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Nearside Front Headlamp has a product on the light source but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

Offside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

Fail 6 Mar 2026 65,661 miles

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

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Nearside Front Headlamp has a product on the light source but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

Offside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

Pass 19 Mar 2025 61,563 miles
Fail 7 Mar 2025 61,560 miles

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

Pass 8 Mar 2024 58,368 miles
Pass 17 Mar 2023 51,897 miles
Pass 19 Mar 2022 44,781 miles
Fail 19 Mar 2022 44,781 miles

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

Pass 6 Mar 2021 39,572 miles
Pass 7 Mar 2020 35,951 miles
Pass 13 Mar 2019 30,012 miles
Pass 14 Mar 2018 25,032 miles

Nearside Front Inner brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Offside Front Inner brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Pass 1 Mar 2017 20,287 miles
Pass 9 Mar 2016 15,853 miles
Fail 9 Mar 2016 15,853 miles

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

Pass 11 Mar 2015 11,079 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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WV12 ATO is a 2012 Suzuki Jimny in Grey with a 1,328cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 WV12 ATO, 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 WV12 ATO registered?

WV12 ATO is a 2012 Suzuki Jimny, first registered on 23 March 2012.

Is WV12 ATO safe to buy?

The MOT history for WV12 ATO shows 16 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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