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WV12 AUM

2012 Suzuki Jimny

Grey Petrol 1298cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires14 Dec 2026
Tests16 (12 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

35,591 mi
Last recorded35,591 miles
Recorded on2 Dec 2025
Typical for 2012 Suzuki Jimny38,581 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWV12 AUM
MakeSuzuki
ModelJimny
Year2012
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,298cc

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MOT History

12 pass 4 fail
Pass 2 Dec 2025 35,591 miles
Pass 2 Dec 2024 35,065 miles
Pass 1 Dec 2023 34,545 miles
Pass 1 Dec 2022 34,085 miles
Pass 6 Dec 2021 33,584 miles
Fail 2 Dec 2021 33,583 miles

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

Pass 11 Dec 2020 32,839 miles
Fail 8 Dec 2020 32,834 miles

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

Pass 4 Dec 2019 32,113 miles

Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing both front & both rear slightly cracking / perished in tread (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Fail 4 Dec 2019 32,113 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low adjusted lamp, no further fault found (4.1.2 (a))

Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing both front & both rear slightly cracking / perished in tread (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 4 Dec 2018 30,745 miles
Fail 4 Dec 2018 30,745 miles

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Pass 5 Dec 2017 30,142 miles
Pass 15 Dec 2016 28,342 miles
Pass 18 Feb 2016 26,550 miles
Pass 18 Feb 2015 25,120 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 AUM is a 2012 Suzuki Jimny in Grey with a 1,298cc 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 AUM, 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 AUM registered?

WV12 AUM is a 2012 Suzuki Jimny, first registered on 9 March 2012.

Is WV12 AUM safe to buy?

The MOT history for WV12 AUM 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.

Does WV12 AUM have outstanding finance?

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