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YB12 VZG

2012 Suzuki Jimny

Black Petrol 1298cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires8 Sep 2026
Tests13 (12 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.3%

Mileage

57,579 mi
Last recorded57,579 miles
Recorded on8 Sep 2025
Typical for 2012 Suzuki Jimny38,581 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYB12 VZG
MakeSuzuki
ModelJimny
Year2012
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,298cc

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MOT History

12 pass 1 fail
Pass 8 Sep 2025 57,579 miles
Pass 4 Sep 2024 53,556 miles
Pass 6 Sep 2023 49,656 miles
Pass 31 Aug 2022 45,418 miles

Offside Front Drag link end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Fail 31 Aug 2022 45,418 miles

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

Offside Front Drag link end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Pass 9 Sep 2021 41,644 miles
Pass 12 Jun 2021 41,063 miles
Pass 20 Jun 2020 34,243 miles
Pass 30 May 2019 26,076 miles
Pass 24 Jul 2018 24,172 miles
Pass 17 May 2017 20,622 miles
Pass 27 May 2016 15,476 miles
Pass 7 Jul 2015 12,308 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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YB12 VZG is a 2012 Suzuki Jimny in Black 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 YB12 VZG, 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 YB12 VZG registered?

YB12 VZG is a 2012 Suzuki Jimny, first registered on 13 July 2012.

Is YB12 VZG safe to buy?

The MOT history for YB12 VZG 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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