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YD12 KWA

2012 Suzuki Jimny

Grey Petrol 1298cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires2 Dec 2026
Tests14 (12 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

46,298 mi
Last recorded46,298 miles
Recorded on24 Nov 2025
Typical for 2012 Suzuki Jimny38,581 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYD12 KWA
MakeSuzuki
ModelJimny
Year2012
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,298cc

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MOT History

12 pass 2 fail
Pass 24 Nov 2025 46,298 miles

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

Pass 20 Nov 2024 44,136 miles
Pass 17 Nov 2023 42,304 miles
Pass 2 Dec 2022 40,493 miles

Horn Harsh

Fail 2 Dec 2022 40,492 miles

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

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

Horn Harsh

Pass 3 Nov 2021 37,952 miles
Fail 3 Nov 2021 37,952 miles

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

Pass 17 Nov 2020 35,338 miles
Pass 27 Nov 2019 33,166 miles
Pass 3 Dec 2018 29,374 miles
Pass 19 Feb 2018 28,332 miles
Pass 9 Mar 2017 27,445 miles

Front tyres scrubbing

Pass 11 Feb 2016 24,733 miles
Pass 20 Feb 2015 16,621 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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YD12 KWA is a 2012 Suzuki Jimny in Grey with a 1,298cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 YD12 KWA, 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 YD12 KWA registered?

YD12 KWA is a 2012 Suzuki Jimny, first registered on 1 March 2012.

Is YD12 KWA safe to buy?

The MOT history for YD12 KWA shows 14 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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