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YF12 GWY

2012 Suzuki Jimny

Black Petrol 1298cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires14 Mar 2027
Tests17 (12 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate70.6%

Mileage

54,426 mi
Last recorded54,426 miles
Recorded on3 Mar 2026
Typical for 2012 Suzuki Jimny38,581 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYF12 GWY
MakeSuzuki
ModelJimny
Year2012
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,298cc

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MOT History

12 pass 5 fail
Pass 3 Mar 2026 54,426 miles

Nearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Vehicle structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security under arch (6.2.2 (d) (i))

Nearside Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced chassis rail (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Offside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Vehicle structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security under arch (6.2.2 (d) (i))

Offside Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced chassis rail (6.1.1 (c) (i))

underside of vehicle in general poor condition

Fail 3 Mar 2026 54,426 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))

Offside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Vehicle structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security under arch (6.2.2 (d) (i))

Nearside Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced chassis rail (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Offside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Vehicle structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security under arch (6.2.2 (d) (i))

Offside Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced chassis rail (6.1.1 (c) (i))

underside of vehicle in general poor condition

Pass 25 Feb 2025 50,567 miles

Front 4W drive system air lines corroding

Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened and its mounting/prescribed area (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Front both front body supports corroded

Nearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Rear body support corroded

Rear trailing arm mounting boots cracking

Rear trailing arm mountings and prescribed areas corroding (not excessive)

Fail 25 Feb 2025 50,567 miles

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Front 4W drive system air lines corroding

Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened and its mounting/prescribed area (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Front both front body supports corroded

Nearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Rear body support corroded

Rear trailing arm mounting boots cracking

Rear trailing arm mountings and prescribed areas corroding (not excessive)

Pass 11 Mar 2024 46,804 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn to 3mm (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Front outrigger body support rusted

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive trailing arm mounting bracket (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Front outrigger body support rusted

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive trailing arm mounting bracket (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn to 3mm (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear outrigger body support rusted

Pass 22 Feb 2023 42,136 miles

slight surface rust underside

Pass 19 Feb 2022 41,619 miles
Fail 19 Feb 2022 41,619 miles

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

Pass 1 Mar 2021 40,388 miles
Pass 3 Mar 2020 38,520 miles
Fail 3 Mar 2020 38,520 miles

Offside Brake pipe excessively corroded front to rear (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 15 Mar 2019 33,708 miles

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 16 Apr 2018 29,548 miles
Fail 16 Apr 2018 29,548 miles

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

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

Pass 27 Apr 2017 24,683 miles
Pass 5 May 2016 19,250 miles
Pass 20 May 2015 13,527 miles

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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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YF12 GWY is a 2012 Suzuki Jimny in Black with a 1,298cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 70.6%.

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 YF12 GWY, 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 YF12 GWY registered?

YF12 GWY is a 2012 Suzuki Jimny, first registered on 31 May 2012.

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