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YF61 SVV

2012 Suzuki Jimny

Blue Petrol 1298cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires28 Jan 2027
Tests13 (12 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.3%

Mileage

39,784 mi
Last recorded39,784 miles
Recorded on14 Jan 2026
Typical for 2012 Suzuki Jimny38,581 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYF61 SVV
MakeSuzuki
ModelJimny
Year2012
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,298cc

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MOT History

12 pass 1 fail
Pass 14 Jan 2026 39,784 miles

Nearside Front Axle swivel pins and bushes swivel pin and/or bush slightly worn (5.1.2 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged tyre starting to crack in the tread (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Front Axle swivel pins and bushes swivel pin and/or bush slightly worn (5.1.2 (b) (i))

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged tyre starting to crack in the tread (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases exhaust back box to centre section flange slightly blowing (6.1.2 (a))

Steering box worn, but not excessively (2.1.1 (c) (i))

underneath of vehicle corroded

Pass 10 Jan 2025 38,303 miles
Pass 11 Jan 2024 36,655 miles
Pass 18 Jan 2023 34,819 miles
Fail 18 Jan 2023 34,819 miles

Windscreen washer jets misaligned and not providing sufficient fluid to the windscreen (3.5 (a))

Pass 20 Jan 2022 32,578 miles
Pass 25 Jan 2021 30,742 miles
Pass 15 Jan 2020 29,417 miles
Pass 14 Jan 2019 25,878 miles
Pass 12 Jan 2018 22,651 miles
Pass 23 Jan 2017 19,360 miles
Pass 15 Jan 2016 15,727 miles
Pass 28 Jan 2015 11,644 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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YF61 SVV is a 2012 Suzuki Jimny in Blue 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 YF61 SVV, 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 YF61 SVV registered?

YF61 SVV is a 2012 Suzuki Jimny, first registered on 28 January 2012.

Is YF61 SVV safe to buy?

The MOT history for YF61 SVV 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.

Does YF61 SVV have outstanding finance?

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