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YF62 VNG

2012 Suzuki Jimny

Red Petrol 1328cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires15 Feb 2027
Tests14 (12 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

48,821 mi
Last recorded48,821 miles
Recorded on3 Feb 2026
Typical for 2012 Suzuki Jimny38,581 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYF62 VNG
MakeSuzuki
ModelJimny
Year2012
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,328cc

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MOT History

12 pass 2 fail
Pass 3 Feb 2026 48,821 miles

Offside Front body mount corroded

Pass 7 Feb 2025 47,903 miles

Offside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Fail 3 Feb 2025 47,846 miles

Offside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Pass 2 Feb 2024 47,036 miles

Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

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

Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing all (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 2 Feb 2023 45,532 miles

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material All (1.1.11 (c))

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

Pass 16 Feb 2022 42,634 miles
Fail 1 Feb 2022 42,634 miles

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

Offside Front Wheel bearing has excessive play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Spare tyre defective ()

Pass 15 Dec 2021 42,445 miles

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

Pass 30 Nov 2020 39,555 miles

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

Pass 26 Nov 2019 37,170 miles
Pass 27 Nov 2018 33,019 miles
Pass 30 Nov 2017 28,166 miles
Pass 29 Nov 2016 23,023 miles

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit outer edge (4.1.E.1)

Pass 30 Nov 2015 18,358 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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YF62 VNG is a 2012 Suzuki Jimny in Red with a 1,328cc 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 YF62 VNG, 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

How do I check the history of YF62 VNG?

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What year was YF62 VNG registered?

YF62 VNG is a 2012 Suzuki Jimny, first registered on 21 December 2012.

Is YF62 VNG safe to buy?

The MOT history for YF62 VNG 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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