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YK62 MZX

2012 Suzuki Jimny

Grey Petrol 1298cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires2 Sep 2027
Tests16 (12 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

57,523 mi
Last recorded57,523 miles
Recorded on6 Aug 2026
Typical for 2012 Suzuki Jimny38,581 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYK62 MZX
MakeSuzuki
ModelJimny
Year2012
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,298cc

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MOT History

12 pass 4 fail
Pass 6 Aug 2026 57,523 miles

Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both sides. (1.1.11 (c))

Front Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Under body under seal.

Pass 22 Aug 2025 55,773 miles
Pass 8 Aug 2024 54,430 miles
Fail 8 Aug 2024 54,427 miles

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

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 24 Aug 2023 53,474 miles
Pass 3 Aug 2022 52,825 miles
Pass 17 Aug 2021 51,456 miles

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

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

oil marks on engine

rear diff noisy when rotated

rear discs have a lip on inner side

rust under vehicle

Fail 16 Aug 2021 51,454 miles

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

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

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

Brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened both front (1.1.14 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

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

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

nail in o/s/f tyre repairable

oil marks on engine

rear diff noisy when rotated

rear discs have a lip on inner side

rear wiper split

rust under vehicle

Pass 17 Aug 2020 49,108 miles
Pass 27 Aug 2019 46,346 miles
Fail 27 Aug 2019 46,346 miles

Nearside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Pass 17 Aug 2018 38,715 miles
Pass 22 Aug 2017 31,266 miles
Pass 24 Aug 2016 25,163 miles
Fail 11 Aug 2015 17,924 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 11 Aug 2015 17,924 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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YK62 MZX is a 2012 Suzuki Jimny in Grey with a 1,298cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 YK62 MZX, 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 YK62 MZX registered?

YK62 MZX is a 2012 Suzuki Jimny, first registered on 2 September 2012.

Is YK62 MZX safe to buy?

The MOT history for YK62 MZX shows 16 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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