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YR62 HDV

2012 Suzuki Jimny

Black Petrol 1328cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires1 Dec 2026
Tests15 (11 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate73.3%

Mileage

87,110 mi
Last recorded87,110 miles
Recorded on25 Nov 2025
Typical for 2012 Suzuki Jimny38,581 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYR62 HDV
MakeSuzuki
ModelJimny
Year2012
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,328cc

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MOT History

11 pass 4 fail
Pass 25 Nov 2025 87,110 miles

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

Fail 6 Nov 2025 87,107 miles

Offside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength axle tie rod mounting point corroded and holed (5.3.6 (a) (i))

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

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

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive front spring hanger (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material all brake pipes (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 2 Dec 2024 83,558 miles
Fail 11 Nov 2024 83,518 miles

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

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

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

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

Nearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material undersealed (1.1.11 (c))

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

Offside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material undersealed (1.1.11 (c))

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

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

Pass 7 Nov 2023 76,013 miles

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

Underside corroded

Pass 7 Nov 2022 67,971 miles
Fail 7 Nov 2022 67,971 miles

Offside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 2 Nov 2021 60,137 miles
Pass 11 Nov 2020 54,457 miles
Pass 8 Nov 2019 44,826 miles
Pass 8 Nov 2018 37,829 miles

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing +rear (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Fail 8 Nov 2018 37,826 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

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

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

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing +rear (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 27 Sep 2017 32,754 miles

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

light cracking tyres

Pass 29 Sep 2016 27,651 miles

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

light cracking tyres

Pass 9 Sep 2015 21,183 miles

centre exhaust heat shield insecure

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tyres light cracking tread

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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YR62 HDV is a 2012 Suzuki Jimny in Black with a 1,328cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.3%.

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 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 YR62 HDV, 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 YR62 HDV registered?

YR62 HDV is a 2012 Suzuki Jimny, first registered on 13 September 2012.

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