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Suzuki Jimny

Black · Petrol · 2004 · 1,328 cc

LB53 VBTMOT history

LB53 VBT is a black petrol Suzuki Jimny first used on 31 Jan 2004. Its MOT is valid until 9 Mar 2027 and it has passed 20 of 26 MOT tests, with 85,893 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 12 Feb 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 9 Mar 2027
Mileage
85,893 mi
At MOT on 12 Feb 2026
MOT tests
26
20 passed · 6 failed
Per year
3,468 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LB53 VBT
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Suzuki
Model
Jimny
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,328 cc
Year of manufacture
2004
First used
31 Jan 2004
MOT status
MOT valid until 9 Mar 2027
Latest MOT test
12 Feb 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LB53 VBT was last recorded at 85,893 miles on 12 Feb 2026, 4,362 miles more than at the previous MOT on 21 Feb 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
81,531 miles · 21 Feb 2025
Between the last two tests
4,362 miles
Average per year
3,468 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 85,893 miles
  • 2025 – 81,531 miles
  • 2024 – 77,772 miles
  • 2023 – 75,758 miles
  • 2022 – 72,662 miles
  • 2021 – 69,339 miles
  • 2020 – 67,112 miles
  • 2019 – 62,729 miles
  • 2018 – 58,180 miles
  • 2017 – 54,113 miles
  • 2016 – 50,249 miles
  • 2015 – 47,383 miles
  • 2014 – 43,973 miles
  • 2013 – 39,841 miles
  • 2012 – 35,970 miles
  • 2011 – 33,592 miles
  • 2010 – 31,738 miles
  • 2009 – 27,967 miles
  • 2008 – 23,497 miles
  • 2007 – 19,802 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass85,893 miles
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Vehicle structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security rear, centre out rigger corroded by body mount (6.2.2 (d) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear rear shock corroded
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Vehicle structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security front, centre out rigger corroded by body mount (6.2.2 (d) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Vehicle structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security rear, centre out rigger corroded by body mount (6.2.2 (d) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear shock corroded

What MOT advisories mean

Recurring issues

Items recorded at more than one earlier MOT but not at the latest one. Repeat advisories can show maintenance that was put off.

  • Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2023–2025

  • Fuel Pipe/s corroded

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2022–2024

  • Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material all

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2020–2021

  • Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction

    Major2 MOTs, 2024–2025

  • Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing cracking & perishing

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020

  • Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing cracking & perishing

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020

Full MOT history

26 tests since 23 Jan 2007, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass85,893 miles (+4,362)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Mar 2027
    Odometer
    85,893 miles
    Test number
    953069380120
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Vehicle structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security rear, centre out rigger corroded by body mount (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear rear shock corroded
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Vehicle structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security front, centre out rigger corroded by body mount (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Vehicle structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security rear, centre out rigger corroded by body mount (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear shock corroded

  2. Pass81,531 miles6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Mar 2026
    Odometer
    81,531 miles
    Test number
    563638448573
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front inner wheel arch area corroded and holed but not structural
    • AdvisoryRear Fuel Pipe/s corroded
    • AdvisoryRear suspension components covered on corrosion

  3. Fail81,531 miles (+3,759)1 major6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    81,531 miles
    Test number
    228996046792
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front inner wheel arch area corroded and holed but not structural
    • AdvisoryRear Fuel Pipe/s corroded
    • AdvisoryRear suspension components covered on corrosion

  4. Pass77,772 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Mar 2025
    Odometer
    77,772 miles
    Test number
    655560740246
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryFuel Pipe/s corroded
    • AdvisoryRear Inner Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced sills (6.1.1 (c) (i))

  5. Fail77,770 miles (+2,012)2 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    77,770 miles
    Test number
    987970736475
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
    • MajorNearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryFuel Pipe/s corroded
    • AdvisoryRear Inner Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced sills (6.1.1 (c) (i))

  6. Pass75,758 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Mar 2024
    Odometer
    75,758 miles
    Test number
    848185316475
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryFuel Pipe/s corroded

  7. Fail75,757 miles (+3,095)1 major1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    75,757 miles
    Test number
    951657312320
    • MajorBonnet primary retaining device ineffective (3.1 (c))
    • MinorOffside Front Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryFuel Pipe/s corroded

  8. Pass72,662 miles (+3,323)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Mar 2023
    Odometer
    72,662 miles
    Test number
    201428641899
    • AdvisoryFuel Pipe/s corroded
    • AdvisoryNearside Inner Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced sills (6.1.1 (c) (i))

  9. Pass69,339 miles (+2,227)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Mar 2022
    Odometer
    69,339 miles
    Test number
    428259190370
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material all (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  10. Pass67,112 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Mar 2021
    Odometer
    67,112 miles
    Test number
    787440493183
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material all (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing cracking & perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing cracking & perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing cracking & perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  11. Fail67,112 miles (+4,383)1 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    67,112 miles
    Test number
    683824039311
    • MajorOffside Rear Lower Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced inner sill, within 30cm of seat belt mounting (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material all (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing cracking & perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing cracking & perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing cracking & perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  12. Pass62,729 miles (+4,549)
    MOT expiry
    8 Mar 2020
    Odometer
    62,729 miles
    Test number
    976422908797

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass58,180 miles (+13)
    MOT expiry
    8 Mar 2019
    Odometer
    58,180 miles
    Test number
    231487264362

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Fail58,167 miles (+4,054)3 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    58,167 miles
    Test number
    185884196868
    • FailureNearside Front Lower Axle swivel joint has excessive play in a swivel pin (2.5.A.3b)
    • FailureOffside Front Axle swivel joint has excessive play (2.5.A.3b)
    • FailureOffside Front brake disc contaminated by oil (3.5.1h)

  15. Pass54,113 miles (+3,864)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    31 Jan 2018
    Odometer
    54,113 miles
    Test number
    351751848073
    • AdvisoryNearside Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

  16. Pass50,249 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    31 Jan 2017
    Odometer
    50,249 miles
    Test number
    142970805479
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin front brake disc corroded (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

  17. Fail50,249 miles (+2,866)1 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    50,249 miles
    Test number
    666181053822
    • Repaired at testFront Windscreen has a sticker or other obstruction encroaching by more than 10mm within zone 'A' (8.3.1b)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin front brake disc corroded (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

  18. Pass47,383 miles (+3,410)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    31 Jan 2016
    Odometer
    47,383 miles
    Test number
    569033715056
    • NoteNail in offside rear tyre
    • NoteVehicle's internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights

  19. Pass43,973 miles (+4,132)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    31 Jan 2015
    Odometer
    43,973 miles
    Test number
    167171424449
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bearing (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  20. Pass39,841 miles (+3,871)1 note
    MOT expiry
    31 Jan 2014
    Odometer
    39,841 miles
    Test number
    807918513095
    • NoteRear exhaust box deteriorated

  21. Pass35,970 miles (+2,378)
    MOT expiry
    31 Jan 2013
    Odometer
    35,970 miles
    Test number
    655714122058

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass33,592 miles (+1,854)1 advisory3 notes
    MOT expiry
    31 Jan 2012
    Odometer
    33,592 miles
    Test number
    609806921016
    • AdvisoryExhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)
    • NoteFront brake discs pitted
    • NoteNearside wiper blade slightly deteriorated
    • NoteOffside front hub seal leaking

  23. Pass31,738 miles (+3,771)
    MOT expiry
    31 Jan 2011
    Odometer
    31,738 miles
    Test number
    200441620029

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Pass27,967 miles (+4,470)
    MOT expiry
    31 Jan 2010
    Odometer
    27,967 miles
    Test number
    700129109049

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Pass23,497 miles (+3,695)
    MOT expiry
    31 Jan 2009
    Odometer
    23,497 miles
    Test number
    471427618088

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Pass19,802 miles
    MOT expiry
    31 Jan 2008
    Odometer
    19,802 miles
    Test number
    893003327003

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LB53 VBT

Does LB53 VBT currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LB53 VBT is valid until 9 Mar 2027.
When is the MOT due on LB53 VBT?
The MOT on LB53 VBT is valid until 9 Mar 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LB53 VBT done?
LB53 VBT was recorded at 85,893 miles at its MOT on 12 Feb 2026, an average of 3,468 miles a year.
Has LB53 VBT ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LB53 VBT has failed 6 of its 26 MOT tests, most recently on 21 Feb 2025.
Has the mileage on LB53 VBT ever gone down?
No. The odometer reading went up or stayed the same at every MOT test on record. Service records are still worth checking.
What did the latest MOT on LB53 VBT find?
LB53 VBT passed its latest MOT on 12 Feb 2026 with 6 advisories: nearside front service brake binding but not excessively; nearside rear vehicle structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security rear, centre out rigger corroded by body mount; nearside rear rear shock corroded, and 3 more.

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