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Suzuki Jimny

Green · Petrol · 2004 · 1,328 cc

LB53 VFZMOT history

LB53 VFZ is a green petrol Suzuki Jimny first used on 25 Feb 2004. Its MOT expired on 20 Dec 2022 and it has passed 15 of 21 MOT tests, with 79,706 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 16 Dec 2021.

MOT
Expired
On 20 Dec 2022
Mileage
79,706 mi
At MOT on 16 Dec 2021
MOT tests
21
15 passed · 6 failed
Per year
3,841 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LB53 VFZ
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Suzuki
Model
Jimny
Colour
Green
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,328 cc
Year of manufacture
2004
First used
25 Feb 2004
MOT status
MOT expired on 20 Dec 2022
Latest MOT test
16 Dec 2021 (Pass)

Mileage history

LB53 VFZ was last recorded at 79,706 miles on 16 Dec 2021, 7,318 miles more than at the previous MOT on 21 Dec 2020.

Mileage went down between tests

  • 14 Dec 2009: 40,492 miles, lower than 53,041 miles on 19 Dec 2008.

A replacement instrument cluster, a recording error at the test or odometer tampering can cause this.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFailMileage went down
Previous MOT
72,388 miles · 21 Dec 2020
Between the last two tests
7,318 miles
Average per year
3,841 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2021 – 79,706 miles
  • 2020 – 72,388 miles
  • 2019 – 72,223 miles
  • 2018 – 70,681 miles
  • 2017 – 69,106 miles
  • 2016 – 67,711 miles
  • 2015 – 65,293 miles
  • 2014 – 62,468 miles
  • 2013 – 59,916 miles
  • 2012 – 56,239 miles
  • 2010 – 48,520 miles
  • 2009 – 40,497 miles
  • 2008 – 53,041 miles
  • 2007 – 28,144 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass79,706 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • AdvisoryFuel Pipe/s corroded
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Cab or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security (6.2.2 (d) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2020
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Valve stem slightly damaged (5.2.3 (j))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material in to wheel cylinder (1.1.11 (c))
  • AdvisoryRear Passenger seat(s) missing at time of test

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.

  • Centre Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2013

  • Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively

    Failure2 MOTs, 2012–2013

  • Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2012

Full MOT history

21 tests since 1 Feb 2007, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass79,706 miles7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Dec 2022
    Odometer
    79,706 miles
    Test number
    200685001165
    • AdvisoryFuel Pipe/s corroded
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Cab or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Valve stem slightly damaged (5.2.3 (j))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material in to wheel cylinder (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Passenger seat(s) missing at time of test

  2. Fail79,706 miles (+7,318)3 repaired7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    79,706 miles
    Test number
    733222165120
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFuel Pipe/s corroded
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Cab or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Valve stem slightly damaged (5.2.3 (j))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material in to wheel cylinder (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Passenger seat(s) missing at time of test

  3. Pass72,388 miles (+165)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Dec 2021
    Odometer
    72,388 miles
    Test number
    422880846994
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  4. Pass72,223 miles (+1,542)
    MOT expiry
    24 Nov 2020
    Odometer
    72,223 miles
    Test number
    741001534775

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Pass70,681 miles (+1,575)
    MOT expiry
    6 Nov 2019
    Odometer
    70,681 miles
    Test number
    793044747308

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Pass69,106 miles (+1,395)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    6 Nov 2018
    Odometer
    69,106 miles
    Test number
    775622732892
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  7. Pass67,711 miles
    MOT expiry
    1 Nov 2017
    Odometer
    67,711 miles
    Test number
    680505520917

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Fail67,697 miles (+2,404)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    67,697 miles
    Test number
    338635806262
    • FailureOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Axle king pin has excessive play in pin and/or bush adversely affecting the steering (2.5.A.3a)

  9. Pass65,293 miles (+2,825)
    MOT expiry
    25 Aug 2016
    Odometer
    65,293 miles
    Test number
    521911320602

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass62,468 miles (+2,552)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    25 Aug 2015
    Odometer
    62,468 miles
    Test number
    259638234224
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

  11. Pass59,916 miles (+6)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    19 Aug 2014
    Odometer
    59,916 miles
    Test number
    996682833235
    • AdvisoryCentre Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

  12. Fail59,910 miles (+3,671)3 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    59,910 miles
    Test number
    479078223291
    • FailureBattery insecure (1.9.1)
    • FailureNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureOffside Rear Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryCentre Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

  13. Pass56,239 miles (+1)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    1 Aug 2013
    Odometer
    56,239 miles
    Test number
    639235812258
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

  14. Fail56,238 miles (+7,718)4 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    56,238 miles
    Test number
    546568302227
    • FailureAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)
    • FailureBrake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureNearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

  15. Pass48,520 miles (+8,023)
    MOT expiry
    22 Dec 2011
    Odometer
    48,520 miles
    Test number
    781195550359

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass40,497 miles (+5)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    22 Dec 2010
    Odometer
    40,497 miles
    Test number
    783767259396
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)

  17. Fail40,492 miles (-12,549)1 dangerous3 failures3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    40,492 miles
    Test number
    424748549320
    • DangerousOffside Front Lower Stub axle has excessive vertical movement between stub axle and axle beam (2.5.A.1a)
    • FailureBrakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)
    • FailureNearside Rear wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.6.1)
    • FailureOffside Rear wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.6.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  18. Pass53,041 miles
    MOT expiry
    21 Dec 2009
    Odometer
    53,041 miles
    Test number
    492714458347

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Fail53,041 miles (+24,897)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    53,041 miles
    Test number
    174924158380
    • FailureNearside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • FailureOffside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

  20. Pass28,144 miles (+5,564)
    MOT expiry
    21 Dec 2008
    Odometer
    28,144 miles
    Test number
    311866957327

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass22,580 miles
    MOT expiry
    25 Feb 2008
    Odometer
    22,580 miles
    Test number
    850442637072

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LB53 VFZ

Does LB53 VFZ currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LB53 VFZ expired on 20 Dec 2022, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LB53 VFZ?
The MOT on LB53 VFZ expired on 20 Dec 2022. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LB53 VFZ done?
LB53 VFZ was recorded at 79,706 miles at its MOT on 16 Dec 2021, an average of 3,841 miles a year.
Has LB53 VFZ ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LB53 VFZ has failed 6 of its 21 MOT tests, most recently on 16 Dec 2021.
Has the mileage on LB53 VFZ ever gone down?
Yes. The recorded mileage was lower than at the previous test once, first on 14 Dec 2009. This can be caused by a replacement instrument cluster, a recording error or odometer tampering.
What did the latest MOT on LB53 VFZ find?
LB53 VFZ passed its latest MOT on 16 Dec 2021 with 7 advisories: fuel pipe/s corroded; nearside rear cab or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security; nearside rear service brake fluctuating, but not excessively, and 4 more.

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