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Suzuki Jimny

Red · Petrol · 2002 · 1,328 cc

LX52 VBKMOT history

LX52 VBK is a red petrol Suzuki Jimny first used on 2 Oct 2002. Its MOT expired on 9 Sept 2026 and it has passed 19 of 29 MOT tests, with 94,607 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 14 Sept 2026.

LX52 VBK red Suzuki Jimny – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a Suzuki Jimny, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Expired
On 9 Sept 2026
Mileage
94,607 mi
At MOT on 14 Sept 2026
MOT tests
29
19 passed · 10 failed
Per year
3,887 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LX52 VBK
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Suzuki
Model
Jimny
Colour
Red
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,328 cc
Year of manufacture
2002
First used
2 Oct 2002
MOT status
MOT expired on 9 Sept 2026
Latest MOT test
14 Sept 2026 (Fail)

Mileage history

LX52 VBK was last recorded at 94,607 miles on 14 Sept 2026, 2,601 miles more than at the previous MOT on 3 Sept 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
92,006 miles · 3 Sept 2025
Between the last two tests
2,601 miles
Average per year
3,887 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 94,607 miles
  • 2025 – 92,006 miles
  • 2024 – 90,400 miles
  • 2023 – 89,295 miles
  • 2022 – 88,184 miles
  • 2021 – 86,782 miles
  • 2020 – 86,507 miles
  • 2019 – 85,354 miles
  • 2018 – 84,248 miles
  • 2017 – 83,431 miles
  • 2015 – 81,120 miles
  • 2014 – 76,867 miles
  • 2013 – 71,068 miles
  • 2012 – 66,079 miles
  • 2011 – 61,378 miles
  • 2010 – 52,130 miles
  • 2009 – 44,158 miles
  • 2008 – 34,423 miles
  • 2007 – 25,660 miles
  • 2006 – 16,734 miles

What the latest MOT found

Fail94,607 miles
  • MajorHorn not working (7.7 (a))
  • MajorNearside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
  • MajorNearside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens so that the light output is severely reduced (4.1.4 (b))
  • MajorNearside Rear Vehicle structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting rear most (6.2.2 (d) (i))
  • MajorOffside Front Axle swivel pins and bushes swivel pin and/or bush excessively worn (5.1.2 (b) (i))
  • MajorOffside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
  • MajorOffside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens so that the light output is severely reduced (4.1.4 (b))
  • MajorOffside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced inner arch (7.1.1 (a) (i))
  • MajorOffside Rear Vehicle structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting rear most (6.2.2 (d) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2023
  • AdvisoryRear Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.1 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryUnder side rusty

What MOT failures 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.

  • Offside Front Wheel bearing has slight play

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024–2025

  • Nearside Front Coil spring corroded

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022–2024

  • Offside Front Coil spring corroded

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022–2024

  • Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023–2024

  • Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction

    Major2 MOTs, 2021–2022

  • Offside Front Axle swivel joint has excessive play (2.5.A.3b)

    Failure2 MOTs, 2009–2013

Full MOT history

29 tests since 1 Sept 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Fail94,607 miles (+2,601)9 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    94,607 miles
    Test number
    871009316302
    • MajorHorn not working (7.7 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens so that the light output is severely reduced (4.1.4 (b))
    • MajorNearside Rear Vehicle structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting rear most (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Axle swivel pins and bushes swivel pin and/or bush excessively worn (5.1.2 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens so that the light output is severely reduced (4.1.4 (b))
    • MajorOffside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced inner arch (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Vehicle structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting rear most (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryUnder side rusty
  2. Pass92,006 miles (+1,606)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Sept 2026
    Odometer
    92,006 miles
    Test number
    557524474481
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
  3. Pass90,400 miles (+4)1 minor8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Sept 2025
    Odometer
    90,400 miles
    Test number
    675765837666
    • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material all brake pipes covered in underseal (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryUnderside of vehicle has been undersealed
  4. Fail90,396 miles (+1,101)2 dangerous12 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    90,396 miles
    Test number
    203921854006
    • DangerousFront Fuel Pipe/s corroded front to back fuel pipes rusted as marked
    • DangerousRear Brake pipe at imminent risk of failure or fracture both front to back pipes rusted (1.1.11 (a))
    • MajorBrake performance unable to be tested (1.2.1 (g))
    • MajorExhaust emissions exceed manufacturer's specified limit (8.2.2.2 (a))
    • MajorFuel pipe insecure front to back due to rusted pipes (6.1.3 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced inner cil as marked (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Vehicle structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Vehicle structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Vehicle structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced inner cill as marked (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • MajorRear Brake pipe excessively corroded front to back pipes (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryFront Coil spring corroded both front (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded both rear (5.3.1 (b) (i))
  5. Pass89,295 miles (+1,111)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Jul 2024
    Odometer
    89,295 miles
    Test number
    942656940601
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Vehicle structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security under headlight (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
  6. Pass88,184 miles (+472)7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Jul 2023
    Odometer
    88,184 miles
    Test number
    632597099662
    • AdvisoryFront Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output both (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced inner wing (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced boot floor (6.1.1 (c) (i))
  7. Fail87,712 miles (+930)1 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    87,712 miles
    Test number
    936069994304
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
  8. Pass86,782 miles (+1)
    MOT expiry
    3 Mar 2022
    Odometer
    86,782 miles
    Test number
    628691946085

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Fail86,781 miles (+274)7 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    86,781 miles
    Test number
    659144392841
    • MajorCentral Upper Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
    • MajorNearside Front Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
    • MajorNearside Rear Inner Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Brake pipe excessively damaged (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorOffside Rear Inner Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
  10. Pass86,507 miles (+1,153)
    MOT expiry
    3 Mar 2021
    Odometer
    86,507 miles
    Test number
    300043798907

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass85,354 miles (+1,106)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    3 Mar 2020
    Odometer
    85,354 miles
    Test number
    467016315555
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
  12. Pass84,248 miles (+817)
    MOT expiry
    19 Jan 2019
    Odometer
    84,248 miles
    Test number
    426018988220

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass83,431 miles (+6)
    MOT expiry
    19 Jan 2018
    Odometer
    83,431 miles
    Test number
    465062322114

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Fail83,425 miles (+2,305)3 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    83,425 miles
    Test number
    714180802928
    • FailureNearside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded under seat (5.2.6)
    • FailureOffside Front Lower Axle swivel joint has excessive play (2.5.A.3b)
    • FailureOffside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded under seat (5.2.6)
  15. Pass81,120 miles (+16)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Jul 2016
    Odometer
    81,120 miles
    Test number
    549006805249
    • AdvisoryLower Axle swivel joint has slight play (2.5.A.3b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Upper Axle swivel joint has slight play (2.5.A.3b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Axle swivel joint has slight play (2.5.A.3b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Upper Axle swivel joint has slight play (2.5.A.3b)
  16. Fail81,104 miles (+4,237)5 failures4 advisories4 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    81,104 miles
    Test number
    547031105226
    • FailureNearside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • FailureNearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureOffside Rear Body or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)
    • FailureOffside Rear Upper Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureRear Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)
    • AdvisoryBody has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryVehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.A.1)
    • NoteExcessive corrosion fuel pipes but not leaking at time
    • NoteExcessive corrosion rear under body bot not holed at time
    • NoteExhaust deteriorated but not leaking
    • NoteOuter sills covered with plastic trims unable to check
  17. Pass76,867 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Jul 2015
    Odometer
    76,867 miles
    Test number
    989296504206
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside front brake fluctuating, but not excessively (3.7.B.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside front brake fluctuating, but not excessively (3.7.B.3)
  18. Fail76,867 miles (+5,799)2 failures3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    76,867 miles
    Test number
    285206604203
    • FailureExhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureFront Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside front brake fluctuating, but not excessively (3.7.B.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside front brake fluctuating, but not excessively (3.7.B.3)
  19. Pass71,068 miles
    MOT expiry
    18 Jul 2014
    Odometer
    71,068 miles
    Test number
    307180003471

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Fail71,068 miles (+4,989)5 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    71,068 miles
    Test number
    147019793146
    • FailureNearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Axle swivel joint has excessive play (2.5.A.3b)
    • FailureOffside Front wheel bearing has excessive play (2.5.A.3c)
    • FailureOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
  21. Pass66,079 miles (+4,701)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Jul 2013
    Odometer
    66,079 miles
    Test number
    958241302284
    • AdvisoryCentre Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • 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)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
  22. Pass61,378 miles (+9,248)2 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    6 Jul 2012
    Odometer
    61,378 miles
    Test number
    517183781184
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • NoteAdvise front discs heavily pitted
    • NoteRear silencer mount has been replace with wire the system is adequatly supported to meet mot standards
  23. Fail52,130 miles1 repaired1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    52,130 miles
    Test number
    843324470137
    • Repaired at testNearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • NoteFront brake discs rusty and pitted
  24. Pass52,130 miles (+7,972)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    6 Jul 2011
    Odometer
    52,130 miles
    Test number
    973454170183
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • NoteFront brake discs rusty and pitted
  25. Pass44,158 miles
    MOT expiry
    6 Jul 2010
    Odometer
    44,158 miles
    Test number
    151578489150

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Fail44,158 miles (+9,735)1 dangerous3 failures3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    44,158 miles
    Test number
    373237489129
    • DangerousOffside front axle swivel joint has excessive fluid leak
    • FailureFront Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • FailureOffside Front Axle swivel joint has excessive play (2.5.A.3b)
    • FailureOffside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)
    • AdvisoryBrake hydraulic reservoir fluid close to minimum level (3.6.G.1b)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)
  27. Pass34,423 miles (+8,763)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Jul 2009
    Odometer
    34,423 miles
    Test number
    164870388148
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Front suspension has slight play in a pin or bush of an lower wishbone inner bearing (2.5.B.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
  28. Pass25,660 miles (+8,926)4 notes
    MOT expiry
    2 Jul 2008
    Odometer
    25,660 miles
    Test number
    103254987117
    • NoteN/s/f tyre perished
    • NoteN/s/r tyre cracking,no cords visible
    • NoteO/s/f tyre perished
    • NoteO/s/r tyre cracking,no cords visible
  29. Pass16,734 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    31 Aug 2007
    Odometer
    16,734 miles
    Test number
    381394646231
    • NoteNear side front tyre wear on out side edge

Questions about LX52 VBK

Does LX52 VBK currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LX52 VBK expired on 9 Sept 2026, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LX52 VBK?
The MOT on LX52 VBK expired on 9 Sept 2026. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LX52 VBK done?
LX52 VBK was recorded at 94,607 miles at its MOT on 14 Sept 2026, an average of 3,887 miles a year.
Has LX52 VBK ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LX52 VBK has failed 10 of its 29 MOT tests, most recently on 14 Sept 2026.
Has the mileage on LX52 VBK 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 LX52 VBK find?
LX52 VBK failed its latest MOT on 14 Sept 2026 with 9 major defects and 4 advisories: horn not working; nearside front headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect; nearside front headlamp has a product on the lens so that the light output is severely reduced, and 10 more.

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