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Suzuki Jimny

Blue · Petrol · 1999 · 1,298 cc

T226 BHJMOT history

T226 BHJ is a blue petrol Suzuki Jimny first used on 1 Jun 1999. Its MOT expired on 7 Feb 2023 and it has passed 16 of 19 MOT tests, with 48,457 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 8 Feb 2022.

MOT
Expired
On 7 Feb 2023
Mileage
48,457 mi
At MOT on 8 Feb 2022
MOT tests
19
16 passed · 3 failed
Per year
1,198 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T226 BHJ
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Suzuki
Model
Jimny
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,298 cc
Year of manufacture
1999
First used
1 Jun 1999
MOT status
MOT expired on 7 Feb 2023
Latest MOT test
8 Feb 2022 (Pass)

Mileage history

T226 BHJ was last recorded at 48,457 miles on 8 Feb 2022, 82 miles more than at the previous MOT on 17 Jun 2021.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
48,375 miles · 17 Jun 2021
Between the last two tests
82 miles
Average per year
1,198 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2022 – 48,457 miles
  • 2021 – 48,375 miles
  • 2020 – 43,581 miles
  • 2018 – 40,427 miles
  • 2017 – 39,990 miles
  • 2016 – 39,578 miles
  • 2015 – 39,036 miles
  • 2014 – 38,696 miles
  • 2013 – 38,375 miles
  • 2012 – 37,574 miles
  • 2011 – 36,315 miles
  • 2010 – 35,344 miles
  • 2009 – 34,421 miles
  • 2008 – 32,879 miles
  • 2007 – 31,442 miles
  • 2006 – 29,970 miles
  • 2005 – 28,637 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass48,457 miles
  • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
  • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm attachment bracket/mounting corroded but its strength is not seriously reduced to axle (5.3.3 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm attachment bracket/mounting corroded but its strength is not seriously reduced to chassis (5.3.3 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm attachment bracket/mounting corroded but its strength is not seriously reduced to axle (5.3.3 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm attachment bracket/mounting corroded but its strength is not seriously reduced to chassis (5.3.3 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2021

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.

  • Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing all tyres

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020

  • Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2013–2015

Full MOT history

19 tests since 22 Jul 2005, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass48,457 miles (+82)2 minor7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Feb 2023
    Odometer
    48,457 miles
    Test number
    634383714184
    • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm attachment bracket/mounting corroded but its strength is not seriously reduced to axle (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm attachment bracket/mounting corroded but its strength is not seriously reduced to chassis (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm attachment bracket/mounting corroded but its strength is not seriously reduced to axle (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm attachment bracket/mounting corroded but its strength is not seriously reduced to chassis (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  2. Fail48,375 miles (+4,794)2 major1 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    48,375 miles
    Test number
    448912938042
    • MajorExhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))
    • MajorFront Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases exhaust system heavily patched (6.1.2 (a))
    • MinorNearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive inner cill (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Fuel Pipe/s corroded
    • AdvisoryBoth rear inner wings corroded

  3. Pass43,581 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Mar 2021
    Odometer
    43,581 miles
    Test number
    665807159605
    • AdvisoryCentral exhaust corroded at central pipe
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryTyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing all tyres (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  4. Fail43,581 miles (+3,154)8 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    43,581 miles
    Test number
    815587747581
    • MajorHeadlamp has a product on the lens so that the light output is severely reduced both (4.1.4 (b))
    • MajorNearside Front Brake hose ferrule excessively corroded (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Inner Integral body structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting sill (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Integral body structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))
    • MajorOffside Front Inner Integral body structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting sill / re enforcement panel (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Inner Integral body structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting sill (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Integral body structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryTyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing all tyres (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  5. Pass40,427 miles (+437)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    21 Jul 2019
    Odometer
    40,427 miles
    Test number
    131986485438
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

  6. Pass39,990 miles (+412)
    MOT expiry
    21 Jul 2018
    Odometer
    39,990 miles
    Test number
    199814211215

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Pass39,578 miles (+542)
    MOT expiry
    21 Jul 2017
    Odometer
    39,578 miles
    Test number
    910737311194

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Pass39,036 miles
    MOT expiry
    21 Jul 2016
    Odometer
    39,036 miles
    Test number
    216208485112

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Fail39,036 miles (+340)1 failure1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    39,036 miles
    Test number
    847727985151
    • FailureNearside Rear Body or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

  10. Pass38,696 miles (+321)
    MOT expiry
    21 Jul 2015
    Odometer
    38,696 miles
    Test number
    539752904226

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass38,375 miles (+801)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Jul 2014
    Odometer
    38,375 miles
    Test number
    306174693179
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorber has slight corrosion to the casing (2.7.2a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorber has slight corrosion to the casing (2.7.2a)

  12. Pass37,574 miles (+1,259)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Jul 2013
    Odometer
    37,574 miles
    Test number
    397516182125
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  13. Pass36,315 miles (+971)1 note
    MOT expiry
    21 Jul 2012
    Odometer
    36,315 miles
    Test number
    616946281108
    • NoteRear brake pipes starting to corrode

  14. Pass35,344 miles (+923)
    MOT expiry
    21 Jul 2011
    Odometer
    35,344 miles
    Test number
    382397480101

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass34,421 miles (+1,542)
    MOT expiry
    21 Jul 2010
    Odometer
    34,421 miles
    Test number
    294395699161

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass32,879 miles (+1,437)
    MOT expiry
    21 Jul 2009
    Odometer
    32,879 miles
    Test number
    612410098100

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass31,442 miles (+1,472)
    MOT expiry
    21 Jul 2008
    Odometer
    31,442 miles
    Test number
    471159777105

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass29,970 miles (+1,333)
    MOT expiry
    21 Jul 2007
    Odometer
    29,970 miles
    Test number
    994672096183

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass28,637 miles
    MOT expiry
    21 Jul 2006
    Odometer
    28,637 miles
    Test number
    323383205285

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about T226 BHJ

Does T226 BHJ currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on T226 BHJ expired on 7 Feb 2023, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on T226 BHJ?
The MOT on T226 BHJ expired on 7 Feb 2023. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has T226 BHJ done?
T226 BHJ was recorded at 48,457 miles at its MOT on 8 Feb 2022, an average of 1,198 miles a year.
Has T226 BHJ ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T226 BHJ has failed 3 of its 19 MOT tests, most recently on 17 Jun 2021.
Has the mileage on T226 BHJ 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 T226 BHJ find?
T226 BHJ passed its latest MOT on 8 Feb 2022 with 2 minor defects and 7 advisories: nearside registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources; windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view; exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases, and 6 more.

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