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Suzuki Jimny

Blue · Petrol · 1999 · 1,298 cc

T255 WGJMOT history

T255 WGJ is a blue petrol Suzuki Jimny first used on 7 May 1999. Its MOT expired on 19 Apr 2023 and it has passed 17 of 24 MOT tests, with 136,714 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 20 Apr 2022.

MOT
Expired
On 19 Apr 2023
Mileage
136,714 mi
At MOT on 20 Apr 2022
MOT tests
24
17 passed · 7 failed
Per year
4,456 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T255 WGJ
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
7 May 1999
MOT status
MOT expired on 19 Apr 2023
Latest MOT test
20 Apr 2022 (Pass)

Mileage history

T255 WGJ was last recorded at 136,714 miles on 20 Apr 2022, 4,343 miles more than at the previous MOT on 30 Sept 2020.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
132,371 miles · 30 Sept 2020
Between the last two tests
4,343 miles
Average per year
4,456 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2022 – 136,714 miles
  • 2020 – 132,371 miles
  • 2019 – 131,973 miles
  • 2018 – 131,212 miles
  • 2017 – 130,250 miles
  • 2016 – 127,126 miles
  • 2015 – 127,025 miles
  • 2014 – 118,812 miles
  • 2013 – 111,304 miles
  • 2012 – 103,110 miles
  • 2011 – 97,780 miles
  • 2010 – 91,321 miles
  • 2009 – 84,771 miles
  • 2008 – 79,199 miles
  • 2007 – 73,357 miles
  • 2006 – 67,931 miles
  • 2005 – 62,881 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass136,714 miles

No defects or advisories were recorded.

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 (6.3.1d)

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2012–2015

  • Rear Passenger seat(s) missing at time of test

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2019–2020

  • Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2013–2015

  • Nearside Headlamp lens slightly defective

    Minor2 MOTs, 2020

  • Offside Headlamp lens slightly defective

    Minor2 MOTs, 2020

  • Spare tyre defective

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020

Full MOT history

24 tests since 24 Sept 2005, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass136,714 miles (+4,343)
    MOT expiry
    19 Apr 2023
    Odometer
    136,714 miles
    Test number
    582295673861

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Pass132,371 miles (+5)
    MOT expiry
    29 Sept 2021
    Odometer
    132,371 miles
    Test number
    219628754703

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  3. Fail132,366 miles (+76)1 dangerous3 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    132,366 miles
    Test number
    478369174946
    • DangerousRear Passenger's seat insecure (6.2.6 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced floor (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Power steering pipe/hose has slight seepage (2.1.5 (a))

  4. Pass132,290 miles (+14)2 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Jan 2021
    Odometer
    132,290 miles
    Test number
    172242614603
    • MinorNearside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Passenger seat(s) missing at time of test
    • AdvisorySpare tyre defective
    • AdvisoryReverse lamp in/op

  5. Fail132,276 miles (+303)3 major2 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    132,276 miles
    Test number
    332222629597
    • MajorOffside Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced inner sill (underside of vehicle) (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))
    • MinorNearside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Passenger seat(s) missing at time of test
    • AdvisorySpare tyre defective
    • AdvisoryReverse lamp in/op

  6. Pass131,973 miles (+5)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Jan 2020
    Odometer
    131,973 miles
    Test number
    619564130030
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material load valve to rear hose (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryExhaust emits blue smoke during acceleration (8.2.1.2 (g))
    • AdvisoryRear Passenger seat(s) missing at time of test
    • AdvisoryUnable to fully assess welding due to sealer and underseal

  7. Fail131,968 miles (+756)1 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    131,968 miles
    Test number
    899350006901
    • MajorNearside Rear Body mounting fixings insecure corrosion (6.2.2 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront to rear brake pipes starting to corrode
    • AdvisoryOffside rear body starting to corrode around body mount
    • AdvisoryRadiator starting to leak

  8. Pass131,212 miles (+962)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    14 Jan 2019
    Odometer
    131,212 miles
    Test number
    247008888427
    • AdvisoryNearside body starting to corrode near rear body mount

  9. Pass130,250 miles (+4)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Jan 2018
    Odometer
    130,250 miles
    Test number
    790430539738
    • AdvisoryBrakes pipes corroded
    • AdvisoryVehicle corroded on seals and chassis

  10. Fail130,246 miles (+3,120)1 failure3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    130,246 miles
    Test number
    129746632572
    • FailureOffside Rear Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)
    • AdvisoryBrakes pipes corroded
    • AdvisoryVehicle corroded on seals and chassis

  11. Pass127,126 miles (+101)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Jan 2017
    Odometer
    127,126 miles
    Test number
    527750128670
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Lower Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  12. Fail127,025 miles (+8,213)2 failures5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    127,025 miles
    Test number
    912245046658
    • FailureExhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureRear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)
    • AdvisoryMany areas corroding
    • AdvisorySteering wheel covering deteriorating
    • AdvisoryVery marginal corrosion around front and rear body mounting areas

  13. Pass118,812 miles (+7,508)3 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    12 Oct 2015
    Odometer
    118,812 miles
    Test number
    447164984227
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)
    • NoteSome corrosion to lower areas -especiallyrear floor rear of sills and exhaust
    • NoteSteering wheel covering deteriorating

  14. Pass111,304 miles (+8,194)2 advisories4 notes
    MOT expiry
    12 Oct 2014
    Odometer
    111,304 miles
    Test number
    346484373408
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)
    • NoteEngine oil and coolant levels were very low-have topped up
    • NoteExhaust corroding
    • NoteSome corrosion to lower areas -especially rear floor
    • NoteSteering wheel covering deteriorating

  15. Pass103,110 miles (+5,330)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    12 Oct 2013
    Odometer
    103,110 miles
    Test number
    306096662235
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • NoteSteering wheel covering deteriorating

  16. Pass97,780 miles (+6,459)1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    12 Oct 2012
    Odometer
    97,780 miles
    Test number
    329233581455
    • AdvisoryBrakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)
    • NoteBrake pedal anti slip wearing,free play detected at steering wheel rim,front number plate cracked
    • NoteCorrosion present to osf nsf inner wing to front panel,osr nsr inner sills,osr chassis leg. plastic covers fitted to outer sill and front and rear wheel arches

  17. Pass91,321 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Oct 2011
    Odometer
    91,321 miles
    Test number
    891178470203
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.2.6)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.2.6)

  18. Fail91,321 miles (+6,550)4 failures5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    91,321 miles
    Test number
    253028270289
    • FailureExhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • AdvisoryCentre Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.2.6)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.2.6)

  19. Pass84,771 miles (+5,572)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    12 Oct 2010
    Odometer
    84,771 miles
    Test number
    571529779242
    • NoteFront n/plate cracked
    • NoteRear wiper blade split

  20. Pass79,199 miles (+5,842)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    12 Oct 2009
    Odometer
    79,199 miles
    Test number
    522054088266
    • AdvisoryBrakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

  21. Pass73,357 miles (+5,426)1 advisory4 notes
    MOT expiry
    12 Oct 2008
    Odometer
    73,357 miles
    Test number
    131322087227
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • NoteBoth front wiper blades in poor condition
    • NoteFront number plate cracked
    • NoteOsf nsf swivel hub balls corroded and pitted
    • NotePlay detected at steering wheel rim but not considerd excessive

  22. Pass67,931 miles (+5,050)
    MOT expiry
    12 Oct 2007
    Odometer
    67,931 miles
    Test number
    390400386421

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Fail62,881 miles1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    62,881 miles
    Test number
    652677965296
    • Repaired at testNearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

  24. Pass62,881 miles
    MOT expiry
    12 Oct 2006
    Odometer
    62,881 miles
    Test number
    820647965261

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about T255 WGJ

Does T255 WGJ currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on T255 WGJ expired on 19 Apr 2023, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on T255 WGJ?
The MOT on T255 WGJ expired on 19 Apr 2023. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has T255 WGJ done?
T255 WGJ was recorded at 136,714 miles at its MOT on 20 Apr 2022, an average of 4,456 miles a year.
Has T255 WGJ ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T255 WGJ has failed 7 of its 24 MOT tests, most recently on 28 Sept 2020.
Has the mileage on T255 WGJ 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 T255 WGJ find?
T255 WGJ passed its latest MOT on 20 Apr 2022 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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