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Suzuki Jimny

Red · Petrol · 1999 · 1,298 cc

T338 JCVMOT history

T338 JCV is a red petrol Suzuki Jimny first used on 28 Apr 1999. Its MOT is valid until 12 Feb 2027 and it has passed 22 of 32 MOT tests, with 68,179 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 13 Feb 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 12 Feb 2027
Mileage
68,179 mi
At MOT on 13 Feb 2026
MOT tests
32
22 passed · 10 failed
Per year
1,567 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T338 JCV
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Suzuki
Model
Jimny
Colour
Red
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,298 cc
Year of manufacture
1999
First used
28 Apr 1999
MOT status
MOT valid until 12 Feb 2027
Latest MOT test
13 Feb 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

T338 JCV was last recorded at 68,179 miles on 13 Feb 2026, 544 miles more than at the previous MOT on 31 Jan 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
67,635 miles · 31 Jan 2025
Between the last two tests
544 miles
Average per year
1,567 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 68,179 miles
  • 2025 – 67,635 miles
  • 2024 – 66,621 miles
  • 2023 – 65,787 miles
  • 2022 – 64,861 miles
  • 2021 – 63,931 miles
  • 2020 – 62,731 miles
  • 2018 – 61,142 miles
  • 2017 – 59,265 miles
  • 2016 – 57,866 miles
  • 2015 – 55,914 miles
  • 2014 – 53,586 miles
  • 2013 – 51,993 miles
  • 2012 – 50,505 miles
  • 2011 – 48,955 miles
  • 2010 – 47,125 miles
  • 2009 – 44,930 miles
  • 2008 – 42,810 miles
  • 2007 – 40,605 miles
  • 2006 – 38,458 miles
  • 2005 – 36,596 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass68,179 miles
  • MinorNearside Direction indicator flashing more than 120 times a minute (4.4.4 (a))
  • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar attachment bracket/mounting corroded but its strength is not seriously reduced on axle (5.3.3 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Lower Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
  • AdvisoryRear Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.1 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryRear seat removed

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.

  • Plastic sills fitted obscuring view

    Advisory8 MOTs, 2020–2024

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

    Advisory6 MOTs, 2018–2022

  • Nearside Headlamp lens seriously defective

    Major5 MOTs, 2018–2025

  • Offside Headlamp lens seriously defective

    Major5 MOTs, 2018–2025

  • Exhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits

    Major3 MOTs, 2021–2025

  • Nearside Headlamp lens slightly defective

    Minor3 MOTs, 2020–2022

Full MOT history

32 tests since 20 Dec 2005, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass68,179 miles (+544)1 minor8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Feb 2027
    Odometer
    68,179 miles
    Test number
    396474520989
    • MinorNearside Direction indicator flashing more than 120 times a minute (4.4.4 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar attachment bracket/mounting corroded but its strength is not seriously reduced on axle (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Lower Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear seat removed

  2. Pass67,635 miles (+9)1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Jan 2026
    Odometer
    67,635 miles
    Test number
    822498125850
    • MinorNearside All direction indicators flashing more than 120 times a minute (4.4.4 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

  3. Fail67,626 miles (+1,005)1 dangerous7 major1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    67,626 miles
    Test number
    989691525080
    • DangerousOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage attachment bracket/mounting fractured (5.3.3 (b) (ii))
    • MajorExhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp lens seriously defective (4.1.1 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Lower Shock absorbers has an excessively worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp lens seriously defective (4.1.1 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorRear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorNearside All direction indicators flashing more than 120 times a minute (4.4.4 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

  4. Pass66,621 miles (+8)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Jan 2025
    Odometer
    66,621 miles
    Test number
    219664365189
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryPlastic sills fitted obscuring view

  5. Fail66,613 miles (+826)5 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    66,613 miles
    Test number
    387790378581
    • MajorHorn not working (7.7 (a))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp lens seriously defective (4.1.1 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp lens seriously defective (4.1.1 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Lower Shock absorbers insecurely attached (5.3.2 (a) (i))
    • MajorRear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryPlastic sills fitted obscuring view

  6. Pass65,787 miles (+7)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    11 Jan 2024
    Odometer
    65,787 miles
    Test number
    171635454527
    • AdvisoryPlastic sills fitted obscuring view

  7. Fail65,780 miles (+919)2 dangerous6 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    65,780 miles
    Test number
    875164439056
    • DangerousOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage attachment bracket/mounting fractured (5.3.3 (b) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp lens seriously defective (4.1.1 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp lens seriously defective (4.1.1 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear fog lamp adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (4.5.4 (b))
    • MajorOffside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorRear Prop shaft joint excessively worn (6.1.7 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge & perished (5.2.3 (e))
    • 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))
    • AdvisoryPlastic sills fitted obscuring view

  8. Pass64,861 miles (+7)2 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    11 Jan 2023
    Odometer
    64,861 miles
    Test number
    171240336461
    • 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

  9. Fail64,854 miles (+923)1 dangerous3 major2 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    64,854 miles
    Test number
    790801841909
    • DangerousOffside Rear Axle fractured (5.1.1 (a))
    • MajorExhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content at idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • MajorOffside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • 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

  10. Pass63,931 miles (+7)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Jan 2022
    Odometer
    63,931 miles
    Test number
    405215442108
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Inner Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords sidewall (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Passenger seat(s) missing at time of test
    • AdvisoryTyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing All four tyres (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryPlastic sills fitted obscuring view

  11. Fail63,924 miles (+1,193)9 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    63,924 miles
    Test number
    784355197867
    • MajorExhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))
    • MajorExhaust system insecure (6.1.2 (a))
    • MajorFront Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Anti-roll bar pin or bush excessively worn D bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Wheel bearing has excessive play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp lens seriously defective (4.1.1 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn trailing arm rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp lens seriously defective (4.1.1 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Inner Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords sidewall (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Passenger seat(s) missing at time of test
    • AdvisoryTyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing All four tyres (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryPlastic sills fitted obscuring view

  12. Pass62,731 miles (+4)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Jan 2021
    Odometer
    62,731 miles
    Test number
    218602642193
    • AdvisoryStandard fitment seat belt missing both rear seats
    • AdvisoryPlastic sills fitted obscuring view

  13. Fail62,727 miles (+1,585)2 dangerous8 major3 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    62,727 miles
    Test number
    210863063025
    • DangerousNearside Rear Body insecure to the extent that stability is seriously impaired body mount corroded (6.2.2 (a) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Rear Body insecure to the extent that stability is seriously impaired body mount corroded (6.2.2 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Lower Shock absorbers has an excessively worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
    • MajorNearside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))
    • MajorNearside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn trailing arm x2 bushes (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Side repeater incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))
    • MajorNearside Side repeater lens defective such that the emitted light is adversely affected (4.4.1 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Lower Shock absorbers has an excessively worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
    • MajorOffside Front Wheel bearing has excessive play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn trailing arm x2 bushes (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MinorNearside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryStandard fitment seat belt missing both rear seats
    • AdvisoryPlastic sills fitted obscuring view

  14. Pass61,142 miles (+7)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Nov 2019
    Odometer
    61,142 miles
    Test number
    423711514242
    • AdvisoryRear Passenger seat(s) missing at time of test
    • AdvisoryCorrosion to underside

  15. Fail61,135 miles (+1,870)7 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    61,135 miles
    Test number
    443120574835
    • MajorExhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases tail pipe missing (6.1.2 (a))
    • MajorHeadlamp aim not tested no patterns (4.1.2 (b))
    • MajorNearside Front Shock absorbers insecurely attached (5.3.2 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp lens seriously defective (4.1.1 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Shock absorbers insecurely attached (5.3.2 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp lens seriously defective (4.1.1 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Passenger seat(s) missing at time of test
    • AdvisoryCorrosion to underside

  16. Pass59,265 miles (+1,399)
    MOT expiry
    2 Nov 2018
    Odometer
    59,265 miles
    Test number
    953688814701

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass57,866 miles (+1,952)
    MOT expiry
    2 Nov 2017
    Odometer
    57,866 miles
    Test number
    966662073049

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass55,914 miles (+2,328)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Nov 2016
    Odometer
    55,914 miles
    Test number
    508751082082
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Body has slight corrosion under headlamp (6.1.B.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Body has slight corrosion under headlamp (6.1.B.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

  19. Pass53,586 miles (+1,593)1 note
    MOT expiry
    2 Nov 2015
    Odometer
    53,586 miles
    Test number
    129387704379
    • NoteAll over under body covered with thick black underseal unable to corrosion

  20. Pass51,993 miles (+1,488)3 advisories5 notes
    MOT expiry
    21 Dec 2014
    Odometer
    51,993 miles
    Test number
    217473753346
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Trailing arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Trailing arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteFuel pipes rusty
    • NoteO/s rear body mount rusty just ok at time of test
    • NoteRear axle rusty
    • NoteSills covered with trim unable to examine
    • NoteUnderside rusty

  21. Pass50,505 miles (+9)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    21 Dec 2013
    Odometer
    50,505 miles
    Test number
    825834052375
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • NoteRear exhaust deteriorated

  22. Fail50,496 miles (+1,541)1 failure1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    50,496 miles
    Test number
    309543752352
    • FailureNearside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • NoteRear exhaust deteriorated

  23. Pass48,955 miles (+1,830)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Dec 2012
    Odometer
    48,955 miles
    Test number
    429661451406
    • AdvisoryExhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Lower Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.2.6)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryRear Trailing arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

  24. Pass47,125 miles (+2,195)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    21 Dec 2011
    Odometer
    47,125 miles
    Test number
    441059540426
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

  25. Pass44,930 miles (+2,120)
    MOT expiry
    21 Dec 2010
    Odometer
    44,930 miles
    Test number
    502708049306

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Pass42,810 miles
    MOT expiry
    21 Dec 2009
    Odometer
    42,810 miles
    Test number
    541383558350

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  27. Fail42,806 miles (+2,201)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    42,806 miles
    Test number
    334893058304
    • FailureFront Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

  28. Fail40,605 miles2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    40,605 miles
    Test number
    491603757329
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

  29. Pass40,605 miles (+2,147)
    MOT expiry
    21 Dec 2008
    Odometer
    40,605 miles
    Test number
    923643457355

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  30. Pass38,458 miles (+1,862)
    MOT expiry
    21 Dec 2007
    Odometer
    38,458 miles
    Test number
    922956456321

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  31. Pass36,596 miles
    MOT expiry
    19 Dec 2006
    Odometer
    36,596 miles
    Test number
    993184155364

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  32. Pass36,596 miles
    MOT expiry
    19 Dec 2006
    Odometer
    36,596 miles
    Test number
    744204155327

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about T338 JCV

Does T338 JCV currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on T338 JCV is valid until 12 Feb 2027.
When is the MOT due on T338 JCV?
The MOT on T338 JCV is valid until 12 Feb 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has T338 JCV done?
T338 JCV was recorded at 68,179 miles at its MOT on 13 Feb 2026, an average of 1,567 miles a year.
Has T338 JCV ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T338 JCV has failed 10 of its 32 MOT tests, most recently on 24 Jan 2025.
Has the mileage on T338 JCV 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 T338 JCV find?
T338 JCV passed its latest MOT on 13 Feb 2026 with 1 minor defect and 8 advisories: nearside direction indicator flashing more than 120 times a minute; front brake pad(s) wearing thin; front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread, and 6 more.

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