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Suzuki Jimny

Blue · Petrol · 1999 · 1,298 cc

T453 LKMMOT history

T453 LKM is a blue petrol Suzuki Jimny first used on 30 Mar 1999. Its MOT is valid until 7 Mar 2027 and it has passed 21 of 32 MOT tests, with 134,005 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 27 Feb 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 7 Mar 2027
Mileage
134,005 mi
At MOT on 27 Feb 2026
MOT tests
32
21 passed · 11 failed
Per year
4,690 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T453 LKM
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
30 Mar 1999
MOT status
MOT valid until 7 Mar 2027
Latest MOT test
27 Feb 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

T453 LKM was last recorded at 134,005 miles on 27 Feb 2026, 3,159 miles more than at the previous MOT on 8 Mar 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
130,846 miles · 8 Mar 2025
Between the last two tests
3,159 miles
Average per year
4,690 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 134,005 miles
  • 2025 – 130,846 miles
  • 2024 – 127,597 miles
  • 2023 – 124,465 miles
  • 2022 – 121,224 miles
  • 2021 – 117,394 miles
  • 2020 – 113,105 miles
  • 2019 – 111,490 miles
  • 2018 – 109,107 miles
  • 2017 – 105,405 miles
  • 2016 – 98,565 miles
  • 2015 – 91,894 miles
  • 2014 – 86,117 miles
  • 2013 – 80,572 miles
  • 2012 – 75,500 miles
  • 2011 – 69,965 miles
  • 2010 – 63,241 miles
  • 2009 – 55,712 miles
  • 2008 – 50,137 miles
  • 2007 – 45,427 miles
  • 2006 – 40,568 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass134,005 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • MinorOffside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryIntegral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))Recorded at 5 MOTs since 2022
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))Recorded at 5 MOTs since 2022
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2022
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))Recorded at 5 MOTs since 2022
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2022
  • AdvisoryRear Fuel Pipe/s corrodedRecorded at 3 MOTs since 2019

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.

  • Offside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2013–2017

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

    Failure3 MOTs, 2008–2014

  • Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023–2025

  • Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023–2025

  • Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023–2025

  • Nearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023–2024

Full MOT history

32 tests since 28 Mar 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass134,005 miles1 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Mar 2027
    Odometer
    134,005 miles
    Test number
    693295078658
    • MinorOffside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryIntegral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Fuel Pipe/s corroded

  2. Fail134,005 miles (+3,159)1 repaired1 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    134,005 miles
    Test number
    362081868727
    • Repaired at testExhaust emissions likely to be affected by an exhaust leak (8.2.1.1 (b))
    • MinorOffside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryIntegral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Fuel Pipe/s corroded

  3. Pass130,846 miles (+3,249)1 minor11 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Mar 2026
    Odometer
    130,846 miles
    Test number
    142118960143
    • MinorOffside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryIntegral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Axle swivel pins and bushes swivel pin and/or bush slightly worn (5.1.2 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Fuel Pipe/s corroded

  4. Pass127,597 miles5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Mar 2025
    Odometer
    127,597 miles
    Test number
    443163519361
    • AdvisoryIntegral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  5. Fail127,597 miles (+3,132)1 dangerous5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    127,597 miles
    Test number
    958751662971
    • DangerousNearside Front Brake hose connection leaking on a hydraulic braking system (1.1.12 (c) (ii))
    • AdvisoryIntegral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  6. Pass124,465 miles9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Mar 2024
    Odometer
    124,465 miles
    Test number
    415879221638
    • AdvisoryIntegral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  7. Fail124,465 miles (+3,241)2 repaired9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    124,465 miles
    Test number
    527381112589
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp lens seriously defective (4.1.1 (b) (ii))
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp lens seriously defective (4.1.1 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryIntegral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  8. Pass121,224 miles (+3,830)11 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Mar 2023
    Odometer
    121,224 miles
    Test number
    291753098736
    • AdvisoryFuel Pipe/s corroded
    • AdvisoryIntegral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Nail in tyre
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Integral body structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Integral body structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust corrodid rear

  9. Pass117,394 miles (+4,289)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Mar 2022
    Odometer
    117,394 miles
    Test number
    358551313695
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Integral body structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Integral body structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Integral body structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security (6.2.2 (d) (i))

  10. Pass113,105 miles (+1,615)
    MOT expiry
    6 Mar 2021
    Odometer
    113,105 miles
    Test number
    980538934326

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass111,490 miles (+2,383)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Mar 2020
    Odometer
    111,490 miles
    Test number
    705377222300
    • AdvisoryCorrosion around front and rear body mountings.
    • AdvisoryFront Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryRear Fuel Pipe/s corroded

  12. Pass109,107 miles (+3,702)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    9 Apr 2019
    Odometer
    109,107 miles
    Test number
    277387108582
    • AdvisoryCorrosion around rear body mounts

  13. Pass105,405 miles (+7)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    9 Apr 2018
    Odometer
    105,405 miles
    Test number
    870284068643
    • AdvisoryOffside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

  14. Fail105,398 miles (+6,833)4 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    105,398 miles
    Test number
    227649393911
    • FailureNearside Front Lower Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)
    • FailureNearside Rear Lower Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)
    • FailureOffside Rear Lower Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)
    • FailureOffside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

  15. Pass98,565 miles (+6,671)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Apr 2017
    Odometer
    98,565 miles
    Test number
    716682140795
    • AdvisoryFuel pipes corroded
    • AdvisoryRear exhaust rubber off

  16. Pass91,894 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    9 Apr 2016
    Odometer
    91,894 miles
    Test number
    125906885086
    • AdvisoryNearside Upper Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

  17. Fail91,894 miles (+5,777)3 failures2 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    91,894 miles
    Test number
    687432885010
    • FailureCentre Rear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • FailureExhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureOffside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Upper Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
    • NoteExhaust system rusy.
    • NoteFuel pipes rusty

  18. Pass86,117 miles
    MOT expiry
    9 Apr 2015
    Odometer
    86,117 miles
    Test number
    565633494069

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Fail86,117 miles (+5,545)5 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    86,117 miles
    Test number
    578712594062
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureNearside Front Wheel nut(s) loose (4.2.A.1e)
    • FailureNearside front brake binding (3.7.B.1)
    • FailureOffside Front Axle swivel joint has excessive play (2.5.A.3b)
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

  20. Pass80,572 miles1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    9 Apr 2014
    Odometer
    80,572 miles
    Test number
    339745893072
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
    • NoteFuel pipe/s corroded

  21. Fail80,572 miles (+5,072)2 failures2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    80,572 miles
    Test number
    175085593463
    • FailureNearside Headlamp excessively deteriorated so that the light output is severely reduced (1.7.5a)
    • FailureOffside Front Axle swivel joint has excessive play (2.5.A.3b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
    • NoteFuel pipe/s corroded

  22. Pass75,500 miles6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Apr 2013
    Odometer
    75,500 miles
    Test number
    818675592083
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Headlamp has a product on the light source but not seriously reducing light output (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  23. Fail74,997 miles (+5,032)2 failures6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    74,997 miles
    Test number
    486305992080
    • FailureBrakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)
    • FailureNearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Headlamp has a product on the light source but not seriously reducing light output (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  24. Pass69,965 miles1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    9 Apr 2012
    Odometer
    69,965 miles
    Test number
    695117191022
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
    • NoteFront headlamp leses starting to detiriate

  25. Fail69,965 miles (+6,724)2 failures3 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    69,965 miles
    Test number
    538487291045
    • FailureExhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)
    • AdvisoryCentre Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
    • NoteFront headlamp leses starting to detiriate

  26. Pass63,241 miles (+7,529)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Apr 2011
    Odometer
    63,241 miles
    Test number
    953806990003
    • AdvisoryNearside Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Headlamp not in good working order but not adversely affecting beam image (1.2.4a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Headlamp not in good working order but not adversely affecting beam image (1.2.4a)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  27. Pass55,712 miles (+5,575)
    MOT expiry
    9 Apr 2010
    Odometer
    55,712 miles
    Test number
    171102699022

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  28. Pass50,137 miles
    MOT expiry
    9 Apr 2009
    Odometer
    50,137 miles
    Test number
    432501108165

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  29. Fail50,137 miles (+4,710)3 failures2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    50,137 miles
    Test number
    264719298093
    • FailureNearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureOffside Front Axle swivel joint has excessive play (2.5.A.3b)
    • FailureOffside Front Windscreen wiper blade insecure (8.2.2)
    • NoteBattery insecure
    • NoteOil leak

  30. Pass45,427 miles
    MOT expiry
    7 Apr 2008
    Odometer
    45,427 miles
    Test number
    863394397059

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  31. Fail45,423 miles (+4,855)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    45,423 miles
    Test number
    613714697097
    • FailureNearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureNearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

  32. Pass40,568 miles
    MOT expiry
    7 Apr 2007
    Odometer
    40,568 miles
    Test number
    962027586001

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about T453 LKM

Does T453 LKM currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on T453 LKM is valid until 7 Mar 2027.
When is the MOT due on T453 LKM?
The MOT on T453 LKM is valid until 7 Mar 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has T453 LKM done?
T453 LKM was recorded at 134,005 miles at its MOT on 27 Feb 2026, an average of 4,690 miles a year.
Has T453 LKM ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T453 LKM has failed 11 of its 32 MOT tests, most recently on 27 Feb 2026.
Has the mileage on T453 LKM 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 T453 LKM find?
T453 LKM passed its latest MOT on 27 Feb 2026 with 1 minor defect and 6 advisories: offside headlamp lens slightly defective; integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced; nearside rear suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement, and 4 more.

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