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Suzuki Jimny

Gold · Petrol · 1999 · 1,298 cc

T485 JVRMOT history

T485 JVR is a gold petrol Suzuki Jimny first used on 7 May 1999. Its MOT expired on 10 Jul 2023 and it has passed 17 of 23 MOT tests, with 92,028 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 11 Jul 2022.

MOT
Expired
On 10 Jul 2023
Mileage
92,028 mi
At MOT on 11 Jul 2022
MOT tests
23
17 passed · 6 failed
Per year
3,730 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T485 JVR
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Suzuki
Model
Jimny
Colour
Gold
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,298 cc
Year of manufacture
1999
First used
7 May 1999
MOT status
MOT expired on 10 Jul 2023
Latest MOT test
11 Jul 2022 (Pass)

Mileage history

T485 JVR was last recorded at 92,028 miles on 11 Jul 2022, 171 miles more than at the previous MOT on 7 Jul 2022.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
91,857 miles · 7 Jul 2022
Between the last two tests
171 miles
Average per year
3,730 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2022 – 92,028 miles
  • 2021 – 83,478 miles
  • 2020 – 81,844 miles
  • 2019 – 75,386 miles
  • 2018 – 68,605 miles
  • 2017 – 62,189 miles
  • 2016 – 59,352 miles
  • 2015 – 57,316 miles
  • 2014 – 54,712 miles
  • 2013 – 51,412 miles
  • 2012 – 48,385 miles
  • 2011 – 44,671 miles
  • 2010 – 41,776 miles
  • 2009 – 38,543 miles
  • 2008 – 35,813 miles
  • 2007 – 33,026 miles
  • 2005 – 29,279 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass92,028 miles
  • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2022
  • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2022
  • AdvisoryNearside Inner Sill is heavily corroded but not in a prescribed areaRecorded at 2 MOTs since 2022
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Body mount is holed and heavily corroded but not causing the body to be insecureRecorded at 2 MOTs since 2022
  • AdvisoryOffside Inner Sill is heavily corroded but not in a prescribed areaRecorded at 2 MOTs since 2022
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2022
  • AdvisoryRear Exhaust back box fouling on anti roll barRecorded at 2 MOTs since 2022
  • AdvisorySupplementary restraint system warning lamp does not illuminate (7.1.6 (a))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2022

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.

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

    Major2 MOTs, 2021–2022

  • Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

  • Front coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018

  • Nearside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (1.7.5a)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018

  • Nearside Rear Upper wheel arch to boot floor corroded

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018

  • Offside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (1.7.5a)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018

Full MOT history

23 tests since 14 Sept 2005, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass92,028 miles (+171)8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Jul 2023
    Odometer
    92,028 miles
    Test number
    370464726735
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Inner Sill is heavily corroded but not in a prescribed area
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Body mount is holed and heavily corroded but not causing the body to be insecure
    • AdvisoryOffside Inner Sill is heavily corroded but not in a prescribed area
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust back box fouling on anti roll bar
    • AdvisorySupplementary restraint system warning lamp does not illuminate (7.1.6 (a))

  2. Fail91,857 miles (+8,379)1 dangerous11 major8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    91,857 miles
    Test number
    311481333759
    • DangerousDriver's seat insecure (6.2.5 (a) (ii))
    • MajorDriver's airbag missing (7.1.5 (a))
    • 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))
    • MajorExhaust hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Seat belt buckle not functioning as intended (7.1.2 (d))
    • MajorOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength Shock absorber mounting bracket on rear axle (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Suspension spring mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength Front spring mount on chassis (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))
    • MajorSteering wheel has movement relative to the column indicating looseness (2.2.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Inner Sill is heavily corroded but not in a prescribed area
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Body mount is holed and heavily corroded but not causing the body to be insecure
    • AdvisoryOffside Inner Sill is heavily corroded but not in a prescribed area
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust back box fouling on anti roll bar
    • AdvisorySupplementary restraint system warning lamp does not illuminate (7.1.6 (a))

  3. Pass83,478 miles (+2)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    1 Jul 2022
    Odometer
    83,478 miles
    Test number
    313921133644
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  4. Fail83,476 miles (+85)2 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    83,476 miles
    Test number
    606041186536
    • MajorNearside Rear Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  5. Fail83,391 miles (+1,547)5 major12 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    83,391 miles
    Test number
    100902424774
    • MajorExhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • MajorExhaust emissions - engine idle speed too high (8.2.1.2 (e))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Suspension component insecurely attached Suspension bump stop. (5.3.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material All brake pipes. (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryExhaust emits blue smoke during acceleration (8.2.1.2 (g))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Cross member corroded near headlight.
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Outer Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Near rear body mount corroded.
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Cross member corroded near headlight.
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Inner Inner wheel arch corroded.
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Near rear body mount corroded.
    • AdvisoryOil leak from engine area.

  6. Pass81,844 miles (+6,458)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    29 Apr 2021
    Odometer
    81,844 miles
    Test number
    500909248940
    • AdvisoryVehicle underside has all over light corrosion

  7. Pass75,386 miles (+19)
    MOT expiry
    11 Mar 2020
    Odometer
    75,386 miles
    Test number
    827116297382

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Fail75,367 miles (+6,762)2 dangerous3 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    75,367 miles
    Test number
    689961817405
    • DangerousFront Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • DangerousNearside Rear Body mounting fixings insecure such that stability is seriously impaired (6.2.2 (c) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp aim too high and too far to the left. (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryBoot floor corr0ded excess

  9. Pass68,605 miles (+267)7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Mar 2019
    Odometer
    68,605 miles
    Test number
    103658142330
    • AdvisoryFront coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Upper wheel arch to boot floor corroded
    • AdvisoryOffside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryRear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryBrake pipes greased not allowing a full visual inspection
    • AdvisoryRear suspension bushes deteriorated

  10. Fail68,338 miles (+6,149)4 failures7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    68,338 miles
    Test number
    809278196138
    • FailureExhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureNearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • FailureOffside Front Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • AdvisoryFront coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Upper wheel arch to boot floor corroded
    • AdvisoryOffside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryRear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryBrake pipes greased not allowing a full visual inspection
    • AdvisoryRear suspension bushes deteriorated

  11. Pass62,189 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    23 Feb 2018
    Odometer
    62,189 miles
    Test number
    533705900765
    • AdvisoryEngine oil leak

  12. Fail62,189 miles (+2,837)4 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    62,189 miles
    Test number
    790417124144
    • FailureFront Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • FailureNearside Rear Body or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings inner sill (6.1.B.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Body or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings inner sill/floor (6.1.B.2)
    • FailureOffside Rear Body or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings inner sill (6.1.B.2)
    • AdvisoryEngine oil leak

  13. Pass59,352 miles (+2,036)
    MOT expiry
    23 Feb 2017
    Odometer
    59,352 miles
    Test number
    978296776766

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass57,316 miles (+2,604)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Feb 2016
    Odometer
    57,316 miles
    Test number
    798347645074
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  15. Pass54,712 miles (+3,300)
    MOT expiry
    23 Feb 2015
    Odometer
    54,712 miles
    Test number
    459181344030

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass51,412 miles (+3,027)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Feb 2014
    Odometer
    51,412 miles
    Test number
    148938323447
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  17. Pass48,385 miles (+3,714)
    MOT expiry
    23 Feb 2013
    Odometer
    48,385 miles
    Test number
    557147232053

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass44,671 miles (+2,895)
    MOT expiry
    23 Feb 2012
    Odometer
    44,671 miles
    Test number
    196715841404

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass41,776 miles (+3,233)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Feb 2011
    Odometer
    41,776 miles
    Test number
    492333150031
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

  20. Pass38,543 miles (+2,730)3 notes
    MOT expiry
    23 Feb 2010
    Odometer
    38,543 miles
    Test number
    124775659419
    • NoteAll brake pipes showing signs of corrosion
    • NoteCorrosion starting to inner sills
    • NoteRewar exhaust corroded

  21. Pass35,813 miles (+2,787)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    19 Feb 2009
    Odometer
    35,813 miles
    Test number
    162561438462
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteNearside door mirror missing

  22. Pass33,026 miles (+3,747)
    MOT expiry
    19 Feb 2008
    Odometer
    33,026 miles
    Test number
    100661357425

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass29,279 miles
    MOT expiry
    13 Sept 2006
    Odometer
    29,279 miles
    Test number
    820687455249

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about T485 JVR

Does T485 JVR currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on T485 JVR expired on 10 Jul 2023, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on T485 JVR?
The MOT on T485 JVR expired on 10 Jul 2023. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has T485 JVR done?
T485 JVR was recorded at 92,028 miles at its MOT on 11 Jul 2022, an average of 3,730 miles a year.
Has T485 JVR ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T485 JVR has failed 6 of its 23 MOT tests, most recently on 7 Jul 2022.
Has the mileage on T485 JVR 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 T485 JVR find?
T485 JVR passed its latest MOT on 11 Jul 2022 with 8 advisories: brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material; front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened; nearside inner sill is heavily corroded but not in a prescribed area, and 5 more.

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