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Suzuki Jimny

Blue · Petrol · 1999 · 1,298 cc

T787 SOAMOT history

T787 SOA is a blue petrol Suzuki Jimny first used on 28 Jun 1999. Its MOT expired on 7 Jul 2026 and it has passed 17 of 24 MOT tests, with 98,288 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 18 Jun 2025.

MOT
Expired
On 7 Jul 2026
Mileage
98,288 mi
At MOT on 18 Jun 2025
MOT tests
24
17 passed · 7 failed
Per year
2,101 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T787 SOA
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
28 Jun 1999
MOT status
MOT expired on 7 Jul 2026
Latest MOT test
18 Jun 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

T787 SOA was last recorded at 98,288 miles on 18 Jun 2025, 1,035 miles more than at the previous MOT on 8 Jul 2024.

Mileage went down between tests

  • 22 Oct 2011: 59,862 miles, lower than 98,289 miles on 12 Oct 2010.

A replacement instrument cluster, a recording error at the test or odometer tampering can cause this.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFailMileage went down
Previous MOT
97,253 miles · 8 Jul 2024
Between the last two tests
1,035 miles
Average per year
2,101 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 98,288 miles
  • 2024 – 97,253 miles
  • 2023 – 95,337 miles
  • 2022 – 93,069 miles
  • 2020 – 90,505 miles
  • 2019 – 86,479 miles
  • 2018 – 77,903 miles
  • 2016 – 72,362 miles
  • 2015 – 71,576 miles
  • 2014 – 68,320 miles
  • 2012 – 63,137 miles
  • 2011 – 59,862 miles
  • 2010 – 98,289 miles
  • 2009 – 85,990 miles
  • 2008 – 78,781 miles
  • 2007 – 69,216 miles
  • 2006 – 59,106 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass98,288 miles
  • AdvisoryNearside Front headlamp deterioated
  • AdvisoryRear Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2024

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.

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

  • Body mountings starting to corroded

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

  • Rear floor starting to corrode

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

  • Both rear body mounts corroded.

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018–2019

Full MOT history

24 tests since 17 Jul 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass98,288 miles (+1,035)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Jul 2026
    Odometer
    98,288 miles
    Test number
    795445183680
    • AdvisoryNearside Front headlamp deterioated
    • AdvisoryRear Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

  2. Pass97,253 miles (+1,916)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Jul 2025
    Odometer
    97,253 miles
    Test number
    751059676400
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Body mounting fixing insecure, but overall security not significantly reduced (6.2.2 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Body mounting fixing insecure, but overall security not significantly reduced (6.2.2 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

  3. Pass95,337 miles1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 May 2024
    Odometer
    95,337 miles
    Test number
    146974797958
    • MinorNearside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryUnder body corrosion and covering.
    • AdvisoryUnder body corrosion.

  4. Fail95,337 miles (+2,268)3 repaired1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    95,337 miles
    Test number
    796350756798
    • Repaired at testHorn not working (7.7 (a))
    • Repaired at testNearside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too far to the right (4.1.2 (a))
    • MinorNearside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryUnder body corrosion and covering.
    • AdvisoryUnder body corrosion.

  5. Pass93,069 miles (+14)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Feb 2023
    Odometer
    93,069 miles
    Test number
    407747496707
    • AdvisoryRear Passenger seat(s) missing at time of test
    • AdvisoryBody mountings starting to corroded
    • AdvisoryRear floor starting to corrode

  6. Fail93,055 miles (+2,550)3 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    93,055 miles
    Test number
    234019635740
    • 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 carbon monoxide content at idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryRear Passenger seat(s) missing at time of test
    • AdvisoryBody mountings starting to corroded
    • AdvisoryRear floor starting to corrode

  7. Pass90,505 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Oct 2021
    Odometer
    90,505 miles
    Test number
    404324304222
    • AdvisoryOuter sills covered with plastic covers.
    • AdvisorySlight corrosion near rear body mounting points.

  8. Fail90,505 miles (+4,026)1 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    90,505 miles
    Test number
    747881392388
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Seat belt buckle not functioning as intended (7.1.2 (d))
    • AdvisoryOuter sills covered with plastic covers.
    • AdvisorySlight corrosion near rear body mounting points.

  9. Pass86,479 miles (+8,576)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Oct 2020
    Odometer
    86,479 miles
    Test number
    373731755201
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryBoth front swivel hubs corroded.
    • AdvisoryBoth rear body mounts corroded.
    • AdvisoryNo seats or seat belts fitted to rear of vehicle.

  10. Pass77,903 miles (+5,541)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Oct 2019
    Odometer
    77,903 miles
    Test number
    991299048665
    • AdvisoryBoth front suspension swivel ball corroded.
    • AdvisoryBoth rear body mounts corroded.
    • AdvisoryNo seat or seat belts fitted to rear of vehicle.

  11. Pass72,362 miles (+786)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    21 Jul 2017
    Odometer
    72,362 miles
    Test number
    750484663272
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake lining(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  12. Pass71,576 miles (+3,256)
    MOT expiry
    14 Jan 2016
    Odometer
    71,576 miles
    Test number
    329835115027

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass68,320 miles (+5,183)
    MOT expiry
    5 Jan 2015
    Odometer
    68,320 miles
    Test number
    685676404057

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass63,137 miles (+4)
    MOT expiry
    30 Oct 2013
    Odometer
    63,137 miles
    Test number
    625965502349

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Fail63,133 miles (+3,271)2 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    63,133 miles
    Test number
    829404302349
    • FailureBrakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)
    • FailureNearside Headlamp excessively deteriorated so that the light output is severely reduced (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  16. Pass59,862 miles (-38,427)5 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    21 Oct 2012
    Odometer
    59,862 miles
    Test number
    299235791238
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteOil leak

  17. Pass98,289 miles (+12,299)2 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    11 Oct 2011
    Odometer
    98,289 miles
    Test number
    770695380290
    • AdvisoryExhaust emits blue smoke during acceleration (7.3.A.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Trailing arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteOil leak
    • NoteFuel pipes corroded

  18. Pass85,990 miles (+5)
    MOT expiry
    27 Aug 2010
    Odometer
    85,990 miles
    Test number
    630390349263

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Fail85,985 miles (+7,204)6 failures1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    85,985 miles
    Test number
    844599039263
    • FailureCentre Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)
    • FailureFront Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • FailureFuel cap/sealing device does not fasten securely maintaining the sealing arrangement (7.2.4b)
    • FailureNearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • FailureOffside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • NoteNail in nearside rear tyre

  20. Pass78,781 miles (+9,565)
    MOT expiry
    20 Aug 2009
    Odometer
    78,781 miles
    Test number
    704184438265

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass69,216 miles (+174)
    MOT expiry
    10 Aug 2008
    Odometer
    69,216 miles
    Test number
    794402727235

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Fail69,042 miles (+9,936)3 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    69,042 miles
    Test number
    380690127253
    • FailureNearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)
    • FailureOffside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)
    • FailureSteering box has relative movement between sector shaft and the drop arm (2.2.B.1b)

  23. Pass59,106 miles (+573)
    MOT expiry
    10 Aug 2007
    Odometer
    59,106 miles
    Test number
    473873426222

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Fail58,533 miles5 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    58,533 miles
    Test number
    201788696137
    • FailureExhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)
    • FailureFront Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)
    • FailureFront Windscreen wiper blade deteriorated (8.2.2)
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Questions about T787 SOA

Does T787 SOA currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on T787 SOA expired on 7 Jul 2026, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on T787 SOA?
The MOT on T787 SOA expired on 7 Jul 2026. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has T787 SOA done?
T787 SOA was recorded at 98,288 miles at its MOT on 18 Jun 2025, an average of 2,101 miles a year.
Has T787 SOA ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T787 SOA has failed 7 of its 24 MOT tests, most recently on 31 May 2023.
Has the mileage on T787 SOA ever gone down?
Yes. The recorded mileage was lower than at the previous test once, first on 22 Oct 2011. This can be caused by a replacement instrument cluster, a recording error or odometer tampering.
What did the latest MOT on T787 SOA find?
T787 SOA passed its latest MOT on 18 Jun 2025 with 2 advisories: nearside front headlamp deterioated; rear integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced.

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