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Suzuki Jimny

Blue · Petrol · 2000 · 1,298 cc

W228 SCLMOT history

W228 SCL is a blue petrol Suzuki Jimny first used on 30 Mar 2000. Its MOT is valid until 29 Oct 2026 and it has passed 20 of 26 MOT tests, with 65,590 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 30 Oct 2025.

W228 SCL blue Suzuki Jimny – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a Suzuki Jimny, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Valid
Until 29 Oct 2026
Mileage
65,590 mi
At MOT on 30 Oct 2025
MOT tests
26
20 passed · 6 failed
Per year
2,011 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
W228 SCL
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Suzuki
Model
Jimny
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,298 cc
Year of manufacture
2000
First used
30 Mar 2000
MOT status
MOT valid until 29 Oct 2026
Latest MOT test
30 Oct 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

W228 SCL was last recorded at 65,590 miles on 30 Oct 2025, 6 miles more than at the previous MOT on 23 Oct 2025.

Mileage went down between tests

  • 23 Oct 2019: 54,391 miles, lower than 88,903 miles on 22 Oct 2019.

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
65,584 miles · 23 Oct 2025
Between the last two tests
6 miles
Average per year
2,011 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 65,590 miles
  • 2024 – 62,528 miles
  • 2023 – 60,275 miles
  • 2022 – 59,630 miles
  • 2021 – 57,880 miles
  • 2020 – 56,427 miles
  • 2019 – 54,391 miles
  • 2018 – 53,357 miles
  • 2017 – 52,229 miles
  • 2016 – 50,557 miles
  • 2015 – 48,298 miles
  • 2014 – 46,544 miles
  • 2013 – 44,773 miles
  • 2012 – 42,819 miles
  • 2011 – 40,275 miles
  • 2010 – 38,903 miles
  • 2009 – 37,283 miles
  • 2008 – 35,802 miles
  • 2007 – 32,326 miles
  • 2006 – 27,433 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass65,590 miles
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Cab or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security (6.2.2 (d) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Cab or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security lower front of inner wheel panel (6.2.2 (d) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Cab or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security (6.2.2 (d) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2018
  • AdvisoryNon standard wheels fittedRecorded at 2 MOTs since 2025

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, 2019–2024

  • Fuel Pipe/s corroded

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2017–2018

  • Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2008–2009

Full MOT history

26 tests since 8 Nov 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass65,590 miles (+6)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Oct 2026
    Odometer
    65,590 miles
    Test number
    729669114742
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Cab or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Cab or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security lower front of inner wheel panel (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Cab or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNon standard wheels fitted

  2. Fail65,584 miles (+3,056)2 major5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    65,584 miles
    Test number
    951515167493
    • MajorNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Cab or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Cab or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security lower front of inner wheel panel (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Cab or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNon standard wheels fitted

  3. Pass62,528 miles (+3)
    MOT expiry
    9 Oct 2025
    Odometer
    62,528 miles
    Test number
    157554182819

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Fail62,525 miles (+2,250)4 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    62,525 miles
    Test number
    480882691875
    • MajorCentral Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • MajorExhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))
    • MajorNearside Front Lower Suspension component ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Lower Suspension component ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  5. Pass60,275 miles (+645)
    MOT expiry
    16 Nov 2024
    Odometer
    60,275 miles
    Test number
    518337785649

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Pass59,630 miles (+1,750)
    MOT expiry
    16 Nov 2023
    Odometer
    59,630 miles
    Test number
    480956143921

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Pass57,880 miles (+1,453)
    MOT expiry
    16 Nov 2022
    Odometer
    57,880 miles
    Test number
    634486351703

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Pass56,427 miles (+2,036)
    MOT expiry
    16 Nov 2021
    Odometer
    56,427 miles
    Test number
    545334149299

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass54,391 miles (-34,512)
    MOT expiry
    16 Nov 2020
    Odometer
    54,391 miles
    Test number
    865344520962

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Fail88,903 miles (+35,546)3 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    88,903 miles
    Test number
    821870075767
    • MajorExhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))
    • MajorNearside Inner Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Inner Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced sill (7.1.1 (a) (i))

  11. Pass53,357 miles (+1,128)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Nov 2019
    Odometer
    53,357 miles
    Test number
    344016260772
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material greased over (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryCoil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFuel Pipe/s corroded
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryN/s and o/s sills / chassis corroded

  12. Pass52,229 miles (+1,672)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Nov 2018
    Odometer
    52,229 miles
    Test number
    754887190346
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe slightly corroded front - rears (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryFuel Pipe/s corroded
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Nail in tyre
    • AdvisoryN/s/f tyre worn on outer edge
    • AdvisoryTyres [all] deteriorated / cracked

  13. Pass50,557 miles (+2,259)
    MOT expiry
    16 Nov 2017
    Odometer
    50,557 miles
    Test number
    192008595665

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass48,298 miles (+60)
    MOT expiry
    16 Nov 2016
    Odometer
    48,298 miles
    Test number
    777879224098

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Fail48,238 miles (+1,694)3 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    48,238 miles
    Test number
    749069785384
    • FailureExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content at idle excessive (7.3.D.4)
    • FailureOffside Rear Upper Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases Leaking at joints and at mounting weld (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryFront brakes binding slightly

  16. Pass46,544 miles (+1,771)
    MOT expiry
    16 Nov 2015
    Odometer
    46,544 miles
    Test number
    367846314367

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Fail44,773 miles1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    44,773 miles
    Test number
    487004303324
    • Repaired at testRear registration plate obscured (6.3.1d)

  18. Pass44,773 miles (+1,954)
    MOT expiry
    16 Nov 2014
    Odometer
    44,773 miles
    Test number
    525524003389

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass42,819 miles (+2,544)
    MOT expiry
    16 Nov 2013
    Odometer
    42,819 miles
    Test number
    337536702396

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass40,275 miles (+1,372)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Nov 2012
    Odometer
    40,275 miles
    Test number
    477582511462
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Lower Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Upper Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  21. Fail38,903 miles1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    38,903 miles
    Test number
    563679510394
    • Repaired at testOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

  22. Pass38,903 miles (+1,620)
    MOT expiry
    16 Nov 2011
    Odometer
    38,903 miles
    Test number
    844709310321

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass37,283 miles (+1,481)2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    16 Nov 2010
    Odometer
    37,283 miles
    Test number
    130641929342
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteRear tyres sidewalls scoffed

  24. Pass35,802 miles (+3,476)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    16 Nov 2009
    Odometer
    35,802 miles
    Test number
    813332318323
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  25. Pass32,326 miles (+4,893)
    MOT expiry
    16 Nov 2008
    Odometer
    32,326 miles
    Test number
    403242707458

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Pass27,433 miles1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    16 Nov 2007
    Odometer
    27,433 miles
    Test number
    322062616356
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteKeep check on all tyres
    • NoteFront wiper blade split

Questions about W228 SCL

Does W228 SCL currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on W228 SCL is valid until 29 Oct 2026.
When is the MOT due on W228 SCL?
The MOT on W228 SCL is valid until 29 Oct 2026. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has W228 SCL done?
W228 SCL was recorded at 65,590 miles at its MOT on 30 Oct 2025, an average of 2,011 miles a year.
Has W228 SCL ever failed its MOT?
Yes. W228 SCL has failed 6 of its 26 MOT tests, most recently on 23 Oct 2025.
Has the mileage on W228 SCL ever gone down?
Yes. The recorded mileage was lower than at the previous test once, first on 23 Oct 2019. This can be caused by a replacement instrument cluster, a recording error or odometer tampering.
What did the latest MOT on W228 SCL find?
W228 SCL passed its latest MOT on 30 Oct 2025 with 5 advisories: nearside rear cab or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security; nearside rear cab or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security lower front of inner wheel panel; offside rear cab or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security, and 2 more.

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