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Suzuki Jimny

Silver · Petrol · 2001 · 1,328 cc

X452 VVYMOT history

X452 VVY is a silver petrol Suzuki Jimny first used on 25 Jan 2001. Its MOT is valid until 4 Mar 2027 and it has passed 20 of 37 MOT tests, with 81,840 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 5 Mar 2026.

X452 VVY silver Suzuki Jimny – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a Suzuki Jimny, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Valid
Until 4 Mar 2027
Mileage
81,840 mi
At MOT on 5 Mar 2026
MOT tests
37
20 passed · 17 failed
Per year
2,723 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
X452 VVY
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Suzuki
Model
Jimny
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,328 cc
Year of manufacture
2001
First used
25 Jan 2001
MOT status
MOT valid until 4 Mar 2027
Latest MOT test
5 Mar 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

X452 VVY was last recorded at 81,840 miles on 5 Mar 2026, 10 miles more than at the previous MOT on 28 Feb 2026.

Mileage went down between tests

  • 23 May 2018: 54,636 miles, lower than 54,882 miles on 19 May 2017.

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
81,830 miles · 28 Feb 2026
Between the last two tests
10 miles
Average per year
2,723 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 81,840 miles
  • 2025 – 77,360 miles
  • 2024 – 77,360 miles
  • 2023 – 72,073 miles
  • 2021 – 67,392 miles
  • 2020 – 63,966 miles
  • 2019 – 59,288 miles
  • 2018 – 54,865 miles
  • 2017 – 54,882 miles
  • 2016 – 54,024 miles
  • 2015 – 53,646 miles
  • 2013 – 52,756 miles
  • 2012 – 50,698 miles
  • 2011 – 45,427 miles
  • 2010 – 43,800 miles
  • 2009 – 40,056 miles
  • 2008 – 36,957 miles
  • 2007 – 34,938 miles
  • 2005 – 26,988 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass81,840 miles

No defects or advisories were recorded.

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, 2021–2026

  • Rear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2

    Major2 MOTs, 2026

  • Service brake efficiency below requirements

    Major2 MOTs, 2024–2026

  • Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material x2

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024–2025

  • Gearbox mounting defective

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024–2025

  • Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing inside wall

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024–2025

Full MOT history

37 tests since 17 Dec 2005, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass81,840 miles (+10)
    MOT expiry
    4 Mar 2027
    Odometer
    81,840 miles
    Test number
    842067840560

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Fail81,830 miles (+27)5 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    81,830 miles
    Test number
    996031710264
    • MajorDriver's airbag missing (7.1.5 (a))
    • MajorExhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))
    • MajorRear Brakes imbalanced across an axle (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorRear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorSupplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault air bag light on (7.1.6 (a))

  3. Fail81,803 miles (+62)5 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    81,803 miles
    Test number
    766922852289
    • MajorNearside Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is inadequately repaired belt mounting area body sill around mounting (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength chassis at r/arm mounting (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced sill around body mounting (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorRear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorService brake efficiency below requirements (1.2.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

  4. Fail81,741 miles (+4,381)3 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    81,741 miles
    Test number
    823274301945
    • MajorNearside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced inner wheel arch (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength body mount (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength central body mounting in inner wheel arch (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryBoth rear brake backplates corroded
    • AdvisoryChassis/underbody corroded

  5. Pass77,360 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Jan 2026
    Odometer
    77,360 miles
    Test number
    809108757526
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material x2 (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryGearbox mounting defective
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing inside wall (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  6. Fail77,360 miles (+10)3 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    77,360 miles
    Test number
    113640174773
    • MajorNearside Front Vehicle structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Vehicle structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Wheel bearing has excessive play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material x2 (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryGearbox mounting defective
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing inside wall (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  7. Fail77,350 miles (+5,277)3 dangerous9 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    77,350 miles
    Test number
    566880170580
    • DangerousFront Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • DangerousFront Wheel bearing play so excessive that directional control is impaired nearside and offside (5.1.3 (a) (ii))
    • DangerousParking brake efficiency less than 50% of the required value (1.4.2 (a) (ii))
    • MajorFront Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 1 (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorFront Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn nearside hockey stick bushes (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorHorn not working (7.7 (a))
    • MajorIntegral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced front and rear nearside and offside body mounts attachment corroded (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • MajorIntegral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced nearside and offside inner sills (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • MajorOuter Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced nearside and offside sills (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • MajorRear Bumper insecure (6.1.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorRegistration plate missing (0.1 (a))
    • MajorService brake efficiency below requirements (1.2.2 (a) (i))

  8. Pass72,073 miles (+4,681)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Dec 2024
    Odometer
    72,073 miles
    Test number
    870647455987
    • AdvisoryFuel Pipe/s corroded
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  9. Pass67,392 miles (+9)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Nov 2022
    Odometer
    67,392 miles
    Test number
    589330462204
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Axle swivel pins and bushes swivel pin and/or bush slightly worn (5.1.2 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryEngine management light on

  10. Fail67,383 miles (+3,417)3 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    67,383 miles
    Test number
    436923803309
    • MajorExhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))
    • MajorExhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Axle swivel pins and bushes swivel pin and/or bush slightly worn (5.1.2 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryEngine management light on

  11. Pass63,966 miles (+193)
    MOT expiry
    10 Nov 2021
    Odometer
    63,966 miles
    Test number
    501036386682

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Fail63,773 miles (+4,485)8 major10 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    63,773 miles
    Test number
    440885496628
    • MajorExhaust system insecure (6.1.2 (a))
    • MajorFuel pipe leaking (6.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Integral body structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Wheel bearing has excessive play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorNearside Rear Integral body structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Wheel bearing has excessive play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOSF hub seal leaking excessively
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryCentre diff mount broken

  13. Pass59,288 miles (+4,423)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Oct 2020
    Odometer
    59,288 miles
    Test number
    442858576706
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFuel pipes corroded

  14. Pass54,865 miles (+229)
    MOT expiry
    12 Oct 2019
    Odometer
    54,865 miles
    Test number
    605793194309

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass54,636 miles (-246)
    MOT expiry
    22 May 2019
    Odometer
    54,636 miles
    Test number
    544282813201

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass54,882 miles (+622)
    MOT expiry
    18 May 2018
    Odometer
    54,882 miles
    Test number
    549650002588

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Fail54,260 miles (+236)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    54,260 miles
    Test number
    257379815050
    • FailureOffside Front Steering pivot point has excessive play hub (2.2.B.1g)
    • FailureOffside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded underside of sill (2.4.A.3)

  18. Pass54,024 miles
    MOT expiry
    15 May 2017
    Odometer
    54,024 miles
    Test number
    101750559924

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Fail54,024 miles (+378)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    54,024 miles
    Test number
    318856709849
    • FailureOffside Front coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)
    • FailureOffside Front wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.5.A.2)

  20. Pass53,646 miles
    MOT expiry
    13 May 2016
    Odometer
    53,646 miles
    Test number
    396314535111

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Fail53,646 miles (+890)3 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    53,646 miles
    Test number
    235154735405
    • FailureNearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Steering pivot point has excessive play (2.2.B.1g)
    • FailureOffside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

  22. Pass52,756 miles
    MOT expiry
    14 Oct 2014
    Odometer
    52,756 miles
    Test number
    927868783282

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Fail52,756 miles (+2,058)7 failures1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    52,756 miles
    Test number
    835853483274
    • FailureFront Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)
    • FailureNearside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureNearside Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)
    • FailureOffside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureOffside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureOffside Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)
    • FailureRear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • NoteSLIGHT PLAY IN O/S/F HUB

  24. Fail50,698 miles2 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    50,698 miles
    Test number
    518473162296
    • Repaired at testNearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • Repaired at testNearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • AdvisoryBrake load sensing valve linkage defective but function not impaired (3.6.E.3)

  25. Pass50,698 miles (+5,271)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    29 Sept 2013
    Odometer
    50,698 miles
    Test number
    676463062286
    • AdvisoryBrake load sensing valve linkage defective but function not impaired (3.6.E.3)

  26. Pass45,427 miles
    MOT expiry
    29 Sept 2012
    Odometer
    45,427 miles
    Test number
    905673371256

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  27. Fail45,427 miles (+1,627)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    45,427 miles
    Test number
    286012771246
    • FailureNearside Front Axle swivel joint has excessive movement between a swivel joint and its housing (2.5.A.1b)
    • FailureNearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

  28. Pass43,800 miles
    MOT expiry
    16 Dec 2011
    Odometer
    43,800 miles
    Test number
    144884140365

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  29. Fail43,800 miles (+3,744)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    43,800 miles
    Test number
    723943740395
    • FailureOffside Front coil spring incomplete (2.4.C.1a)
    • FailureRear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  30. Pass40,056 miles (+128)
    MOT expiry
    16 Dec 2010
    Odometer
    40,056 miles
    Test number
    651205749395

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  31. Fail39,928 miles (+2,971)1 dangerous1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    39,928 miles
    Test number
    461537839468
    • DangerousOffside Front Lower Stub axle has excessive vertical movement between stub axle and axle beam (2.5.A.1a)
    • FailureBrakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)

  32. Pass36,957 miles (+18)
    MOT expiry
    16 Dec 2009
    Odometer
    36,957 miles
    Test number
    632315248352

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  33. Fail36,939 miles (+2,001)2 failures2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    36,939 miles
    Test number
    434781648405
    • FailureNearside Front brake disc excessively pitted (3.5.1h)
    • FailureOffside Front brake disc excessively pitted (3.5.1h)
    • NoteO/s/r brake pipe corroding
    • NoteSlight play in o/s/f wheel bearing

  34. Pass34,938 miles (+3,123)1 note
    MOT expiry
    16 Dec 2008
    Odometer
    34,938 miles
    Test number
    243731057330
    • NoteFuel pipe/s corroded

  35. Pass31,815 miles (+4,827)
    MOT expiry
    25 Jan 2008
    Odometer
    31,815 miles
    Test number
    904446107065

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  36. Pass26,988 miles (+184)
    MOT expiry
    25 Jan 2007
    Odometer
    26,988 miles
    Test number
    841452265344

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  37. Fail26,804 miles1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    26,804 miles
    Test number
    822051255321
    • FailureHazard warning tell tale not working correctly (1.4.B.1e)

Questions about X452 VVY

Does X452 VVY currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on X452 VVY is valid until 4 Mar 2027.
When is the MOT due on X452 VVY?
The MOT on X452 VVY is valid until 4 Mar 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has X452 VVY done?
X452 VVY was recorded at 81,840 miles at its MOT on 5 Mar 2026, an average of 2,723 miles a year.
Has X452 VVY ever failed its MOT?
Yes. X452 VVY has failed 17 of its 37 MOT tests, most recently on 28 Feb 2026.
Has the mileage on X452 VVY ever gone down?
Yes. The recorded mileage was lower than at the previous test once, first on 23 May 2018. This can be caused by a replacement instrument cluster, a recording error or odometer tampering.
What did the latest MOT on X452 VVY find?
X452 VVY passed its latest MOT on 5 Mar 2026 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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