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Suzuki Jimny

Silver · Petrol · 2001 · 1,328 cc

Y198 ARLMOT history

Y198 ARL is a silver petrol Suzuki Jimny first used on 20 Jun 2001. Its MOT expired on 31 Jan 2023 and it has passed 16 of 21 MOT tests, with 141,169 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 1 Feb 2022.

Y198 ARL silver Suzuki Jimny – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a Suzuki Jimny, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Expired
On 31 Jan 2023
Mileage
141,169 mi
At MOT on 1 Feb 2022
MOT tests
21
16 passed · 5 failed
Per year
6,468 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
Y198 ARL
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
20 Jun 2001
MOT status
MOT expired on 31 Jan 2023
Latest MOT test
1 Feb 2022 (Pass)

Mileage history

Y198 ARL was last recorded at 141,169 miles on 1 Feb 2022, 6 miles more than at the previous MOT on 21 Jan 2022.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
141,163 miles · 21 Jan 2022
Between the last two tests
6 miles
Average per year
6,468 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2022 – 141,169 miles
  • 2020 – 133,468 miles
  • 2019 – 124,084 miles
  • 2018 – 117,666 miles
  • 2017 – 110,953 miles
  • 2016 – 104,212 miles
  • 2015 – 97,653 miles
  • 2014 – 91,979 miles
  • 2013 – 87,782 miles
  • 2012 – 84,442 miles
  • 2011 – 79,684 miles
  • 2010 – 74,312 miles
  • 2009 – 67,789 miles
  • 2008 – 59,907 miles
  • 2007 – 50,380 miles
  • 2006 – 39,623 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass141,169 miles
  • AdvisoryFront various pipes corroded front across the axle on the undersideRecorded at 2 MOTs since 2022
  • AdvisoryIntegral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced sills and the underside is corroded . most areas have been painted with a protective spray (6.1.1 (c) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2022
  • AdvisorySeat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive most (7.1.1 (a) (i))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.

  • Nearside Rear Trailing arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2016–2018

  • Offside Rear Trailing arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2016–2018

  • Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2014–2017

  • Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 1.6 mm

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020

  • Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2.0 mm

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020

  • Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2.0 mm

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020

Full MOT history

21 tests since 22 May 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass141,169 miles (+6)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    31 Jan 2023
    Odometer
    141,169 miles
    Test number
    913225517207
    • AdvisoryFront various pipes corroded front across the axle on the underside
    • AdvisoryIntegral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced sills and the underside is corroded . most areas have been painted with a protective spray (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisorySeat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive most (7.1.1 (a) (i))

  2. Fail141,163 miles (+7,695)1 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    141,163 miles
    Test number
    770503981275
    • MajorFront Wheel bearing has excessive play both sides (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront various pipes corroded front across the axle on the underside
    • AdvisoryIntegral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced sills and the underside is corroded . most areas have been painted with a protective spray (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisorySeat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive most (7.1.1 (a) (i))

  3. Pass133,468 miles (+106)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 May 2021
    Odometer
    133,468 miles
    Test number
    144926600444
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 1.6 mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2.0 mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2.0 mm (5.2.3 (e))

  4. Fail133,362 miles (+9,278)2 dangerous2 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    133,362 miles
    Test number
    592547029719
    • DangerousNearside Rear Service brake has no recorded effort at a wheel (1.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • DangerousRear Brakes imbalanced across an axle by more than 50% (1.2.1 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))
    • MajorRear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 1.6 mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2.0 mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2.0 mm (5.2.3 (e))

  5. Pass124,084 miles (+6,418)
    MOT expiry
    15 Oct 2020
    Odometer
    124,084 miles
    Test number
    116291081227

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Pass117,666 miles (+72)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 May 2019
    Odometer
    117,666 miles
    Test number
    573547983641
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Trailing arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Trailing arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

  7. Fail117,594 miles (+6,641)4 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    117,594 miles
    Test number
    233754209823
    • FailureNearside rear brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.5a)
    • FailureNearside rear parking (secondary) brakes imbalanced (3.7.B.6b)
    • FailureOffside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureRear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (3.7.B.5b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Trailing arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Trailing arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

  8. Pass110,953 miles (+6,741)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 May 2018
    Odometer
    110,953 miles
    Test number
    551241989419
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Trailing arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Trailing arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryVehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

  9. Pass104,212 miles (+6,559)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 May 2017
    Odometer
    104,212 miles
    Test number
    137291356399
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Trailing arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Trailing arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryVehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.A.1)

  10. Pass97,653 miles (+5,674)
    MOT expiry
    16 May 2016
    Odometer
    97,653 miles
    Test number
    965653815181

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass91,979 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 May 2015
    Odometer
    91,979 miles
    Test number
    136968024111
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  12. Fail91,979 miles (+4,197)2 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    91,979 miles
    Test number
    435618224151
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  13. Pass87,782 miles (+3,340)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    16 May 2014
    Odometer
    87,782 miles
    Test number
    536560233106
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • NoteRear exhaust corroded.

  14. Pass84,442 miles (+104)
    MOT expiry
    16 May 2013
    Odometer
    84,442 miles
    Test number
    756368032163

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Fail84,338 miles (+4,654)3 failures1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    84,338 miles
    Test number
    986732332157
    • FailureNearside Rear Lower Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)
    • FailureOffside Front 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)
    • NoteExhaust tail pipe missing

  16. Pass79,684 miles (+5,372)
    MOT expiry
    15 May 2012
    Odometer
    79,684 miles
    Test number
    417676131156

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass74,312 miles (+6,523)
    MOT expiry
    13 May 2011
    Odometer
    74,312 miles
    Test number
    483752630183

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass67,789 miles (+7,882)
    MOT expiry
    13 May 2010
    Odometer
    67,789 miles
    Test number
    584988629186

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass59,907 miles (+9,527)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    13 May 2009
    Odometer
    59,907 miles
    Test number
    511533938158
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

  20. Pass50,380 miles (+10,757)
    MOT expiry
    13 May 2008
    Odometer
    50,380 miles
    Test number
    204674637184

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass39,623 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    20 Jun 2007
    Odometer
    39,623 miles
    Test number
    210512646450
    • NoteDRIVERS SEAT BELT SLOW TO RETRACT

Questions about Y198 ARL

Does Y198 ARL currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on Y198 ARL expired on 31 Jan 2023, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on Y198 ARL?
The MOT on Y198 ARL expired on 31 Jan 2023. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has Y198 ARL done?
Y198 ARL was recorded at 141,169 miles at its MOT on 1 Feb 2022, an average of 6,468 miles a year.
Has Y198 ARL ever failed its MOT?
Yes. Y198 ARL has failed 5 of its 21 MOT tests, most recently on 21 Jan 2022.
Has the mileage on Y198 ARL 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 Y198 ARL find?
Y198 ARL passed its latest MOT on 1 Feb 2022 with 3 advisories: front various pipes corroded front across the axle on the underside; integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced sills and the underside is corroded . most areas have been painted with a protective spray; seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive most.

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