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Suzuki Jimny

Black · Petrol · 2001 · 1,298 cc

Y228 KCWMOT history

Y228 KCW is a black petrol Suzuki Jimny first used on 29 Jun 2001. Its MOT is valid until 23 Apr 2027 and it has passed 7 of 9 MOT tests, with 56,876 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 31 Mar 2026.

Y228 KCW black Suzuki Jimny – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a Suzuki Jimny, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Valid
Until 23 Apr 2027
Mileage
56,876 mi
At MOT on 31 Mar 2026
MOT tests
9
7 passed · 2 failed
Per year
1,605 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
Y228 KCW
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Suzuki
Model
Jimny
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,298 cc
Year of manufacture
2001
First used
29 Jun 2001
MOT status
MOT valid until 23 Apr 2027
Latest MOT test
31 Mar 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

Y228 KCW was last recorded at 56,876 miles on 31 Mar 2026, 2,260 miles more than at the previous MOT on 24 Apr 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
54,616 miles · 24 Apr 2025
Between the last two tests
2,260 miles
Average per year
1,605 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 56,876 miles
  • 2025 – 54,616 miles
  • 2009 – 33,102 miles
  • 2008 – 31,436 miles
  • 2007 – 28,489 miles
  • 2006 – 25,822 miles
  • 2005 – 23,507 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass56,876 miles
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
  • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))Recorded 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.

  • Rear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2005–2009

Full MOT history

9 tests since 16 Jun 2005, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass56,876 miles (+2,260)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Apr 2027
    Odometer
    56,876 miles
    Test number
    213205501892
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

  2. Pass54,616 miles (+21,514)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Apr 2026
    Odometer
    54,616 miles
    Test number
    492046331796
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryMil light does not illuminate

  3. Pass33,102 miles (+1,666)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    24 Apr 2010
    Odometer
    33,102 miles
    Test number
    793885819112
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

  4. Pass31,436 miles (+86)
    MOT expiry
    22 Jun 2009
    Odometer
    31,436 miles
    Test number
    660250778146

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Fail31,350 miles (+2,861)2 failures1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    31,350 miles
    Test number
    532933968123
    • FailureOffside Front suspension has excessive movement at a suspension ball joint (2.5.A.1c)
    • FailureOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • NoteOil around o/s/f tractor joint..rear exhaust corroded..light mist of oil around rear shocks..white walls on inside of tyre....

  6. Pass28,489 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    22 Jun 2008
    Odometer
    28,489 miles
    Test number
    153350077135
    • NoteO/s/f swivel joint leaking

  7. Fail28,489 miles (+2,667)1 failure1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    28,489 miles
    Test number
    581540677117
    • FailureOffside Front Axle swivel joint has excessive play (2.5.A.3b)
    • NoteO/s/f swivel joint seal leaking

  8. Pass25,822 miles (+2,315)1 note
    MOT expiry
    22 Jun 2007
    Odometer
    25,822 miles
    Test number
    251180976483
    • NoteNail in n/s/r tyre(side wall area)....intake hose perashing....outter edge wear on front tyres....rear exhaust corroding....

  9. Pass23,507 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    22 Jun 2006
    Odometer
    23,507 miles
    Test number
    442447365197
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Questions about Y228 KCW

Does Y228 KCW currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on Y228 KCW is valid until 23 Apr 2027.
When is the MOT due on Y228 KCW?
The MOT on Y228 KCW is valid until 23 Apr 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has Y228 KCW done?
Y228 KCW was recorded at 56,876 miles at its MOT on 31 Mar 2026, an average of 1,605 miles a year.
Has Y228 KCW ever failed its MOT?
Yes. Y228 KCW has failed 2 of its 9 MOT tests, most recently on 11 Jun 2008.
Has the mileage on Y228 KCW 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 Y228 KCW find?
Y228 KCW passed its latest MOT on 31 Mar 2026 with 3 advisories: oil leak, but not excessive; rear brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material; rear exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases.

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