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Suzuki Jimny

Blue · Petrol · 2001 · 1,328 cc

Y242 JEOMOT history

Y242 JEO is a blue petrol Suzuki Jimny first used on 7 Jun 2001. Its MOT expired on 8 Mar 2025 and it has passed 19 of 31 MOT tests, with 82,106 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 9 Mar 2024.

Y242 JEO blue Suzuki Jimny – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a Suzuki Jimny, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Expired
On 8 Mar 2025
Mileage
82,106 mi
At MOT on 9 Mar 2024
MOT tests
31
19 passed · 12 failed
Per year
3,060 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
Y242 JEO
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Suzuki
Model
Jimny
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,328 cc
Year of manufacture
2001
First used
7 Jun 2001
MOT status
MOT expired on 8 Mar 2025
Latest MOT test
9 Mar 2024 (Pass)

Mileage history

Y242 JEO was last recorded at 82,106 miles on 9 Mar 2024, 1,262 miles more than at the previous MOT on 18 Nov 2021.

Mileage went down between tests

  • 9 Jun 2005: 10,063 miles, lower than 24,620 miles on 27 May 2005.

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
80,844 miles · 18 Nov 2021
Between the last two tests
1,262 miles
Average per year
3,060 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2024 – 82,106 miles
  • 2021 – 80,844 miles
  • 2020 – 78,431 miles
  • 2019 – 77,856 miles
  • 2018 – 76,868 miles
  • 2017 – 75,999 miles
  • 2016 – 74,731 miles
  • 2015 – 73,400 miles
  • 2014 – 71,669 miles
  • 2013 – 68,357 miles
  • 2012 – 60,975 miles
  • 2011 – 57,076 miles
  • 2010 – 52,835 miles
  • 2009 – 48,664 miles
  • 2008 – 43,467 miles
  • 2007 – 32,913 miles
  • 2006 – 31,432 miles
  • 2005 – 10,063 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass82,106 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
  • AdvisoryHeavily undersealed

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.

  • Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view

    Minor7 MOTs, 2018–2021

  • Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

    Advisory7 MOTs, 2011–2013

  • Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2020–2021

  • Nearside Rear Coil spring corroded

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2019–2021

  • Offside Rear Coil spring corroded

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2019–2021

  • Nearside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020

Full MOT history

31 tests since 27 May 2005, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass82,106 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Mar 2025
    Odometer
    82,106 miles
    Test number
    827250554527
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryHeavily undersealed

  2. Fail82,106 miles (+1,262)1 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    82,106 miles
    Test number
    671955461752
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryHeavily undersealed

  3. Pass80,844 miles (+95)1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Nov 2022
    Odometer
    80,844 miles
    Test number
    942214907976
    • MinorFront Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

  4. Fail80,749 miles (+2,318)2 dangerous2 major1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    80,749 miles
    Test number
    836457794898
    • DangerousNearside Front Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion which adversely affects braking or steering (6.1.1 (c) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Front Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion which adversely affects braking or steering (6.1.1 (c) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  5. Pass78,431 miles1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Oct 2021
    Odometer
    78,431 miles
    Test number
    153318529360
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

  6. Fail78,431 miles (+575)1 major1 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    78,431 miles
    Test number
    604143651602
    • MajorNearside Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced chassis (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  7. Pass77,856 miles (+1)2 minor7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Oct 2020
    Odometer
    77,856 miles
    Test number
    919464105373
    • MinorRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryCentral Inner Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front vaccum pipes broken o/s/f
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

  8. Fail77,855 miles (+987)1 dangerous2 minor7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    77,855 miles
    Test number
    360799087452
    • DangerousOffside Rear Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion which adversely affects braking or steering (6.1.1 (c) (ii))
    • MinorRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryCentral Inner Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front vaccum pipes broken o/s/f
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

  9. Pass76,868 miles (+1)1 minor
    MOT expiry
    16 Oct 2019
    Odometer
    76,868 miles
    Test number
    646870965777
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

  10. Fail76,867 miles (+868)1 dangerous1 minor
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    76,867 miles
    Test number
    763552734833
    • DangerousOffside Rear Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion which adversely affects braking or steering (6.1.1 (c) (ii))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

  11. Pass75,999 miles (+1,268)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    14 Oct 2018
    Odometer
    75,999 miles
    Test number
    832101167797
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

  12. Pass74,731 miles (+1,331)
    MOT expiry
    14 Oct 2017
    Odometer
    74,731 miles
    Test number
    708388802170

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass73,400 miles (+1,731)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Oct 2016
    Odometer
    73,400 miles
    Test number
    852073528958
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

  14. Pass71,669 miles (+22)
    MOT expiry
    14 Oct 2015
    Odometer
    71,669 miles
    Test number
    347976974464

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Fail71,647 miles (+3,290)6 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    71,647 miles
    Test number
    178915474259
    • FailureNearside Rear Statutory seat belt missing (5.1.1)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)
    • FailureOffside Rear Statutory seat belt missing (5.1.1)
    • FailureRear Passenger's seat cannot be secured in the upright position. (6.2.A.2)
    • FailureRear registration plate obscured (6.3.1d)
    • FailureWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

  16. Pass68,357 miles (+24)9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Oct 2014
    Odometer
    68,357 miles
    Test number
    976518783235
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)
    • AdvisoryOffside coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

  17. Fail68,333 miles (+5,006)4 failures10 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    68,333 miles
    Test number
    499107273242
    • FailureBody has a sharp edge caused by corrosion (6.1.C.1)
    • FailureNearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • FailureOffside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)
    • AdvisoryBrakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)
    • AdvisoryOffside coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

  18. Pass63,327 miles (+110)4 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    29 Jan 2014
    Odometer
    63,327 miles
    Test number
    609290533054
    • AdvisoryFront Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • NoteRear floors carroded and showing rot from under side of car but welded from inside of car

  19. Fail63,217 miles (+2,242)5 failures5 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    63,217 miles
    Test number
    948462823048
    • FailureBrakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)
    • FailureOffside Front Axle swivel joint has excessive play (2.5.A.3b)
    • FailureOffside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • FailureOffside Front front brake binding (3.7.B.1)
    • FailureRear Statutory seat belt missing (5.1.1)
    • AdvisoryFront Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • NoteRear floors carroded and showing rot from under side of car but welded from inside of car
    • NoteUnable 2 see front inner pads

  20. Pass60,975 miles (+3,899)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Jun 2013
    Odometer
    60,975 miles
    Test number
    186886662199
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Steering pivot point has slight play (2.2.B.1g)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

  21. Pass57,076 miles (+20)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Jun 2012
    Odometer
    57,076 miles
    Test number
    328257561199
    • AdvisoryBrakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (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)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

  22. Fail57,056 miles (+4,221)1 dangerous5 failures3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    57,056 miles
    Test number
    469191061148
    • DangerousNearside Front Axle swivel joint has excessive play in a swivel pin (2.5.A.3b)
    • FailureCentre Exhaust has part of the system excessively deteriorated (7.1.1a)
    • FailureExhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureNearside Windscreen wiper blade insecure (8.2.2)
    • FailureOffside Rear Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)
    • FailureOffside Windscreen wiper blade insecure (8.2.2)
    • 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)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

  23. Pass52,835 miles (+4,171)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    9 Jun 2011
    Odometer
    52,835 miles
    Test number
    992641260164
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  24. Pass48,664 miles (+5,197)
    MOT expiry
    8 Jun 2010
    Odometer
    48,664 miles
    Test number
    354066059121

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Pass43,467 miles
    MOT expiry
    8 Jun 2009
    Odometer
    43,467 miles
    Test number
    232218058184

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Fail43,467 miles (+10,554)1 dangerous1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    43,467 miles
    Test number
    124268458147
    • DangerousExess oil leaking from off side steerimg swival
    • FailureOffside Front Front wheel bearing has excessive play (2.5.A.3c)

  27. Pass32,913 miles (+1,481)
    MOT expiry
    8 Jun 2008
    Odometer
    32,913 miles
    Test number
    281279057173

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  28. Pass31,432 miles
    MOT expiry
    8 Jun 2007
    Odometer
    31,432 miles
    Test number
    201433556496

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  29. Fail31,432 miles (+21,369)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    31,432 miles
    Test number
    723163756129
    • FailureFront Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

  30. Pass10,063 miles (-14,557)
    MOT expiry
    8 Jun 2006
    Odometer
    10,063 miles
    Test number
    913130165144

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  31. Fail24,620 miles1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    24,620 miles
    Test number
    582027845191
    • FailureOffside Front Stub axle has excessive vertical movement between stub axle and axle beam (2.5.A.1a)

Questions about Y242 JEO

Does Y242 JEO currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on Y242 JEO expired on 8 Mar 2025, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on Y242 JEO?
The MOT on Y242 JEO expired on 8 Mar 2025. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has Y242 JEO done?
Y242 JEO was recorded at 82,106 miles at its MOT on 9 Mar 2024, an average of 3,060 miles a year.
Has Y242 JEO ever failed its MOT?
Yes. Y242 JEO has failed 12 of its 31 MOT tests, most recently on 9 Mar 2024.
Has the mileage on Y242 JEO ever gone down?
Yes. The recorded mileage was lower than at the previous test once, first on 9 Jun 2005. This can be caused by a replacement instrument cluster, a recording error or odometer tampering.
What did the latest MOT on Y242 JEO find?
Y242 JEO passed its latest MOT on 9 Mar 2024 with 2 advisories: front brake pad(s) wearing thin; heavily undersealed.

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