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Suzuki Jimny

Black · Petrol · 2001 · 1,328 cc

Y253 VSTMOT history

Y253 VST is a black petrol Suzuki Jimny first used on 29 Mar 2001. Its MOT is valid until 13 Jan 2027 and it has passed 20 of 25 MOT tests, with 68,189 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 24 Dec 2025.

Y253 VST black Suzuki Jimny – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a Suzuki Jimny, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Valid
Until 13 Jan 2027
Mileage
68,189 mi
At MOT on 24 Dec 2025
MOT tests
25
20 passed · 5 failed
Per year
2,939 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
Y253 VST
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Suzuki
Model
Jimny
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,328 cc
Year of manufacture
2001
First used
29 Mar 2001
MOT status
MOT valid until 13 Jan 2027
Latest MOT test
24 Dec 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

Y253 VST was last recorded at 68,189 miles on 24 Dec 2025, 7 miles more than at the previous MOT on 23 Dec 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
68,182 miles · 23 Dec 2025
Between the last two tests
7 miles
Average per year
2,939 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 68,189 miles
  • 2024 – 59,450 miles
  • 2022 – 55,592 miles
  • 2020 – 48,455 miles
  • 2019 – 43,026 miles
  • 2018 – 39,713 miles
  • 2017 – 35,262 miles
  • 2016 – 29,707 miles
  • 2015 – 23,775 miles
  • 2014 – 23,090 miles
  • 2013 – 20,856 miles
  • 2012 – 18,364 miles
  • 2011 – 16,378 miles
  • 2010 – 14,903 miles
  • 2009 – 12,503 miles
  • 2008 – 11,500 miles
  • 2007 – 10,897 miles
  • 2006 – 10,043 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass68,189 miles
  • AdvisoryBrake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule all (1.1.12 (f) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material all (1.1.11 (c))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryFuel Pipe/s corrodedRecorded 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.

  • Nearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2014

Full MOT history

25 tests since 13 Mar 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass68,189 miles (+7)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Jan 2027
    Odometer
    68,189 miles
    Test number
    955000221176
    • AdvisoryBrake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule all (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material all (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryFuel Pipe/s corroded
  2. Fail68,182 miles (+4,719)2 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    68,182 miles
    Test number
    373514160608
    • MajorNearside Rear Inner Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced sill (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Inner Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced sill (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule all (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material all (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryFuel Pipe/s corroded
  3. Pass63,463 miles (+4,013)
    MOT expiry
    13 Jan 2026
    Odometer
    63,463 miles
    Test number
    807111310617

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Pass59,450 miles (+3,858)2 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    13 Jan 2025
    Odometer
    59,450 miles
    Test number
    107814234163
    • MinorNearside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material All metal pipes covered in paint (1.1.11 (c))
  5. Pass55,592 miles (+3,496)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Jan 2024
    Odometer
    55,592 miles
    Test number
    746771138679
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material on axle (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material on axle (1.1.11 (c))
  6. Pass52,096 miles (+3,641)
    MOT expiry
    13 Jan 2023
    Odometer
    52,096 miles
    Test number
    188225156912

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Pass48,455 miles (+5,429)
    MOT expiry
    30 Nov 2021
    Odometer
    48,455 miles
    Test number
    141248696728

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Pass43,026 miles (+3,313)
    MOT expiry
    30 Nov 2020
    Odometer
    43,026 miles
    Test number
    379033863758

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass39,713 miles (+4,451)
    MOT expiry
    31 May 2019
    Odometer
    39,713 miles
    Test number
    415180590906

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass35,262 miles (+5,555)
    MOT expiry
    31 May 2018
    Odometer
    35,262 miles
    Test number
    220933933172

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass29,707 miles
    MOT expiry
    31 May 2017
    Odometer
    29,707 miles
    Test number
    561312182081

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Fail29,707 miles (+5,932)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    29,707 miles
    Test number
    875674079728
    • FailureOffside front brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)
  13. Pass23,775 miles (+685)
    MOT expiry
    13 May 2016
    Odometer
    23,775 miles
    Test number
    786244835180

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass23,090 miles1 advisory3 notes
    MOT expiry
    20 Mar 2015
    Odometer
    23,090 miles
    Test number
    188311274087
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • NoteN/S Front tracta ball corroded.
    • NoteRear silencer outer skin corroded and split.(no leak)
    • NoteSlight leak at rear silencer flange.
  15. Fail23,090 miles (+2,234)1 failure1 advisory4 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    23,090 miles
    Test number
    197365864061
    • FailureOffside Front Steering pivot point has excessive play (2.2.B.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • NoteN/S Front tracta ball corroded.
    • NoteO/S Front tracta joint seal leaking.
    • NoteRear silencer outer skin corroded and split.(no leak)
    • NoteSlight leak at rear silencer flange.
  16. Pass20,856 miles (+2,492)
    MOT expiry
    20 Mar 2014
    Odometer
    20,856 miles
    Test number
    138880083043

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass18,364 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    20 Mar 2013
    Odometer
    18,364 miles
    Test number
    779379872012
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
  18. Fail18,364 miles (+1,986)2 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    18,364 miles
    Test number
    589889872035
    • FailureExhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)
    • FailureOffside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
  19. Pass16,378 miles (+1,475)
    MOT expiry
    20 Mar 2012
    Odometer
    16,378 miles
    Test number
    587840581004

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass14,903 miles
    MOT expiry
    21 Apr 2011
    Odometer
    14,903 miles
    Test number
    680702810129

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Fail14,903 miles (+2,400)5 failures1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    14,903 miles
    Test number
    800209170094
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)
    • FailureNearside Front brake disc excessively pitted (3.5.1h)
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)
    • FailureOffside Front brake disc excessively pitted (3.5.1h)
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)
    • NoteNail in nearside rear tyre
  22. Pass12,503 miles (+1,003)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Mar 2010
    Odometer
    12,503 miles
    Test number
    961422789000
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)
  23. Pass11,500 miles (+603)
    MOT expiry
    25 Mar 2009
    Odometer
    11,500 miles
    Test number
    372276888087

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Pass10,897 miles (+854)
    MOT expiry
    24 Mar 2008
    Odometer
    10,897 miles
    Test number
    192165877495

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Pass10,043 miles
    MOT expiry
    24 Mar 2007
    Odometer
    10,043 miles
    Test number
    381892476006

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about Y253 VST

Does Y253 VST currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on Y253 VST is valid until 13 Jan 2027.
When is the MOT due on Y253 VST?
The MOT on Y253 VST is valid until 13 Jan 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has Y253 VST done?
Y253 VST was recorded at 68,189 miles at its MOT on 24 Dec 2025, an average of 2,939 miles a year.
Has Y253 VST ever failed its MOT?
Yes. Y253 VST has failed 5 of its 25 MOT tests, most recently on 23 Dec 2025.
Has the mileage on Y253 VST 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 Y253 VST find?
Y253 VST passed its latest MOT on 24 Dec 2025 with 3 advisories: brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule all; brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material all; fuel pipe/s corroded.

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