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Suzuki Jimny

Red · Petrol · 2001 · 1,328 cc

Y273 OFUMOT history

Y273 OFU is a red petrol Suzuki Jimny first used on 21 Jun 2001. Its MOT is valid until 30 Nov 2026 and it has passed 16 of 25 MOT tests, with 29,948 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 1 Dec 2025.

Y273 OFU red Suzuki Jimny – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a Suzuki Jimny, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Valid
Until 30 Nov 2026
Mileage
29,948 mi
At MOT on 1 Dec 2025
MOT tests
25
16 passed · 9 failed
Per year
943 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
Y273 OFU
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Suzuki
Model
Jimny
Colour
Red
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,328 cc
Year of manufacture
2001
First used
21 Jun 2001
MOT status
MOT valid until 30 Nov 2026
Latest MOT test
1 Dec 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

Y273 OFU was last recorded at 29,948 miles on 1 Dec 2025, 127 miles more than at the previous MOT on 7 Jun 2025.

Mileage went down between tests

  • 21 Apr 2021: 25,542 miles, lower than 25,566 miles on 15 Jan 2020.

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
29,821 miles · 7 Jun 2025
Between the last two tests
127 miles
Average per year
943 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 29,948 miles
  • 2024 – 27,244 miles
  • 2023 – 26,316 miles
  • 2021 – 25,593 miles
  • 2020 – 25,566 miles
  • 2019 – 23,146 miles
  • 2018 – 22,786 miles
  • 2017 – 22,294 miles
  • 2016 – 21,913 miles
  • 2015 – 21,098 miles
  • 2014 – 20,766 miles
  • 2013 – 20,546 miles
  • 2012 – 19,781 miles
  • 2011 – 17,555 miles
  • 2009 – 15,299 miles
  • 2008 – 14,218 miles
  • 2007 – 12,569 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass29,948 miles
  • MinorFront Headlamp lens slightly defective both front (4.1.1 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded both rear (5.3.1 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryRear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))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.

  • Exhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits

    Major4 MOTs, 2021–2024

  • Offside Rear Lower Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

  • Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction

    Major2 MOTs, 2021–2024

  • Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2009–2011

Full MOT history

25 tests since 25 Jun 2007, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass29,948 miles (+127)1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Nov 2026
    Odometer
    29,948 miles
    Test number
    158936147888
    • MinorFront Headlamp lens slightly defective both front (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded both rear (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  2. Fail29,821 miles (+102)2 major1 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    29,821 miles
    Test number
    333851767883
    • MajorRear Rear fog lamp missing not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorRegistration plate lamp does not illuminate simultaneously with the position lamps (4.7.2 (a))
    • MinorFront Headlamp lens slightly defective both sodes (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Outer Bumper mountings corroded but not likely to become detached loose (6.1.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded both sides (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Upper Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  3. Fail29,719 miles (+2,475)3 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    29,719 miles
    Test number
    685943127003
    • MajorFront Headlamp light source and lamp not compatible (4.1.4 (c))
    • MajorOffside Rear Lower Shock absorbers insecurely attached (5.3.2 (a) (i))
    • MajorRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive diff area (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  4. Pass27,244 miles (+30)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Jan 2025
    Odometer
    27,244 miles
    Test number
    258338177295
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Lower Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material ALL REAR PIPES (1.1.11 (c))

  5. Fail27,214 miles (+898)1 dangerous5 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    27,214 miles
    Test number
    722727143937
    • DangerousOffside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
    • MajorExhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))
    • 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 Rear Vehicle structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Lower Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material ALL REAR PIPES (1.1.11 (c))

  6. Fail26,316 miles (+723)3 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    26,316 miles
    Test number
    366967677489
    • MajorExhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))
    • MajorExhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))
    • MajorExhaust hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

  7. Pass25,593 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 May 2022
    Odometer
    25,593 miles
    Test number
    622136368016
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))

  8. Fail25,587 miles (+45)1 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    25,587 miles
    Test number
    524153525055
    • MajorExhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))

  9. Fail25,542 miles (-24)1 dangerous9 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    25,542 miles
    Test number
    981952366625
    • DangerousStop lamp(s) all not working (4.3.1 (a) (iii))
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
    • MajorExhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))
    • MajorExhaust hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp lens seriously defective (4.1.1 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Inner Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Outer Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced Sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorRear Direction indicator adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (4.4.3 (b))
    • MajorRear Direction indicator not working Both rear (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

  10. Pass25,566 miles (+2,420)
    MOT expiry
    10 Feb 2021
    Odometer
    25,566 miles
    Test number
    105949460802

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass23,146 miles (+360)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    10 Feb 2020
    Odometer
    23,146 miles
    Test number
    913812561066
    • AdvisoryNearside Axle swivel pins and bushes swivel pin and/or bush slightly worn (5.1.2 (b) (i))

  12. Pass22,786 miles (+492)
    MOT expiry
    10 Feb 2019
    Odometer
    22,786 miles
    Test number
    256527854251

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass22,294 miles (+381)
    MOT expiry
    10 Feb 2018
    Odometer
    22,294 miles
    Test number
    388588641889

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass21,913 miles (+89)
    MOT expiry
    10 Feb 2017
    Odometer
    21,913 miles
    Test number
    434595596929

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Fail21,824 miles (+726)3 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    21,824 miles
    Test number
    197144906382
    • FailureNearside Front Radius arm rubber bush bonding deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Radius arm rubber bush bonding deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureService brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)
    • AdvisoryAll brake pips

  16. Pass21,098 miles (+332)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    10 Feb 2016
    Odometer
    21,098 miles
    Test number
    916555115073
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • NoteWheel/tyre protruding beyond wheel arch

  17. Pass20,766 miles (+220)
    MOT expiry
    10 Feb 2015
    Odometer
    20,766 miles
    Test number
    775378314087

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass20,546 miles (+765)
    MOT expiry
    10 Feb 2014
    Odometer
    20,546 miles
    Test number
    399284213083

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass19,781 miles (+2,226)
    MOT expiry
    10 Feb 2013
    Odometer
    19,781 miles
    Test number
    147219612025

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass17,555 miles (+2,256)5 advisories8 notes
    MOT expiry
    10 Feb 2012
    Odometer
    17,555 miles
    Test number
    596522741032
    • AdvisoryFront Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)
    • AdvisoryRear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryRear Shock absorber has slight corrosion to the casing (2.7.2a)
    • AdvisoryShock absorber has slight corrosion to the casing (2.7.2a)
    • NoteNon obligatory mirror damaged
    • NoteOil leak
    • NoteFour wheel trims fitted.
    • NoteFront plastic bumper slightly damaged.
    • NoteNo spare wheel.
    • NoteRear plastic bumper slightly damaged.
    • NoteSill protection fitted to both sides.
    • NoteUnder body protection fitted.

  21. Pass15,299 miles3 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    7 Jul 2010
    Odometer
    15,299 miles
    Test number
    481729789135
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Seat belt damaged but webbing not significantly weakened (5.2.2a)
    • AdvisoryRear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • NoteBoth front and rear bumpers are slightly cracked

  22. Fail15,299 miles (+1,081)3 repaired3 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    15,299 miles
    Test number
    763749189110
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Windscreen wiper blade insecure (8.2.2)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Seat belt damaged but webbing not significantly weakened (5.2.2a)
    • AdvisoryRear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • NoteBoth front and rear bumpers are slightly cracked

  23. Pass14,218 miles
    MOT expiry
    24 Jun 2009
    Odometer
    14,218 miles
    Test number
    360024468126

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Fail14,218 miles (+1,649)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    14,218 miles
    Test number
    703074668128
    • Repaired at testOffside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

  25. Pass12,569 miles
    MOT expiry
    24 Jun 2008
    Odometer
    12,569 miles
    Test number
    174236977125

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about Y273 OFU

Does Y273 OFU currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on Y273 OFU is valid until 30 Nov 2026.
When is the MOT due on Y273 OFU?
The MOT on Y273 OFU is valid until 30 Nov 2026. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has Y273 OFU done?
Y273 OFU was recorded at 29,948 miles at its MOT on 1 Dec 2025, an average of 943 miles a year.
Has Y273 OFU ever failed its MOT?
Yes. Y273 OFU has failed 9 of its 25 MOT tests, most recently on 7 Jun 2025.
Has the mileage on Y273 OFU ever gone down?
Yes. The recorded mileage was lower than at the previous test once, first on 21 Apr 2021. This can be caused by a replacement instrument cluster, a recording error or odometer tampering.
What did the latest MOT on Y273 OFU find?
Y273 OFU passed its latest MOT on 1 Dec 2025 with 1 minor defect and 3 advisories: front headlamp lens slightly defective both front; nearside rear wheel bearing has slight play; rear coil spring corroded both rear, and 1 more.

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