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Suzuki Jimny

Black · Petrol · 2001 · 1,328 cc

Y299 DCYMOT history

Y299 DCY is a black petrol Suzuki Jimny first used on 11 Apr 2001. Its MOT expired on 8 Aug 2024 and it has passed 17 of 26 MOT tests, with 82,447 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 2 Apr 2025.

Y299 DCY black Suzuki Jimny – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a Suzuki Jimny, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Expired
On 8 Aug 2024
Mileage
82,447 mi
At MOT on 2 Apr 2025
MOT tests
26
17 passed · 9 failed
Per year
3,264 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
Y299 DCY
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
11 Apr 2001
MOT status
MOT expired on 8 Aug 2024
Latest MOT test
2 Apr 2025 (Fail)

Mileage history

Y299 DCY was last recorded at 82,447 miles on 2 Apr 2025, 1,163 miles more than at the previous MOT on 7 Aug 2023.

Mileage went down between tests

  • 19 Aug 2011: 40,625 miles, lower than 47,421 miles on 19 Aug 2010.

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
81,284 miles · 7 Aug 2023
Between the last two tests
1,163 miles
Average per year
3,264 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 82,447 miles
  • 2023 – 81,284 miles
  • 2022 – 80,495 miles
  • 2021 – 79,966 miles
  • 2020 – 72,493 miles
  • 2019 – 67,945 miles
  • 2018 – 67,026 miles
  • 2017 – 65,386 miles
  • 2016 – 63,031 miles
  • 2015 – 60,859 miles
  • 2014 – 60,846 miles
  • 2012 – 57,147 miles
  • 2011 – 40,625 miles
  • 2010 – 47,421 miles
  • 2009 – 42,348 miles
  • 2008 – 37,724 miles
  • 2007 – 30,992 miles
  • 2006 – 21,590 miles

What the latest MOT found

Fail82,447 miles
  • MajorCentral Front Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced body mount (6.1.1 (c) (i))
  • MajorFront Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
  • MajorNearside Front Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced body mounts (6.1.1 (c) (i))
  • MajorNearside Inner Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))
  • MajorNearside Rear Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced body mount (6.1.1 (c) (i))
  • MajorNearside Rear Vehicle structure excessively corroded within 30cm of towbar mounting body mounting (6.1.6 (i) (i))
  • MajorOffside Front Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced body mount (6.1.1 (c) (i))
  • MajorOffside Inner Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))
  • MajorOffside Rear Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced body mount (6.1.1 (c) (i))
  • MajorOffside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • MajorOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength trailing arm mount (5.3.6 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to back (1.1.11 (c))
  • AdvisoryCentral Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
  • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
  • AdvisoryFront Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement panhard rod (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryFront Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement trailing arms (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryIntegral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
  • AdvisoryRear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
  • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material across axle (1.1.11 (c))

What MOT failures 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.

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

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2009–2016

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

    Major2 MOTs, 2020–2023

  • Nearside Front brake slightly binding

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

  • Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases rear box

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

  • Nearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources

    Minor2 MOTs, 2020

  • Nearside Front Body has slight displacement of the body relative to the chassis (6.1.B.1a)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2016

Full MOT history

26 tests since 9 Aug 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Fail82,447 miles (+1,163)11 major12 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    82,447 miles
    Test number
    669094215129
    • MajorCentral Front Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced body mount (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • MajorFront Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorNearside Front Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced body mounts (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • MajorNearside Inner Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced body mount (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Vehicle structure excessively corroded within 30cm of towbar mounting body mounting (6.1.6 (i) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced body mount (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • MajorOffside Inner Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced body mount (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength trailing arm mount (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to back (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryCentral Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement panhard rod (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement trailing arms (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryIntegral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material across axle (1.1.11 (c))
  2. Pass81,284 miles6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Aug 2024
    Odometer
    81,284 miles
    Test number
    869500114679
    • AdvisoryCoil spring corroded both front (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryCoil spring corroded both rear (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisorySuspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both front trailing bushes perished (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisorySuspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both rear trailing arm bushes (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryBoth rear body mounts corroded
    • AdvisoryBoth rear shock protection covers corroded
  3. Fail81,283 miles (+788)4 major1 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    81,283 miles
    Test number
    600420621517
    • MajorExhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorRear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • MinorOffside Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryCoil spring corroded both front (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryCoil spring corroded both rear (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisorySuspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both front trailing bushes perished (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisorySuspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both rear trailing arm bushes (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryBoth rear body mounts corroded
    • AdvisoryBoth rear shock protection covers corroded
  4. Pass80,495 miles2 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Aug 2023
    Odometer
    80,495 miles
    Test number
    238703436699
    • MinorNearside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front brake slightly binding
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases rear box (6.1.2 (a))
  5. Fail80,495 miles (+529)3 dangerous4 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    80,495 miles
    Test number
    418642698909
    • DangerousNearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded to the extent that control of the vehicle is likely to be adversely affected front arm rear mounting (5.3.6 (a) (ii))
    • DangerousNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded to the extent that control of the vehicle is likely to be adversely affected rear arm mounting (5.3.6 (a) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded to the extent that control of the vehicle is likely to be adversely affected rear arm mounting (5.3.6 (a) (ii))
    • MajorFront Headlamp lens seriously defective (4.1.1 (b) (ii))
    • MajorFront Headlamp light intensity severely reduced (4.1.4 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively damaged significantly reducing structural strength rear arm mounting (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front brake slightly binding
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases rear box (6.1.2 (a))
  6. Pass79,966 miles
    MOT expiry
    8 Aug 2022
    Odometer
    79,966 miles
    Test number
    845722165541

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Fail79,966 miles (+7,473)1 dangerous7 major1 minor
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    79,966 miles
    Test number
    969647534155
    • DangerousFront Brakes imbalanced across an axle by more than 50% (1.2.1 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorNearside Front Integral body structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting inner wheel arch front body mount (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorOffside Front Integral body structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting inner wheel arch front body mount (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • MinorOffside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
  8. Pass72,493 miles1 minor
    MOT expiry
    8 Aug 2021
    Odometer
    72,493 miles
    Test number
    137559796435
    • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
  9. Fail72,493 miles (+4,548)5 major1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    72,493 miles
    Test number
    741980834044
    • MajorExhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))
    • MajorNearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength crossmember (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Integral body structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Integral body structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength inner wheel arch (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryRear Passenger seat(s) missing at time of test folded down
  10. Pass67,945 miles (+919)1 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Aug 2020
    Odometer
    67,945 miles
    Test number
    666809165681
    • MinorRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material All brake pipes and fuel lines covered in grease (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryGeneral under body corrosion
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Integral body structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryTyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing All four tyres (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
  11. Pass67,026 miles (+1,640)
    MOT expiry
    8 Aug 2019
    Odometer
    67,026 miles
    Test number
    740802538649

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass65,386 miles (+2,355)
    MOT expiry
    8 Aug 2018
    Odometer
    65,386 miles
    Test number
    903808702351

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass63,031 miles (+21)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Jun 2017
    Odometer
    63,031 miles
    Test number
    904353139775
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Body has slight displacement of the body relative to the chassis (6.1.B.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Trailing arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Body has slight displacement of the body relative to the chassis (6.1.B.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Trailing arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryPower steering pipe(s) or hose(s) slightly corroded (2.3.2)
  14. Fail63,010 miles (+2,151)3 failures6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    63,010 miles
    Test number
    789209314667
    • FailureNearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded corroded in clip (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureNearside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)
    • FailureOffside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Body has slight displacement of the body relative to the chassis (6.1.B.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Trailing arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Body has slight displacement of the body relative to the chassis (6.1.B.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Trailing arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryPower steering pipe(s) or hose(s) slightly corroded (2.3.2)
  15. Pass60,859 miles (+13)
    MOT expiry
    21 Jun 2016
    Odometer
    60,859 miles
    Test number
    326763275168

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass60,846 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    5 Mar 2015
    Odometer
    60,846 miles
    Test number
    857395464098
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
  17. Fail60,846 miles (+3,699)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    60,846 miles
    Test number
    186225964405
    • FailureNearside front brake binding (3.7.B.1)
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
  18. Pass57,147 miles (+16,522)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Aug 2013
    Odometer
    57,147 miles
    Test number
    959584832230
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
  19. Pass40,625 miles (-6,796)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    18 Aug 2012
    Odometer
    40,625 miles
    Test number
    655771231230
    • AdvisoryRear Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.D.4)
    • NoteFRONT DISCS PITTED
  20. Fail47,421 miles2 repaired2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    47,421 miles
    Test number
    203061930273
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)
    • NoteO/s/f brake disc corroded and pitting
  21. Pass47,421 miles (+5,073)2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    18 Aug 2011
    Odometer
    47,421 miles
    Test number
    784071630262
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)
    • NoteO/s/f brake disc corroded and pitting
  22. Pass42,348 miles (+4,624)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Aug 2010
    Odometer
    42,348 miles
    Test number
    404479919254
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
  23. Pass37,724 miles (+6,732)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    10 Aug 2009
    Odometer
    37,724 miles
    Test number
    491244128269
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteNearside rear side light lens cracked
  24. Fail30,992 miles2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    30,992 miles
    Test number
    300285107215
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too low and too far to the left. (1.8)
  25. Pass30,992 miles (+9,402)
    MOT expiry
    8 Aug 2008
    Odometer
    30,992 miles
    Test number
    383675507228

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Pass21,590 miles
    MOT expiry
    8 Aug 2007
    Odometer
    21,590 miles
    Test number
    320711026219

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about Y299 DCY

Does Y299 DCY currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on Y299 DCY expired on 8 Aug 2024, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on Y299 DCY?
The MOT on Y299 DCY expired on 8 Aug 2024. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has Y299 DCY done?
Y299 DCY was recorded at 82,447 miles at its MOT on 2 Apr 2025, an average of 3,264 miles a year.
Has Y299 DCY ever failed its MOT?
Yes. Y299 DCY has failed 9 of its 26 MOT tests, most recently on 2 Apr 2025.
Has the mileage on Y299 DCY ever gone down?
Yes. The recorded mileage was lower than at the previous test once, first on 19 Aug 2011. This can be caused by a replacement instrument cluster, a recording error or odometer tampering.
What did the latest MOT on Y299 DCY find?
Y299 DCY failed its latest MOT on 2 Apr 2025 with 11 major defects and 12 advisories: central front integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced body mount; front headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect; nearside front integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced body mounts, and 20 more.

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