SUZUKI JIMNY MOT pass rate
74.8% of 35,205 SUZUKI JIMNY MOT tests pass.
The JIMNY passes 74.8% of the time, noticeably below the figure for the average across all SUZUKI models (79.9%).
At 74.8%, The SUZUKI JIMNY passes slightly less often than the national average for cars (79.2%).
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Pass rate by vehicle age
Pass rate drops sharply with age: the SUZUKI JIMNY tested at 0–3 years pass 95.5% of the time, compared with just 68.0% at 15+ years.
| Vehicle age | Pass rate | Tests | Average mileage |
|---|---|---|---|
| 0–3 years | 95.5% | 88 | 7,532 miles |
| 3–6 years | 93.5% | 3,840 | 25,216 miles |
| 6–10 years | 83.2% | 5,102 | 38,203 miles |
| 10–15 years | 78.4% | 5,905 | 59,313 miles |
| 15+ years | 68.0% | 20,270 | 85,086 miles |
Common MOT failure reasons for the SUZUKI JIMNY
The most common reason the SUZUKI JIMNY fails its MOT is body, chassis, structure — present in 54.1% of failed tests, most often logged as "Or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting".
| Category | Share of failed tests | Example |
|---|---|---|
| Body, chassis, structure | 54.1% | Or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting |
| Brakes | 50.1% | Excessively corroded |
| Suspension | 45.5% | Prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength |
| Lamps, reflectors and electrical equipment | 40.2% | Not working |
| Noise, emissions and leaks | 23.3% | Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits |
| Visibility | 16.8% | Does not clear the windscreen effectively |
| Seat belts and supplementary restraint systems | 12.8% | Prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced |
| Tyres | 7.2% | Tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm |
| Steering | 4.2% | Ball joint has excessive play |
| Identification of the vehicle | 1.5% | Does not conform to the specified requirements |
Related SUZUKI models
- SUZUKI SWIFT — 79.7% pass rate
- SUZUKI VITARA — 90.1% pass rate
- SUZUKI ALTO — 74.2% pass rate
- SUZUKI SX4 — 75.8% pass rate
- SUZUKI IGNIS — 84.3% pass rate
- SUZUKI CELERIO — 90.2% pass rate
Frequently asked questions
- What is the MOT pass rate for the SUZUKI JIMNY?
- 74.8% of SUZUKI JIMNY MOT tests pass, based on 35,205 tests in the DVSA anonymised MOT tests and results dataset.
- What are the most common MOT failures for the SUZUKI JIMNY?
- The most common reason the SUZUKI JIMNY fails its MOT is body, chassis, structure — present in 54.1% of failed tests, most often logged as "Or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting".
- Does this show the SUZUKI JIMNY's service history?
- No — this is MOT test data, which covers roadworthiness, not servicing. A service history is a separate record of maintenance work, which a specific car only has if its owner has kept it. See the SUZUKI service history guide for how to check and keep one.