2007 · 17 years old at test · Petrol mostly

2007 Suzuki Jimny MOT pass rate and common faults

1,611 MOT tests in 2024. 62.6% passed first time, compared with 56.9% for all cars the same age.

110Well above average
Passed first time62.6%
Failed or needed repairs37.4%
Typical mileage at test77,000

Most common reasons for failing

Share of all 1,611 tests where this item caused a failure.

  1. Chassis condition: or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting7.1%
  2. Component mounting prescribed areas: prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength4.8%
  3. Seat belts - prescribed areas: prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced3.6%
  4. Service brake imbalance: across an axle3.4%
  5. Position lamp: not working3.3%
  6. Exhaust system: has a major leak of exhaust gases3.0%
  7. Integral vehicle structure condition: corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced3.0%
  8. Wipers: does not clear the windscreen effectively2.7%
  9. Service brake performance: excessively binding2.7%
  10. Rigid brake pipes: excessively corroded2.7%

Problem areas

Failure items found per 100 tests, by part of the car.

  1. Brakes22.0%
  2. Body & chassis20.2%
  3. Suspension15.7%
  4. Lights & electrics14.3%
  5. Emissions & leaks11.0%
  6. Visibility (wipers, screen, mirrors)6.5%
  7. Seat belts & airbags4.8%
  8. Steering2.3%

Most common advisories

Not failures yet, but things the tester warned about.

  1. Rigid brake pipes: excessively corroded20.0%
  2. Tyres - condition: has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure11.2%
  3. Brake discs: in such a condition that it is seriously weakened8.1%
  4. Transmission oil leaks: leaking excessively from transmission6.5%
  5. Non-component advisories: Fuel Pipe/s corroded6.1%

What this means if you are buying one

This model year does better than most cars its age, so it is a reasonable used buy on MOT record alone. Before buying, check the area that fails most: chassis condition: or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting. Then look up the car's own MOT history on GOV.UK with its number plate, and look for repeat advisories.

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Questions

What is the MOT pass rate for a 2007 Suzuki Jimny?

In 2024, 62.6% of 2007 Suzuki Jimny cars passed their MOT first time, across 1,611 tests. The average for all 17-year-old cars was 56.9%.

What are the most common MOT failures on a 2007 Suzuki Jimny?

The most common failure reasons were chassis condition: or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting; component mounting prescribed areas: prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength; seat belts - prescribed areas: prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced. The biggest problem area was brakes.

Is the 2007 Suzuki Jimny reliable at MOT time?

Its MOT Rank score is 110, which is well above average for a car of its age (100 means exactly average).