2018 Suzuki Jimny 1.5L Petrol · AE68 OEO

The most recent MOT, conducted on 2025-10-03 at 32,194 miles, identified two issues: a nearside rear tyre with a nail and rear brakes that barely met imbalanced requirements. The braking system requires adjustment or repair, which could affect safety. This is the first defect recorded in over a year, as prior MOTs from 2024 to 2021 showed no issues. The vehicle’s mileage of 32,194 miles for an 8-year-old car is low, averaging 4,024 miles annually. This suggests lighter use or potential periods of inactivity, which can lead to wear on components like seals, fluids, and rubber parts. However, the low mileage does not definitively indicate heavy wear or hard use, as the MOT history shows no prior defects. The braking system issue is the primary risk, as imbalanced rear brakes may compromise stopping power. While the defect was minor, it highlights the need for immediate attention. No recurring patterns in wear or failure are evident from the MOT history, which has mostly been clean. The trend appears stable, with no escalation in defects over time.