2011 Suzuki Jimny 1.3L Petrol · DV61 LLZ

This Suzuki Jimny passed its most recent MOT on 2 February 2026 after failing the same test five days earlier. The vehicle is now 15 years old with only 40,306 recorded miles, averaging around 2,687 miles per year. This extremely low mileage suggests either very light use or extended periods of standing, both of which can mask corrosion and mechanical deterioration that time and weather cause regardless of driving. The core issue is widespread corrosion across multiple structural and safety-critical areas. The February 2026 pass was granted despite advisories on corroded body panels (nearside and offside front lower sections, general vehicle structure, rear chassis near mountings), corroded suspension component mountings on all four corners, corrosion to brake hoses and pipes, and a front anti-roll bar affected by rust. These defects were present on both the failed and passed tests, meaning they were deemed acceptable by the second inspection despite being noted as concerns. The failure that preceded the pass is more alarming. In October 2024, the vehicle failed with a fractured offside front coil spring, excessive corrosion to the offside front suspension mounting that significantly reduced structural strength, excessive corrosion of the offside rear body structure affecting rigidity, a major exhaust leak at the rear joint, excessively binding front service brake, and brake efficiency below legal requirements. The wiper blade also failed to clear the windscreen effectively. This represents serious safety defects.