2010 Suzuki Jimny 1.3L Petrol · YR60 TYY

The vehicle currently holds a valid MOT, but the history reveals a concerning trend of structural degradation. While the most recent test on August 21 2024 at 67,332 miles resulted in a pass, it followed a failure for excessive structural corrosion on the offside front chassis. The fact that the vehicle passed after failing for a strength-related defect suggests that repairs or treatments were made, yet the underlying integrity of the frame remains a primary area of long-term concern. At 67,332 miles, the Jimny has averaged approximately 4,200 miles per year over its sixteen-year life, which is significantly below the national average for a vehicle of this age. The interval between the 2022 test at 54,142 miles and the 2023 test at 61,494 miles shows consistent but low-impact use. Low mileage often indicates vehicles sitting for extended periods or being exposed to damp environments, which accelerates the type of corrosion corrosion noted in the inspection records. A buyer must conduct a thorough physical inspection of the offside front body mounting and surrounding chassis rails to determine if the structural repairs were professional or merely cosmetic. The recurring failures regarding corroded fuel and brake pipes in both 2023 and 2024 indicate a history of neglect where grease or debris was used to mask oxidation rather than treating it. You should check for bubbling paint or thinning metal along the underside and verify the condition of all fluid lines, as these components have repeatedly failed the tester in the last two years.