2010 Suzuki Jimny MOT pass rate, common failures & what to check
In 2025, 66.5% of Suzuki Jimny cars first used in 2010 passed their MOT first time, against 59.3% for all cars first used in 2010. Across 2,041 Jimny first tests from 2023 to 2025, the most common failure areas were brakes, suspension and body, chassis and structure.
This page analyses first MOT tests for Suzuki Jimny cars first used in 2010 (all trims grouped): 2021 to 2025 for the pass-rate trend, and 2023 to 2025 for the failure and advisory analysis — plus what is worth checking before you buy one.
Data: DVSA anonymised MOT tests to December 2025 · Calculated by SortedCars · Updated October 2026
How the 2010 Suzuki Jimny MOT pass rate has changed
Share of first tests passed in each year, Jimny cars first used in 2010 against all cars first used in 2010 (any make or fuel; not adjusted for mileage, fuel or use). In 2025 the Jimny figure was 7.2 points higher.
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| Test year | 2010 Jimny | All cars first used 2010 | Jimny first tests |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2021 | 70.7% | 62.6% | 707 |
| 2022 | 69.5% | 61.7% | 698 |
| 2023 | 68.5% | 60.5% | 695 |
| 2024 | 67.9% | 59.6% | 677 |
| 2025 | 66.5% | 59.3% | 669 |
Common 2010 Suzuki Jimny MOT failures
Share of the 660 failed first tests (2023–2025) with at least one failure in each area. A test can fail in more than one area, so the shares add up to more than 100%.
Most common failure items
| DVSA failure item | Share of failed first tests | Tests |
|---|---|---|
| Chassis condition: or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting | 17.1% | 113 |
| Coil spring: fractured or broken | 15.0% | 99 |
| Service brake imbalance: across an axle | 13.2% | 87 |
| Service brake performance: efficiency below requirements | 12.1% | 80 |
| Position lamp: not working | 11.8% | 78 |
Item names are DVSA’s own wording. 2023–2025 combined.
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Typical repair costs for common MOT failures
Typical UK garage prices for the job, not for a Jimny in particular, and not a quote.
| Failure item | Typical job | Typical UK price | Usual range |
|---|---|---|---|
| Coil spring: fractured or broken | Coil spring replacement | £248 | £175–£400 |
From published UK repair-cost guides, checked September 2026. Only jobs with a published typical price are shown.
What to check on a 2010 Suzuki Jimny before buying
The three areas where failed first tests most often had a fault, 2023–2025.
- Brakes. Worth looking at the discs and pads through the wheel spokes for scoring and a worn lip, and noticing on the test drive whether the car pulls to one side or the pedal feels long.
- Suspension. Worth looking behind the front wheels with a torch at the coil springs, and listening for knocks over bumps on the test drive.
- Body and underside. Worth looking underneath with a torch at the sills, floor and mountings for corrosion, and at the rubber boots on the drive shafts for splits.
Common 2010 Suzuki Jimny MOT advisories
Advisories are points the tester noted that did not fail the car. Most common on 2010 Jimny cars, as a share of all 2,041 first tests, 2023–2025.
| DVSA advisory item | Share of first tests | Tests |
|---|---|---|
| Rigid brake pipes: corroded, covered in grease or other material | 16.1% | 328 |
| Tyre condition: slightly damaged/cracking or perishing | 10.6% | 217 |
| Brake discs: worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened | 8.3% | 170 |
| Fuel Pipe/s corroded | 7.8% | 160 |
| Chassis condition: or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security | 6.0% | 122 |
Questions about the 2010 Suzuki Jimny MOT
What is the MOT pass rate of a 2010 Suzuki Jimny?
In 2025, 66.5% of Jimny cars first used in 2010 passed their MOT first time, against 59.3% for all cars first used in 2010. A car fixed during the test counts as a fail.
What does a 2010 Jimny most often fail its MOT on?
Brakes (in 40.3% of failed first tests, 2023–2025), suspension (37.9%) and body, chassis and structure (29.1%). The single most common item was “Chassis condition: or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting” (17.1%).
How often does a 2010 Suzuki Jimny fail its MOT?
In 2025, 33.5% of first tests on Jimny cars first used in 2010 did not pass first time: 28.8% failed, and a further 4.6% had a fault fixed during the test (counted as a fail here). Across 2023–2025, 660 of 2,041 first tests did not pass first time.
What are the most common 2010 Suzuki Jimny MOT advisories?
“Rigid brake pipes: corroded, covered in grease or other material” (on 16.1% of first tests, 2023–2025), “Tyre condition: slightly damaged/cracking or perishing” (10.6%), “Brake discs: worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened” (8.3%), “Fuel Pipe/s corroded” (7.8%) and “Chassis condition: or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security” (6.0%).
Is a 2010 Suzuki Jimny reliable?
An MOT pass rate shows what failed at the test, not how reliable a car is. For this group of cars the first-time pass rate went from 70.7% in 2021 to 66.5% in 2025. For one particular car, its own MOT history matters more than the average.
Other cars first used in 2010
The most-tested cars from the same year. Each page uses the same method.
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