2014 Suzuki Jimny — MOT failures & pass rate
5,108 MOT tests on the 2014 Suzuki Jimny are in this dataset, and 84.7% of them passed. Against small SUVs of a similar age (18.6% fail rate), the 2014 Jimny comes out 3.3pp better. Failures cluster in suspension, brakes and lighting & signalling.
What the MOT record shows
Suspension dominates the failure mix at 9.2% of all tests — 3.5 points clear of brakes, so it is the first thing to check.
At component level the recurring items are coil spring, wipers and service brake performance — coil spring alone was recorded 398 times.
Mileage is the strongest signal on the record: 11.5% of 0-30k cars fail, rising to 19.4% once past 120-150k.
Advisories point at the next bill rather than this one: tyres was flagged on 17.5% of tests without failing them.
The trend is worsening — 14.4% of tests failed in 2021 against 16.8% in 2025, the usual pattern as a fleet ages.
How it compares
Top failure categories
| # | Category | % of tests affected | Tests |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Suspension | 9.2% | 470 |
| 2 | Brakes | 5.7% | 292 |
| 3 | Lighting & signalling | 3.7% | 190 |
| 4 | Visibility | 3.1% | 161 |
| 5 | Tyres | 1.2% | 60 |
| 6 | Emissions & environmental | 0.9% | 45 |
Most common specific failures
The exact components most often recorded as failures — more specific than the categories above.
| # | Failure item | Times recorded |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Coil spring | 398 |
| 2 | Wipers | 162 |
| 3 | Service brake performance | 161 |
| 4 | Position lamp | 103 |
| 5 | Service brake imbalance | 88 |
| 6 | Headlamp aim | 84 |
Top advisory categories
Advisories aren't failures, but they flag work likely needed soon — useful when budgeting.
| # | Category | % of tests with advisory | Tests |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Tyres | 17.5% | 896 |
| 2 | Brakes | 16.6% | 848 |
| 3 | Suspension | 9.2% | 471 |
| 4 | Other defects | 6.8% | 345 |
| 5 | Visibility | 3.6% | 182 |
| 6 | Body, structure & corrosion | 2.6% | 134 |
Failure rate by mileage
Higher-mileage cars tend to fail more — often the most useful guide to real condition.
| Mileage band | Tests | Fail rate |
|---|---|---|
| 0-30k | 1,589 | 11.5% |
| 30-60k | 2,388 | 15.2% |
| 60-90k | 827 | 19.0% |
| 90-120k | 255 | 28.6% |
| 120-150k | 36 | 19.4% |
Failure rate by age
Trend over time
| Dataset year | Tests | Fail rate |
|---|---|---|
| 2021 | 1,042 | 14.4% |
| 2022 | 1,026 | 15.0% |
| 2023 | 1,003 | 14.7% |
| 2024 | 1,005 | 15.8% |
| 2025 | 1,032 | 16.8% |
What to check before buying a 2014 Jimny
On a 2014 Jimny, suspension is what the MOT record says goes wrong most — it appeared in 9.2% of tests. Check these areas before you commit.
- Suspension (9.2% of tests): Worn drop links, bushes, springs or shocks — listen for knocks over bumps and check for uneven tyre wear. Typical repair: £150–£450 per corner.
- Brakes (5.7% of tests): Pads/discs are routine wear; binding, imbalance or corroded pipes are more serious — test for pulling under braking. Typical repair: £100–£350 per axle.
- Lighting & signalling (3.7% of tests): Often a cheap bulb, but persistent issues can mean wiring or corrosion in the units. Typical repair: £10–£150.
Repair costs are rough UK ballpark ranges to set expectations, not quotes — actual prices vary widely by car, parts and garage.
Frequently asked questions
How many 2014 Suzuki Jimnys pass their MOT?
84.7% of the 5,108 2014 Suzuki Jimny MOT tests in this dataset passed — a 15.3% fail rate.
What is the most common MOT failure on a 2014 Suzuki Jimny?
Suspension, recorded in 9.2% of tests, followed by brakes (5.7%).
Does the 2014 Jimny get worse with mileage?
Its MOT fail rate rises from 11.5% in the 0-30k band to 19.4% in the 120-150k band.
Methodology & source. Based on 5,108 MOT tests. Dataset: DVSA MOT testing data (2021,2022,2023,2024,2025). Data last updated 2026-07-27. Figures reflect MOT-testable defects only — read the methodology for how these are calculated and what they don't measure.