2015 Suzuki Jimny — MOT failures & pass rate
Across 5,763 MOT tests, the 2015 Suzuki Jimny recorded an 84.4% pass rate. That is effectively the same as small SUVs of a similar age (16.4% fail rate), so the MOT record here is unremarkable in either direction. Failures cluster in suspension, brakes and lighting & signalling.
What the MOT record shows
One area stands out: suspension, recorded in 10.7% of tests against 3.6% for the next-worst category.
At component level the recurring items are coil spring, wipers and swivel pins and bushes — coil spring alone was recorded 472 times.
Condition tracks the odometer closely. Failures run at 12.2% in the 0-30k band and 22.6% in the 90-120k band, a 10.4-point spread.
Brakes is the most common advisory, noted on 15.8% of tests — work that passed today but is likely due soon.
The trend is worsening — 14.2% of tests failed in 2021 against 16.4% in 2025, the usual pattern as a fleet ages.
How it compares
Top failure categories
| # | Category | % of tests affected | Tests |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Suspension | 10.7% | 614 |
| 2 | Brakes | 3.6% | 208 |
| 3 | Lighting & signalling | 3.0% | 174 |
| 4 | Visibility | 2.7% | 157 |
| 5 | Tyres | 1.5% | 84 |
| 6 | Emissions & environmental | 0.9% | 53 |
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 | 472 |
| 2 | Wipers | 155 |
| 3 | Swivel pins and bushes | 94 |
| 4 | Position lamp | 93 |
| 5 | Rigid brake pipes | 82 |
| 6 | Wheel bearings | 73 |
Top advisory categories
Advisories aren't failures, but they flag work likely needed soon — useful when budgeting.
| # | Category | % of tests with advisory | Tests |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Brakes | 15.8% | 908 |
| 2 | Tyres | 15.0% | 866 |
| 3 | Suspension | 7.9% | 456 |
| 4 | Other defects | 5.4% | 310 |
| 5 | Visibility | 3.4% | 197 |
| 6 | Emissions & environmental | 1.6% | 93 |
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 | 2,348 | 12.2% |
| 30-60k | 2,437 | 16.3% |
| 60-90k | 787 | 21.9% |
| 90-120k | 159 | 22.6% |
Failure rate by age
Trend over time
| Dataset year | Tests | Fail rate |
|---|---|---|
| 2021 | 1,149 | 14.2% |
| 2022 | 1,137 | 14.2% |
| 2023 | 1,165 | 15.5% |
| 2024 | 1,156 | 17.8% |
| 2025 | 1,156 | 16.4% |
What to check before buying a 2015 Jimny
The failure pattern for this year is specific enough to inspect against: suspension accounted for 10.7% of tests. Start there.
- Suspension (10.7% 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 (3.6% 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 (3.0% 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 2015 Suzuki Jimnys pass their MOT?
84.4% of the 5,763 2015 Suzuki Jimny MOT tests in this dataset passed — a 15.6% fail rate.
What is the most common MOT failure on a 2015 Suzuki Jimny?
Suspension, recorded in 10.7% of tests, followed by brakes (3.6%).
Does the 2015 Jimny get worse with mileage?
Its MOT fail rate rises from 12.2% in the 0-30k band to 22.6% in the 90-120k band.
Methodology & source. Based on 5,763 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.