Suzuki Jimny (2010)
2010 Suzuki Jimny
CarHunch analysed 768 real MOT records for the 2010 Suzuki Jimny.
Real test outcomes — pass rates, defect profiles, mileage data — from verified DVLA records. Updated as new MOTs are recorded.
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The 2010 Suzuki Jimny posts a first-time MOT pass rate of 82.9%, just slightly above the UK average of 80%, which suggests it's a reasonably reliable proposition—though the 29.6% of vehicles that have recorded a dangerous defect at some point is a genuine concern worth taking seriously during a pre-purchase inspection. With an average of 2.76 failures per vehicle, these Jimnys aren't trouble-free, and the high advisory count of 16.8 per car indicates ongoing maintenance issues that need attention.
The median mileage of 44,753 miles is fairly modest for a 14-year-old model, suggesting many examples have been cherished rather than driven hard, yet they're still accruing an average of 16.8 advisories—a sign that age and weather exposure are taking their toll regardless of miles. Before buying, have a full pre-purchase inspection with particular focus on structural and safety components, given the dangerous defect history, and budget for at least minor repairs in the first year of ownership.
The 2010 Suzuki Jimny has a decent first-time pass rate (82.9%), but a higher-than-average share of vehicles have had serious defects recorded — the individual vehicle's history matters a lot here.
These stats describe 768 vehicles as a group. The specific vehicle you're looking at could be the one good example or the one outlier. Run its registration to find out.
What tends to go wrong
Across 768 vehicles — figures show how many had each issue flagged at least once in their MOT history.
Data covers a 3-year window centred on 2010.
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Before you buy a 2010 Suzuki Jimny
Based on MOT data from 768 vehicles — here's what to check.
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Check the full MOT history.
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recurring advisories often signal problems years before they become failures.
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Brake pipes, sills and subframes are the key areas on a vehicle this age — structural rust is hard to spot without getting underneath. A mechanic will check all of this before you commit, and give you a concrete basis to negotiate on price.
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Pass Rate by Fuel Type
| Fuel type | Vehicles | Pass rate | Avg failures |
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| Petrol (100%) | 765 | 82.9% | 2.77 |
Colour Breakdown
Based on 42,955 Suzuki Jimny vehicles registered in the UK — across all years. From DVLA registration records.
Mileage Distribution
Most 2010 Suzuki Jimny vehicles sit in the blue band. If the vehicle you're looking at is outside it, it's either unusually low or high mileage for its age.
Half of all 2010 Suzuki Jimny vehicles fall between 31,093 and 59,773 miles.
2010 Suzuki Jimny — Still on the Road
Most 2010 Suzuki Jimnys are still being driven.
Strong survival — 617 vehicles still getting MOTs in 2025, 86% of the peak.
Based on vehicles from this manufacture year that had at least one MOT test in each calendar year. Data from 2014–2025.
* The 2020 dip reflects the government's COVID-19 MOT exemption, which allowed certificates to be extended by six months — fewer tests were conducted that year.
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