SUZUKI JIMNY (2019)
Running costs, common problems, and reliability data based on 2,046 real MOT tests in 2024.
MOT Pass Rate
95%
Total Tests (2024)
2,046
Avg Mileage
27,369 mi
Est. Annual Cost
£1,400
Is the 2019 SUZUKI JIMNY reliable?
Excellent reliability. Very few MOT failures. That's 13 points above the national average of 82%. It also outperforms the SUZUKI brand average of 82%.
At 5 years old, 95% of SUZUKI JIMNYs from 2019 passed their MOT first time in 2024. That's based on 2,046 tests across the UK. The average mileage at this age is 27,369 miles.
How does the 2019 SUZUKI JIMNY compare?
Mileage Analysis
The average 2019 SUZUKI JIMNY has 27,369 miles on the clock, which is below the expected 37,000 miles for a 5-year-old car. This suggests lighter use than average, which generally means less wear on major components.
How much does a 2019 SUZUKI JIMNY cost to run?
Based on 7,400 miles/year (UK average), current fuel prices, and repair likelihood from MOT pass rate data. Insurance not included.
SUZUKI JIMNY by Year
| Year | Pass Rate | Tests | Avg Mileage |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | 93% | 61 | 2,882 mi |
| 2021 | 92% | 37 | 22,760 mi |
| 2020 | 95% | 1,447 | 21,916 mi |
| 2019 | 95% | 2,046 | 27,369 mi |
| 2018 | 86% | 832 | 29,945 mi |
| 2017 | 87% | 1,587 | 31,687 mi |
| 2016 | 87% | 1,627 | 38,681 mi |
| 2015 | 83% | 1,661 | 44,085 mi |
| 2014 | 84% | 1,396 | 47,704 mi |
| 2013 | 83% | 1,621 | 54,678 mi |
| 2012 | 83% | 1,695 | 58,922 mi |
| 2011 | 79% | 1,339 | 62,289 mi |
| 2010 | 79% | 1,249 | 67,375 mi |
| 2009 | 80% | 1,485 | 71,005 mi |
| 2008 | 76% | 2,167 | 76,833 mi |
| 2007 | 75% | 3,155 | 81,208 mi |
| 2006 | 73% | 3,044 | 83,462 mi |
| 2005 | 73% | 3,185 | 84,867 mi |
| 2004 | 70% | 3,683 | 86,932 mi |
| 2003 | 74% | 3,098 | 91,083 mi |
| 2002 | 73% | 2,396 | 93,267 mi |
| 2001 | 72% | 1,524 | 88,613 mi |
| 2000 | 71% | 1,211 | 87,550 mi |
| 1999 | 67% | 984 | 89,081 mi |
| 1998 | 72% | 249 | 86,950 mi |
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About the 2019 SUZUKI JIMNY
The 2019 SUZUKI JIMNY is a city car with a 658cc petrol engine. 2,046 of these vehicles were MOT tested in 2024, making it a reasonably common sight on UK roads. It ranks in the top 15% of all 2019 cars for reliability.
With an average of 27,369 miles at 5 years old, SUZUKI JIMNY owners tend to use this car less than the typical driver.
2019 SUZUKI JIMNY Fuel Costs
The modest 658cc petrol engine keeps fuel costs low, which is a real advantage for a city car. Expect around 50 mpg in mixed driving, which works out to roughly £955 per year at current petrol prices of 142p per litre (based on 7,400 miles per year).
What does it cost to own a 2019 SUZUKI JIMNY?
Total estimated annual running cost is £1,400 (£117/month), broken down as £955 fuel, £190 road tax, £55 MOT, and £200 predicted repairs. The low repair estimate reflects the excellent 95% pass rate. These cars rarely fail their MOT, so unexpected bills are less likely.
SUZUKI JIMNY Reliability Trend
Newer SUZUKI JIMNYs show better MOT pass rates than older ones, with an average improvement of 13 percentage points.
Buying a Used 2019 SUZUKI JIMNY
At 5 years old, the SUZUKI JIMNY offers good value with plenty of life remaining. Most manufacturer warranties will have expired, so a pre-purchase inspection is worth the cost.
Alternatives to the 2019 SUZUKI JIMNY
The SUZUKI JIMNY is actually the most reliable option among similar petrol city cars from this era. Here are comparable petrol cars with similar engines:
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- VAUXHALL ASTRA (2017) 87% pass rate (-8%) from 75,171 tests
- AUDI A3 (2018) 92% pass rate (-3%) from 54,110 tests
- FIAT 500 (2018) 86% pass rate (-9%) from 40,756 tests