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AO08 AUF

2008 Suzuki Jimny

Grey Petrol 1328cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires11 Aug 2026
Tests18 (13 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate72.2%

Mileage

65,458 mi
Last recorded65,458 miles
Recorded on12 Aug 2025
Typical for 2008 Suzuki Jimny49,174 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAO08 AUF
MakeSuzuki
ModelJimny
Year2008
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,328cc

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MOT History

13 pass 5 fail
Pass 12 Aug 2025 65,458 miles
Pass 1 Aug 2024 61,256 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Rear exhaust deteriorating

Rear tyres starting to perish

Pass 25 Jul 2023 53,690 miles
Fail 25 Jul 2023 53,690 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 2 Aug 2022 48,644 miles
Fail 2 Aug 2022 48,644 miles

Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))

Registration plate lamp does not illuminate simultaneously with the position lamps (4.7.2 (a))

Pass 24 Jun 2021 42,792 miles
Fail 24 Jun 2021 42,792 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 24 Jun 2020 38,039 miles
Fail 24 Jun 2020 38,039 miles

Offside Rear fog lamp does not emit a steady red light (4.5.4 (a))

Pass 1 Jul 2019 32,734 miles
Pass 25 Jun 2018 29,744 miles
Pass 20 Jun 2017 28,730 miles
Fail 20 Jun 2017 28,730 miles

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 1 Jun 2016 25,194 miles
Pass 15 Jul 2015 23,341 miles
Pass 22 Jul 2013 18,600 miles
Pass 13 Oct 2011 12,816 miles

How Reliable is the Suzuki Jimny?

Based on 677,512 MOT tests across 43,507 vehicles.

76.0%
Pass Rate
3,858
Miles/Year
28
Year Lifespan
43,507
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Brake pipe excessively corroded 18,210
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 11,190
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 7,055
position lamp(s) not working 6,970
Axle swivel joint has excessive play 5,518
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AO08 AUF is a 2008 Suzuki Jimny in Grey with a 1,328cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.2%.

Across all 2008 Suzuki Jimny models, the average MOT pass rate is 79.9% with a typical mileage of 49,174 miles. This particular vehicle has a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

The most common reason a Suzuki Jimny fails its MOT is brake pipe excessively corroded, accounting for 18,210 recorded failures. If you're considering buying AO08 AUF, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Suzuki Jimny typically stays on UK roads for around 28 years. At 18 years old, this Suzuki Jimny is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was AO08 AUF registered?

AO08 AUF is a 2008 Suzuki Jimny, first registered on 14 March 2008.

Is AO08 AUF safe to buy?

The MOT history for AO08 AUF shows 18 tests with a 72.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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