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AO08 LPA

2008 Suzuki Jimny

Grey Petrol 1328cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires20 Feb 2027
Tests22 (16 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate72.7%

Mileage

108,538 mi
Last recorded108,538 miles
Recorded on16 Feb 2026
Typical for 2008 Suzuki Jimny49,174 mi

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

16 pass 6 fail
Pass 16 Feb 2026 108,538 miles

Front Coil spring corroded x 2 (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Handbrake travel high

Nearside Rear Upper Coil spring mounting corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced centre outrigger (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Offside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Offside Rear Upper Coil spring mounting corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced centre outrigger (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Play in nearside front swivel bearing/bush

Rear Coil spring corroded x 2 (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced All over (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Fail 16 Feb 2026 108,538 miles

Front Coil spring corroded x 2 (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Handbrake travel high

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Nearside Rear Upper Coil spring mounting corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced centre outrigger (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Offside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Offside Rear Upper Coil spring mounting corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced centre outrigger (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Play in nearside front swivel bearing/bush

Rear Coil spring corroded x 2 (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced All over (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Pass 7 Feb 2025 90,110 miles
Fail 4 Feb 2025 90,110 miles

Front Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Pass 21 Feb 2024 83,760 miles

Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Fail 22 Jan 2024 83,723 miles

Driver's view of the road through the swept area of the windscreen significantly affected by an obstruction (3.1 (a) (ii))

Exhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))

Nearside Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced (7.1.1 (a) (i))

Offside Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced (7.1.1 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Integral body structure has excessive corrosion which adversely affects braking or steering (6.1.1 (c) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Front Vehicle structure or chassis has excessive corrosion to the extent that overall security or stability of the body is impaired (6.2.2 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Front Vehicle structure strengthening plate or fastening so insecure that structural rigidity is seriously reduced (6.1.1 (b) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Integral body structure has excessive corrosion which adversely affects braking or steering (6.1.1 (c) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Vehicle structure or chassis has excessive corrosion to the extent that overall security or stability of the body is impaired (6.2.2 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Vehicle structure strengthening plate or fastening so insecure that structural rigidity is seriously reduced (6.1.1 (b) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 10 Feb 2023 72,864 miles
Pass 5 Jan 2022 63,101 miles
Fail 4 Jan 2022 63,101 miles

Exhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))

Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases backbox (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 5 Jan 2021 57,336 miles
Pass 27 Nov 2019 55,023 miles
Fail 26 Nov 2019 55,017 miles

Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn o/s/f tractor joint excess play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 3 Dec 2018 49,969 miles

slight play o/s/f wheel bearing

Pass 6 Dec 2017 43,933 miles
Fail 5 Dec 2017 43,927 miles

Steering pivot point has excessive play N/S/F TRACTOR JIONT (2.2.B.1g)

Pass 22 Nov 2016 39,819 miles
Pass 17 Nov 2015 34,575 miles

front tyres worn on edges

n/s/f tyre very near limit tread

Pass 25 Nov 2014 29,291 miles

exhaust corroded

n/s/f tyre wearing edges

Pass 28 Nov 2013 23,866 miles

n/s/f tractor joint has play

Pass 27 Nov 2012 18,597 miles
Pass 1 Dec 2011 14,180 miles

Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Pass 30 Mar 2011 10,617 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 LPA is a 2008 Suzuki Jimny in Grey with a 1,328cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.7%.

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 LPA, 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 LPA registered?

AO08 LPA is a 2008 Suzuki Jimny, first registered on 13 March 2008.

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