CarVerify

Free Car Check

AO08 USE

2008 Suzuki Jimny

Black Petrol 1298cc
Search another vehicle

MOT Status

Valid
Expires1 Nov 2026
Tests21 (16 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate76.2%

Mileage

106,623 mi
Last recorded106,623 miles
Recorded on31 Oct 2025
Typical for 2008 Suzuki Jimny49,174 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

4 checks still locked for this Suzuki
Stolen
Finance
Write-off
Keepers
Unlock full report — £4.99
Instant £30k guarantee
or single check £9.99

Not all car check providers offer a guarantee. Don't risk buying from services that can't back their data. CarVerify reports include a £30,000 finance data guarantee.

Vehicle Details

RegistrationAO08 USE
MakeSuzuki
ModelJimny
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,298cc

All premium checks include

50+ data points
Finance Check (Experian) Insurance Write-off Salvage Auction Stolen Check Previous Owners Ex-Taxi, Police, NHS Mileage Anomaly Import / Export Scrapped Check Plate Changes

MOT History

16 pass 5 fail
Pass 31 Oct 2025 106,623 miles

Offside Front Vehicle structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security (6.2.2 (d) (i))

Pass 2 Nov 2024 100,050 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Inner Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced wing (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Offside Front Battery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))

Offside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Offside Front Inner Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced wing (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Offside Front Vehicle structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security body mount (6.2.2 (d) (i))

Offside Front Vehicle structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security sill (6.2.2 (d) (i))

Offside Rear exhaust silencer against tow bar

Fail 30 Oct 2024 100,050 miles

Nearside Front Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced body mount (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Nearside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Inner Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced wing (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Offside Front Battery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))

Offside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Offside Front Inner Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced wing (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Offside Front Vehicle structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security body mount (6.2.2 (d) (i))

Offside Front Vehicle structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security sill (6.2.2 (d) (i))

Offside Rear exhaust silencer against tow bar

Pass 24 Oct 2023 95,367 miles
Pass 2 Sep 2023 95,233 miles
Pass 3 Sep 2022 89,771 miles
Pass 21 Sep 2021 84,953 miles
Pass 23 Oct 2020 82,525 miles

Headlamp lens slightly defective both cracked (4.1.1 (b) (i))

whole under side of vehicle coated with under seal including all pipes

Fail 2 Oct 2020 82,512 miles

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced rear of rear inner arch area (7.1.1 (a) (i))

Body mounting fixings insecure such that stability is seriously impaired 4 of the 6 areas are heavily corroded (6.2.2 (c) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material rear are greased (1.1.11 (c))

Headlamp lens slightly defective both headlights cracked and deteriorated @ limit (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Items removed from driver's view prior to test ()

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing also @ 3mm (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing @ limit but advise replacing soon for safety (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Rear Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. n/s slower to apply (1.2.1 (b) (i))

both dip beams on upper max marks

catalytic converter pipe corroded very thin but not yet leaking

corrosion starting rear floor but not yet to excess

n/s park brake slower to apply than o/s

side skirts fitted

slight leak from o/s/f hub oil seal

Pass 9 May 2019 74,422 miles

Offside Front Slight leak from hub seal

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

Fail 9 May 2019 74,422 miles

Offside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))

Offside Front Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Slight leak from hub seal

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

Pass 8 May 2018 64,957 miles

Nearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Front slight leak from hub seal

Fail 2 May 2018 64,953 miles

Offside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Nearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Front slight leak from hub seal

Pass 3 Mar 2017 60,644 miles

Nearside Front tyre perishing 205/70r15

Pass 19 Feb 2016 54,543 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Nearside Front tyre starting to perish

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Pass 5 Mar 2015 48,167 miles

Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 14 Mar 2014 41,868 miles

rear exhaust box corroded

Fail 14 Mar 2014 41,868 miles

Front Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

rear exhaust box corroded

Pass 19 Mar 2013 36,949 miles
Pass 8 Mar 2012 31,362 miles
Pass 21 Mar 2011 26,908 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
Full Suzuki Jimny reliability report

Don't risk it. Know before you buy.

Not all vehicle check providers are the same. Some don't offer a data guarantee, which means if their information is wrong, you're on your own. Every CarVerify report is backed by a £30,000 finance data guarantee.

£30k guarantee Instant results Cancel anytime

AO08 USE is a 2008 Suzuki Jimny in Black with a 1,298cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.2%.

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 USE, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of AO08 USE?

You can check the full history of AO08 USE by running a full vehicle check. This shows you finance, stolen, write-off, MOT history, mileage records and more.

What year was AO08 USE registered?

AO08 USE is a 2008 Suzuki Jimny, first registered on 31 March 2008.

Is AO08 USE safe to buy?

The MOT history for AO08 USE shows 21 tests with a 76.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does AO08 USE have outstanding finance?

Finance checks require a premium vehicle report. This checks against all major UK finance providers to see if there is any outstanding finance on AO08 USE. If you buy a car with outstanding finance, the finance company can repossess it.

No warranty or guarantee of accuracy is provided for any free data on this page. The data guarantee applies only to information obtained through the purchase of a full check.