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AO09 LZV

2009 Suzuki Jimny

Black Petrol 1328cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires15 Jun 2027
Tests19 (15 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate78.9%

Mileage

130,509 mi
Last recorded130,509 miles
Recorded on16 Jun 2026
Typical for 2009 Suzuki Jimny45,753 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAO09 LZV
MakeSuzuki
ModelJimny
Year2009
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,328cc

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MOT History

15 pass 4 fail
Pass 16 Jun 2026 130,509 miles
Fail 1 Apr 2026 130,454 miles

Front Bumper damaged and likely to cause injury when grazed or contacted (6.1.4 (a) (i))

Front Bumper insecure (6.1.4 (a) (i))

Front Registration plate inscription illegible (0.1 (b))

Nearside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Offside Front Body component insecure wheel arch (6.2.1 (a) (i))

Pass 7 Apr 2025 113,495 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Fail 31 Mar 2025 113,495 miles

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

Power steering malfunctioning (2.1.5 (a))

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

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 21 Mar 2024 110,074 miles
Fail 21 Mar 2024 110,072 miles

Front Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 1 (1.2.1 (b) (i))

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

Pass 1 Apr 2023 107,416 miles

hand brake travel

Fail 31 Mar 2023 107,414 miles

Offside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

hand brake travel

Pass 14 Mar 2022 103,956 miles

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

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

n/s head lamp has deflector missing

Pass 15 Mar 2021 98,605 miles
Pass 16 Mar 2020 87,861 miles
Pass 11 Mar 2019 76,315 miles
Pass 19 Mar 2018 67,137 miles
Pass 20 Mar 2017 55,583 miles
Pass 14 Mar 2016 44,471 miles
Pass 16 Mar 2015 33,347 miles
Pass 5 Mar 2014 28,547 miles
Pass 11 Mar 2013 23,880 miles

front brake discs corroded

Pass 12 Mar 2012 17,636 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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AO09 LZV is a 2009 Suzuki Jimny in Black with a 1,328cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.9%.

Across all 2009 Suzuki Jimny models, the average MOT pass rate is 81.4% with a typical mileage of 45,753 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 AO09 LZV, 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 17 years old, this Suzuki Jimny is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was AO09 LZV registered?

AO09 LZV is a 2009 Suzuki Jimny, first registered on 31 March 2009.

Is AO09 LZV safe to buy?

The MOT history for AO09 LZV shows 19 tests with a 78.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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