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AP08 USL

2008 Suzuki Jimny

Grey Petrol 1328cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires27 Apr 2027
Tests17 (15 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.2%

Mileage

46,737 mi
Last recorded46,737 miles
Recorded on27 Apr 2026
Typical for 2008 Suzuki Jimny49,174 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAP08 USL
MakeSuzuki
ModelJimny
Year2008
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,328cc

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MOT History

15 pass 2 fail
Pass 27 Apr 2026 46,737 miles

rear exhaust silencer corroded

Fail 27 Apr 2026 46,737 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

rear exhaust silencer corroded

Pass 26 Apr 2025 43,390 miles

rear exhaust silencer corroded

Pass 20 Apr 2024 37,470 miles

Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 28 Apr 2023 32,375 miles
Pass 22 Apr 2022 29,065 miles

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

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

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

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

Pass 1 Apr 2021 24,055 miles
Pass 7 Mar 2020 19,895 miles
Pass 17 Oct 2018 14,269 miles
Fail 17 Oct 2018 14,263 miles

Rear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Pass 19 Oct 2017 11,644 miles
Pass 31 Oct 2016 11,038 miles
Pass 9 Nov 2015 10,498 miles
Pass 10 Oct 2014 9,190 miles
Pass 5 Nov 2013 8,031 miles
Pass 9 Nov 2012 6,672 miles
Pass 10 Nov 2011 4,820 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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AP08 USL is a 2008 Suzuki Jimny in Grey with a 1,328cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.2%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

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 AP08 USL, 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 AP08 USL registered?

AP08 USL is a 2008 Suzuki Jimny, first registered on 15 July 2008.

Is AP08 USL safe to buy?

The MOT history for AP08 USL shows 17 tests with a 88.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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