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AV08 OZJ

2008 Suzuki Jimny

Black Petrol 1328cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires30 Mar 2027
Tests21 (17 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate81%

Mileage

129,823 mi
Last recorded129,823 miles
Recorded on31 Mar 2026
Typical for 2008 Suzuki Jimny49,174 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAV08 OZJ
MakeSuzuki
ModelJimny
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,328cc

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MOT History

17 pass 4 fail
Pass 31 Mar 2026 129,823 miles

Nearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Pass 10 Mar 2025 120,583 miles

Nearside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement trailing arm front bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

rear seats removed at time of test

Fail 10 Mar 2025 120,583 miles

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

Nearside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement trailing arm front bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Rear Exhaust emissions likely to be affected by an exhaust leak (8.2.1.1 (b))

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

rear seats removed at time of test

Pass 12 Feb 2024 110,430 miles

Nearside Front swivel axle joint slight play

Nearside Rear Passenger seat(s) missing at time of test ()

Offside Front sivel joint slight play

Offside Rear Passenger seat(s) missing at time of test ()

Rear diff noisey

Pass 3 Mar 2023 108,134 miles
Fail 21 Jan 2023 108,093 miles

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively damaged or deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt front track arm (2.1.3 (g) (ii))

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively damaged or deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt rear track arm (2.1.3 (g) (ii))

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively damaged or deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt front track arm (2.1.3 (g) (ii))

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively damaged or deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt rear track arm (2.1.3 (g) (ii))

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

Pass 22 Feb 2022 104,257 miles
Pass 10 Jan 2022 104,217 miles
Pass 7 Jan 2021 103,382 miles
Pass 27 Jan 2020 102,669 miles
Fail 27 Jan 2020 102,669 miles

Offside Rear Brake pipe leaking on a hydraulic braking system (1.1.11 (b) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 31 Jan 2019 100,240 miles
Fail 25 Jan 2019 100,235 miles

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

Pass 28 Mar 2018 97,411 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

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

Pass 27 Mar 2017 90,285 miles

Oil leak ()

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

centre and rear exhaust deteriorated

n/s/f tyre worn outter edge

Pass 18 Mar 2016 78,397 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit 1.6 (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit 1.6 (4.1.E.1)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

oil leak

Pass 19 Mar 2015 65,725 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Oil leak

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Pass 5 Mar 2014 51,935 miles

Oil leak

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

rear exhaust bracket loose

rear exhaust in poor condition

Pass 28 Mar 2013 44,181 miles

Oil leak

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

rear exhaust deteriorated

Pass 14 Mar 2012 35,419 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

n/s/f tyre worn on outter edge

Pass 28 Mar 2011 26,743 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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AV08 OZJ is a 2008 Suzuki Jimny in Black with a 1,328cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81%.

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 AV08 OZJ, 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 AV08 OZJ registered?

AV08 OZJ is a 2008 Suzuki Jimny, first registered on 31 March 2008.

Is AV08 OZJ safe to buy?

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