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BD08 VUO

2008 Suzuki Jimny

Blue Petrol 1328cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires2 Dec 2026
Tests23 (17 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate73.9%

Mileage

67,703 mi
Last recorded67,703 miles
Recorded on27 Nov 2025
Typical for 2008 Suzuki Jimny49,174 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBD08 VUO
MakeSuzuki
ModelJimny
Year2008
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,328cc

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MOT History

17 pass 6 fail
Pass 27 Nov 2025 67,703 miles
Pass 8 Nov 2024 58,705 miles
Fail 7 Nov 2024 58,662 miles

Nearside Rear Service brake effort inadequate at a wheel (1.2.1 (a) (i))

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

Pass 2 Dec 2023 50,850 miles
Pass 3 Dec 2022 46,961 miles
Pass 20 Jul 2022 46,845 miles

all underside of vehicle undersealed including all brake pipes

differential lock vacuum pipes corroded

Pass 19 Jul 2021 46,275 miles

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

Offside Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material main front to rear at rear (1.1.11 (c))

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

Pass 15 Jul 2020 45,669 miles

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material all pipes undersealed (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 16 May 2019 45,037 miles

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

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

Offside Rear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

vehicle under sealed

Fail 14 May 2019 45,037 miles

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

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

Nearside Rear Nail in tyre ()

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

Offside Rear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

vehicle under sealed

Pass 15 May 2018 44,038 miles

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

Fail 14 May 2018 44,038 miles

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside front brake binding (3.7.B.1)

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

rear exhaust bracket broken

Pass 17 May 2017 43,096 miles

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

vehicle is heavily wax oiled obstructing components

Fail 17 May 2017 43,096 miles

Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

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

vehicle is heavily wax oiled obstructing components

Pass 23 May 2016 42,214 miles

heavily under sealed obstructing some engine components and brake pipes

Fail 23 May 2016 42,213 miles

Centre Rear registration plate obscured by the towbar (6.3.1d)

heavily under sealed obstructing some engine components and brake pipes

Pass 9 Jun 2015 40,931 miles

rear exhaust corroded not blowing

under vehicle has bin wax oiled

Pass 2 Apr 2015 40,082 miles

Front Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

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

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

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

rear nearside and offside tyres perishing between treads but with no visable signs of construction

slight travel in brake pedal

Pass 7 Apr 2014 34,724 miles

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

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

advise nsf tyre worn on outer edge

Pass 11 Apr 2013 30,700 miles
Fail 11 Apr 2013 30,700 miles

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Pass 18 Apr 2012 27,084 miles
Pass 21 Jul 2011 20,032 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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BD08 VUO is a 2008 Suzuki Jimny in Blue with a 1,328cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.9%.

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 BD08 VUO, 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

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What year was BD08 VUO registered?

BD08 VUO is a 2008 Suzuki Jimny, first registered on 22 July 2008.

Is BD08 VUO safe to buy?

The MOT history for BD08 VUO shows 23 tests with a 73.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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