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BJ08 XXW

2008 Suzuki Jimny

Grey Petrol 1298cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 Apr 2023
Tests15 (11 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate73.3%

Mileage

38,021 mi
Last recorded38,021 miles
Recorded on7 Apr 2022
Typical for 2008 Suzuki Jimny49,174 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBJ08 XXW
MakeSuzuki
ModelJimny
Year2008
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,298cc

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MOT History

11 pass 4 fail
Pass 7 Apr 2022 38,021 miles

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

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

rear tyres have surface cracks

Pass 31 Mar 2021 35,619 miles

all tyres have surface cracks

Pass 24 Mar 2020 32,757 miles

all tyres have surface cracks

Pass 6 Mar 2019 29,749 miles
Fail 4 Mar 2019 29,733 miles

Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Front Exhaust silencer insecure (8.1.1 (b) (i))

Pass 27 Mar 2018 27,301 miles

EXhaust detereating and corroded

Nearside Steering swivel corroded slightly

Offside Front Steering swivel corroded slighty

TWO rear tyres detereating and split

Fail 26 Mar 2018 27,290 miles

front brakes release unevenly (3.7.B.4)

EXhaust detereating and corroded

Nearside Steering swivel corroded slightly

Offside Front Steering swivel corroded slighty

TWO rear tyres detereating and split

Pass 24 Feb 2017 24,248 miles
Pass 24 Feb 2016 21,532 miles
Fail 24 Feb 2016 21,532 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 20 Feb 2015 18,513 miles
Pass 28 Feb 2014 15,450 miles

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

Fail 24 Feb 2014 15,417 miles

front brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)

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

Pass 1 Mar 2013 12,514 miles
Pass 7 Feb 2012 9,326 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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BJ08 XXW is a 2008 Suzuki Jimny in Grey with a 1,298cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.3%.

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 BJ08 XXW, 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 BJ08 XXW registered?

BJ08 XXW is a 2008 Suzuki Jimny, first registered on 31 March 2008.

Is BJ08 XXW safe to buy?

The MOT history for BJ08 XXW shows 15 tests with a 73.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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