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BN08 VJG

2008 Suzuki Jimny

Grey Petrol 1328cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires17 Jul 2026
Tests18 (15 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

100,922 mi
Last recorded100,922 miles
Recorded on1 Jul 2025
Typical for 2008 Suzuki Jimny49,174 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBN08 VJG
MakeSuzuki
ModelJimny
Year2008
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,328cc

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MOT History

15 pass 3 fail
Pass 1 Jul 2025 100,922 miles

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

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread cracked (0.1 (b))

Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output both require polishing (4.1.4 (b))

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

Offside Front Anti-lock braking system wheel speed sensor damaged but not excessively bolt sheared still secure (1.6 (c))

under side of vehicle covered in oil

Pass 18 Jul 2024 93,007 miles
Pass 27 Jun 2024 93,004 miles

Front Oil leak, but not excessive Differential nearside and offside (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Front Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush Nearside and offside (5.3.2 (c))

Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Nearside and offside (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

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

Oil leak, but not excessive Gearbox (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Rear Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush Nearside and offside (5.3.2 (c))

Pass 9 Jun 2022 92,200 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive gear box (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 17 Jun 2021 87,137 miles
Pass 22 Jun 2020 80,986 miles
Pass 12 Apr 2019 72,025 miles
Pass 21 Apr 2018 64,346 miles
Pass 22 Apr 2017 58,338 miles
Pass 25 Apr 2016 52,190 miles
Pass 1 May 2015 46,564 miles
Pass 4 Jun 2014 38,615 miles

Nearside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Offside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Vehicle's internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights

tailgate damaged

Fail 31 May 2014 38,614 miles

Brake performance not tested (3.7.A.1)

Nearside Front Axle swivel joint has excessive play (2.5.A.3b)

Offside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Service brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Nearside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Offside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Vehicle's internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights

tailgate damaged

nearside front axle swivel joint has excessive fluid leak

Pass 30 Apr 2013 28,920 miles

front number plate cracked

rear silencer outer skin corroded

Pass 3 May 2012 21,964 miles

Oil leak

n/s/front tyre worn on the inner shoulder

roof rack fitted

Fail 3 May 2012 21,964 miles

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

Oil leak

n/s/front tyre worn on the inner shoulder

roof rack fitted

Pass 19 May 2011 16,442 miles

Nearside Front Steering component slightly corroded but serviceable (2.2.C.1d)

Offside Front Steering component slightly corroded but serviceable (2.2.C.1d)

Oil leak

Fail 19 May 2011 16,442 miles

Nearside Front Steering component slightly corroded but serviceable (2.2.C.1d)

Offside Front Steering component slightly corroded but serviceable (2.2.C.1d)

Offside Front position lamp(s) excessively deteriorated so that it is not visible from a reasonable distance (1.1.A.3d)

Oil leak

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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BN08 VJG is a 2008 Suzuki Jimny in Grey with a 1,328cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 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 BN08 VJG, 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 BN08 VJG registered?

BN08 VJG is a 2008 Suzuki Jimny, first registered on 28 March 2008.

Is BN08 VJG safe to buy?

The MOT history for BN08 VJG shows 18 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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