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BN09 OLB

2009 Suzuki Jimny

Blue Petrol 1328cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires16 Nov 2026
Tests18 (15 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

86,361 mi
Last recorded86,361 miles
Recorded on17 Nov 2025
Typical for 2009 Suzuki Jimny45,753 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBN09 OLB
MakeSuzuki
ModelJimny
Year2009
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,328cc

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MOT History

15 pass 3 fail
Pass 17 Nov 2025 86,361 miles

Battery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))

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

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

Offside Rear body mount Corroded

Rear Wheel bearing has slight play both (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Fail 7 Nov 2025 86,360 miles

Nearside Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))

Nearside Rear Brake lining(s) contaminated (1.1.13 (b))

Offside Hydraulic brake cylinder leaking hydraulic fluid (1.1.16 (b) (i))

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

Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

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

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

Nearside Rear Service brake has no recorded effort at a wheel (1.2.1 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Battery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases front to middle joint bolt missing (6.1.2 (a))

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

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

Nearside Headlamp aim too low and too far to the right. (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Rear body mount Corroded

Rear Wheel bearing has slight play both (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Pass 12 Nov 2024 81,557 miles
Pass 12 Dec 2023 76,688 miles
Pass 13 Dec 2022 69,725 miles
Fail 13 Dec 2022 69,725 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 7 Dec 2021 64,816 miles
Pass 29 Dec 2020 58,634 miles
Pass 10 Mar 2020 56,252 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge on 5mm with outer edge wearing (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Service brake binding but not excessively slight (1.2.1 (f))

Prop shaft bearing has slight play rear u/j has slight play (front propshaft ) (6.1.7 (b) (i))

Pass 4 Mar 2019 52,243 miles
Pass 6 Mar 2018 47,722 miles
Pass 7 Mar 2017 43,659 miles
Pass 2 Mar 2016 39,439 miles
Pass 24 Mar 2015 34,420 miles
Pass 11 Mar 2014 29,536 miles
Fail 11 Mar 2014 29,536 miles

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

Pass 12 Mar 2013 23,479 miles
Pass 20 Mar 2012 18,100 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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BN09 OLB is a 2009 Suzuki Jimny in Blue with a 1,328cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

Across all 2009 Suzuki Jimny models, the average MOT pass rate is 81.4% with a typical mileage of 45,753 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 BN09 OLB, 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 17 years old, this Suzuki Jimny is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was BN09 OLB registered?

BN09 OLB is a 2009 Suzuki Jimny, first registered on 31 March 2009.

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