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BN59 YWY

2009 Suzuki Jimny

Black Petrol 1328cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Jan 2026
Tests15 (13 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate86.7%

Mileage

85,657 mi
Last recorded85,657 miles
Recorded on16 Jan 2025
Typical for 2009 Suzuki Jimny45,753 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBN59 YWY
MakeSuzuki
ModelJimny
Year2009
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,328cc

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MOT History

13 pass 2 fail
Pass 16 Jan 2025 85,657 miles

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

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

Coil spring corroded All four (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases Middle & Rear deteriorated/corroded (6.1.2 (a))

Front Anti-roll bar corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

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

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

Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive o/s & n/s chassis (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Headlamp lens slightly defective o/s & n/s (4.1.1 (b) (i))

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

Nearside Rear Body mount prescribed area corroded/holed

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

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

Offside Rear Body mount prescribed area corroded/holed

Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive o/s & n/s chassis (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Pass 17 Jan 2024 77,591 miles

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

Coolant residue around radiator

Exhaust system slightly deteriorated/corroded

Nearside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 3mm (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Offside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Pass 16 Jan 2023 73,112 miles

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

Nearside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Offside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

exhaust system slightly deteriorated

Pass 18 Jan 2022 68,254 miles

All brake pipes covered by grease

Front Coil spring corroded o/s & n/s (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Rear Exhaust silencer slightly deteriorated/corroded

Pass 21 Jan 2021 62,956 miles
Pass 21 Jan 2020 58,824 miles

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material all front and rear (1.1.11 (c))

Coil spring corroded all 4 (5.3.1 (b) (i))

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

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

Offside Rear Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))

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

Pass 28 Jan 2019 51,205 miles
Fail 25 Jan 2019 51,205 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords In tread. (5.2.3 (d) (i))

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

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

Nearside Front Valve stem seriously damaged Perished. (5.2.3 (j)) DANGEROUS

Central Exhaust heat shield insecure.

Items removed from driver's view prior to test ()

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2.8mm. (5.2.3 (e))

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

Pass 12 Sep 2017 37,098 miles
Pass 5 Sep 2016 31,320 miles
Pass 16 Sep 2015 27,907 miles
Pass 10 Sep 2014 22,749 miles

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

Fail 10 Sep 2014 22,749 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)

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

Pass 20 Sep 2013 18,387 miles
Pass 25 Sep 2012 13,872 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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BN59 YWY is a 2009 Suzuki Jimny in Black with a 1,328cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 86.7%.

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 BN59 YWY, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was BN59 YWY registered?

BN59 YWY is a 2009 Suzuki Jimny, first registered on 29 September 2009.

Is BN59 YWY safe to buy?

The MOT history for BN59 YWY shows 15 tests with a 86.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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