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BX57 BZV

2008 Suzuki Jimny

Grey Petrol 1298cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires6 Aug 2026
Tests18 (16 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

69,011 mi
Last recorded69,011 miles
Recorded on31 Jul 2025
Typical for 2008 Suzuki Jimny49,174 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBX57 BZV
MakeSuzuki
ModelJimny
Year2008
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,298cc

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MOT History

16 pass 2 fail
Pass 31 Jul 2025 69,011 miles

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

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

brake servo corroded

Fail 31 Jul 2025 69,010 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect lens severely defective (4.1.2 (c))

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

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

brake servo corroded

Pass 1 Aug 2024 61,066 miles

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

Pass 1 Aug 2023 52,730 miles

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

Pass 28 Jul 2022 43,920 miles

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

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

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

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

Fail 26 Jul 2022 43,911 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))

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

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

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

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

Pass 16 Jul 2021 36,357 miles

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing 205-70-15 dot 14 (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing dot 14 (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing dot 14 (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

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

Pass 29 Jul 2020 28,959 miles
Pass 7 Aug 2019 22,645 miles
Pass 8 Jan 2019 22,410 miles
Pass 9 Jan 2018 21,887 miles
Pass 10 Jan 2017 19,438 miles
Pass 12 Jan 2016 17,241 miles
Pass 8 Jan 2015 14,189 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Pass 9 Jan 2014 11,147 miles
Pass 9 Jan 2013 9,184 miles
Pass 7 Jan 2012 7,570 miles
Pass 11 Jan 2011 5,909 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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BX57 BZV is a 2008 Suzuki Jimny in Grey with a 1,298cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

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 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 BX57 BZV, 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 BX57 BZV registered?

BX57 BZV is a 2008 Suzuki Jimny, first registered on 7 January 2008.

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