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CA08 WHH

2008 Suzuki Jimny

Black Petrol 1328cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires25 Feb 2027
Tests17 (16 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.1%

Mileage

153,291 mi
Last recorded153,291 miles
Recorded on24 Feb 2026
Typical for 2008 Suzuki Jimny49,174 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationCA08 WHH
MakeSuzuki
ModelJimny
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,328cc

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MOT History

16 pass 1 fail
Pass 24 Feb 2026 153,291 miles

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

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

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

Nearside Rear Vehicle structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security bump stop area (6.2.2 (d) (i))

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

Offside Rear Vehicle structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security bump stop area (6.2.2 (d) (i))

Pass 24 Feb 2025 145,518 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases catalyst to centre join (6.1.2 (a))

Nearside Front Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced near base of headlight (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Offside Front Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced near base of headlight (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Pass 2 Feb 2024 140,871 miles

Central Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 16 Feb 2023 138,009 miles
Pass 26 Feb 2022 134,341 miles
Pass 21 Jun 2021 132,781 miles
Pass 10 Jun 2020 131,023 miles
Pass 11 Jun 2019 121,603 miles
Pass 18 Jun 2018 112,338 miles

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

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

Fail 11 Jun 2018 112,295 miles

Exhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))

Exhaust emissions likely to be affected by an exhaust leak (8.2.1.1 (b))

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

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

Pass 6 Jun 2017 103,862 miles
Pass 7 Jun 2016 94,222 miles

Centre Exhaust bracket broken

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

Pass 8 Jun 2015 83,970 miles

offside front tyre feathering on inner edge

Pass 9 Jun 2014 73,742 miles
Pass 14 Jun 2013 63,302 miles
Pass 12 Jun 2012 52,942 miles

Oil leak

oil leak from gearbox

Pass 11 Jun 2011 36,947 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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CA08 WHH is a 2008 Suzuki Jimny in Black with a 1,328cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.1%.

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 CA08 WHH, 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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CA08 WHH is a 2008 Suzuki Jimny, first registered on 27 June 2008.

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