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CP08 YCY

2008 Suzuki Jimny

Black Petrol 1328cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Apr 2025
Tests20 (13 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate65%

Mileage

113,727 mi
Last recorded113,727 miles
Recorded on24 Apr 2025
Typical for 2008 Suzuki Jimny49,174 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationCP08 YCY
MakeSuzuki
ModelJimny
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,328cc

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MOT History

13 pass 7 fail
Fail 24 Apr 2025 113,727 miles

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

Exhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))

Exhaust carbon monoxide content at idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))

Exhaust hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength chassis 2 places (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Service brake efficiency below requirements (1.2.2 (a) (i))

Pass 23 Apr 2024 111,514 miles
Pass 20 Feb 2023 110,349 miles
Fail 15 Feb 2023 110,340 miles

Brake lever has insufficient reserve travel (1.1.2 (a))

Nearside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn trailing arm x12 (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength (5.3.6 (a) (i))

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

Offside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn trailing arm x2 (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength (5.3.6 (a) (i))

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

Pass 22 Feb 2022 106,651 miles

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

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))

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

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

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Pass 11 Mar 2021 101,706 miles

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

Fail 8 Feb 2021 101,682 miles

Nearside Front Integral body structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting x2 (6.2.2 (d) (i))

Offside Front Integral body structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting (6.2.2 (d) (i))

Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Pass 4 Mar 2020 97,701 miles
Fail 4 Mar 2020 97,701 miles

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

Pass 7 Mar 2019 91,832 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 15 Sep 2018 89,563 miles

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

Front Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))

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

Fail 13 Sep 2018 89,563 miles

Emissions not tested (8.2.1.2 (d))

Nearside Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))

Rear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

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

Front Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))

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

Pass 2 Jul 2016 80,030 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

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

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 27 Jun 2015 68,234 miles
Pass 5 Jul 2014 56,285 miles

Offside Front Front suspension has slight movement at a tie bar joint (2.5.A.1c)

Pass 5 Jul 2013 44,630 miles
Pass 3 Jul 2012 33,031 miles
Fail 3 Jul 2012 33,031 miles

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Fail 9 Jul 2011 21,623 miles

Offside Headlamp aim too high and too far to the right. (1.8)

Pass 9 Jul 2011 21,623 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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CP08 YCY is a 2008 Suzuki Jimny in Black with a 1,328cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 65%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 CP08 YCY, 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 CP08 YCY registered?

CP08 YCY is a 2008 Suzuki Jimny, first registered on 18 July 2008.

Is CP08 YCY safe to buy?

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