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CV08 HJJ

2008 Suzuki Jimny

Red Petrol 1328cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires26 Nov 2026
Tests20 (16 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

82,251 mi
Last recorded82,251 miles
Recorded on24 Nov 2025
Typical for 2008 Suzuki Jimny49,174 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationCV08 HJJ
MakeSuzuki
ModelJimny
Year2008
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,328cc

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MOT History

16 pass 4 fail
Pass 24 Nov 2025 82,251 miles

advise sill covers fitted

advise undersealing

Pass 18 Nov 2024 80,743 miles

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

advise corrosion on both front inner wings

advise sill covers fitted

advise slight play in off side swivel housing

Pass 27 Nov 2023 76,413 miles

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

Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced rear chassis (6.1.1 (c) (i))

advise sill covers fitted

advise under sealing

Fail 23 Nov 2023 76,334 miles

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

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

Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced rear chassis (6.1.1 (c) (i))

advise sill covers fitted

advise under sealing

Pass 26 Oct 2022 70,756 miles

Offside Front Axle swivel pins and bushes swivel pin and/or bush slightly worn (5.1.2 (b) (i))

advise sill covers fitted

advise undersealing

Fail 18 Oct 2022 70,729 miles

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

Offside Front Axle swivel pins and bushes swivel pin and/or bush slightly worn (5.1.2 (b) (i))

advise sill covers fitted

advise undersealing

Pass 21 Oct 2021 67,398 miles

advise off side front swivel joint play

Fail 12 Oct 2021 67,261 miles

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

advise off side front swivel joint play

Pass 21 Oct 2020 61,464 miles

Offside Axle swivel pins and bushes swivel pin and/or bush slightly worn (5.1.2 (b) (i))

advise sill covers fitted

Pass 22 Oct 2019 58,319 miles

Central Integral body structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security (6.2.2 (d) (i))

Offside Front Axle swivel pins and bushes swivel pin and/or bush slightly worn (5.1.2 (b) (i))

Fail 18 Oct 2019 58,285 miles

Nearside Front Axle swivel pins and bushes swivel pin and/or bush excessively worn (5.1.2 (b) (i))

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Central Integral body structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security (6.2.2 (d) (i))

Offside Front Axle swivel pins and bushes swivel pin and/or bush slightly worn (5.1.2 (b) (i))

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

Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both rear tyres (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 1 Oct 2018 52,198 miles
Pass 29 Sep 2017 43,745 miles

Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

can not check all items due to locations and covers etc

Pass 2 Mar 2017 42,666 miles

Front Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement Both (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 1 Mar 2016 23,925 miles

Centre Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 4 Mar 2015 34,561 miles
Pass 7 Mar 2014 30,340 miles
Pass 2 Mar 2013 26,589 miles
Pass 28 Feb 2012 22,779 miles
Pass 4 Mar 2011 18,386 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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CV08 HJJ is a 2008 Suzuki Jimny in Red with a 1,328cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 CV08 HJJ, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was CV08 HJJ registered?

CV08 HJJ is a 2008 Suzuki Jimny, first registered on 7 March 2008.

Is CV08 HJJ safe to buy?

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