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FG08 GJJ

2008 Suzuki Jimny

Grey Petrol 1328cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires15 May 2027
Tests22 (16 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate72.7%

Mileage

152,228 mi
Last recorded152,228 miles
Recorded on27 Apr 2026
Typical for 2008 Suzuki Jimny49,174 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFG08 GJJ
MakeSuzuki
ModelJimny
Year2008
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,328cc

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MOT History

16 pass 6 fail
Pass 27 Apr 2026 152,228 miles
Pass 16 May 2025 151,590 miles
Pass 26 Jan 2024 150,299 miles
Pass 10 Mar 2023 149,455 miles
Pass 1 Feb 2022 147,776 miles
Pass 17 Feb 2021 144,108 miles
Pass 18 Feb 2020 136,473 miles

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

Offside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Pass 26 Feb 2019 128,094 miles

Front Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))

Rear Exhaust mounting defective silencer (6.1.2 (a))

exhaust system corroded

Fail 19 Feb 2019 127,838 miles

Offside Front Axle king pin is loose in the axle beam (5.1.2 (d) (i))

Front Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))

Offside Rear Nail in tyre ()

Rear Exhaust mounting defective silencer (6.1.2 (a))

exhaust system corroded

Pass 16 Feb 2018 117,329 miles

Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

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)

Fail 9 Feb 2018 117,329 miles

Central Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Nearside Front Axle king pin has excessive play in pin and/or bush adversely affecting the steering (2.5.A.3a) DANGEROUS

Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

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 1 Feb 2017 104,944 miles

Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Nearside Front Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Pass 16 Feb 2016 90,439 miles

both front shock absorbers worn

both rear shock absorbers worn

Fail 16 Feb 2016 90,438 miles

Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases front pipe (7.1.2)

Exhaust system not adequately supported rear box (7.1.1)

Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively both (8.2.2)

both front shock absorbers worn

both rear shock absorbers worn

Pass 16 Feb 2015 77,105 miles
Pass 22 Feb 2014 64,507 miles

4x4 pipes corroded

Nail in nearside rear tyre

Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.C.1a)

front brake discs pitted

Fail 22 Feb 2014 64,507 miles

4x4 pipes corroded

Nail in nearside rear tyre

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.C.1a)

front brake discs pitted

Pass 28 Feb 2013 47,073 miles

4x4 pipes correded

front discs correded and pittered

gear oil leak

nail in n/s/f tread

o/s/f tyre worn on inner edge

Fail 28 Feb 2013 47,073 miles

Nearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Offside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

4x4 pipes correded

front discs correded and pittered

gear oil leak

nail in n/s/f tread

o/s/f tyre worn on inner edge

Pass 20 Feb 2012 30,187 miles
Fail 20 Feb 2012 30,187 miles

Nearside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Nearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Pass 22 Feb 2011 14,256 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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FG08 GJJ is a 2008 Suzuki Jimny in Grey with a 1,328cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.7%.

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 FG08 GJJ, 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 FG08 GJJ registered?

FG08 GJJ is a 2008 Suzuki Jimny, first registered on 28 March 2008.

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