MOT Status
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152,228 miSignificantly above average — investigate
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Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
Offside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
Front Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))
Rear Exhaust mounting defective silencer (6.1.2 (a))
exhaust system corroded
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
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)
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)
Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
Nearside Front Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
both front shock absorbers worn
both rear shock absorbers worn
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
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
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
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
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
Nearside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
Nearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
How Reliable is the Suzuki Jimny?
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Top MOT Failure Points
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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.
Is FG08 GJJ safe to buy?
The MOT history for FG08 GJJ shows 22 tests with a 72.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.
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