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FG58 GFU

2008 Suzuki Jimny

Grey Petrol 1328cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires17 Sep 2026
Tests18 (15 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

68,995 mi
Last recorded68,995 miles
Recorded on2 Sep 2025
Typical for 2008 Suzuki Jimny49,174 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFG58 GFU
MakeSuzuki
ModelJimny
Year2008
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,328cc

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MOT History

15 pass 3 fail
Pass 2 Sep 2025 68,995 miles

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

Oil leak, but not excessive Gearbox area (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Fail 29 Aug 2025 68,995 miles

Brake performance unable to be tested (1.2.1 (g))

Offside Front Wheel bearing has excessive play Swivel joint (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Brake pipe leaking on a hydraulic braking system Wheel cylinder area (1.1.11 (b) (ii)) DANGEROUS

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

Oil leak, but not excessive Gearbox area (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 17 Sep 2024 58,336 miles

main gearbox propshaft oil seal leaking

side steps showing corrosion on undersides

Pass 18 Sep 2023 51,163 miles
Pass 7 Nov 2022 50,729 miles

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

Headlamp lens slightly defective Both (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Pass 1 Nov 2021 49,638 miles

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

Nearside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))

Offside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))

Pass 22 Oct 2020 47,049 miles

Nearside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Lower Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))

Offside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))

Pass 7 Oct 2019 43,742 miles

Nearside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Offside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Pass 2 Oct 2018 40,791 miles

Nearside Front headlamp deteriorating slightly but not affecting headlight aim

Nearside Rear Lower Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))

Offside Front headlamp deteriorating slightly but not affecting headlight aim

Offside Rear Lower Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))

exhaust flanges corroding slightly

exhaust system has a minor blow

Pass 2 Oct 2017 37,537 miles

Nearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Nearside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

Offside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Offside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

Pass 1 Nov 2016 34,370 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp damaged but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

Offside Front Headlamp damaged but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

Pass 13 Oct 2015 30,000 miles

Offside Front Headlamp damaged but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

Offside Front tyre cracked and perished

Offside Rear tyre cracked and perished

exhaust hitting tow bar

Fail 12 Oct 2015 30,000 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

Offside Front Headlamp damaged but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

Offside Front tyre cracked and perished

Offside Rear tyre cracked and perished

exhaust hitting tow bar

Pass 15 Sep 2014 26,642 miles

Nail in nearside rear tyre

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

Pass 12 Sep 2013 22,590 miles
Pass 10 Sep 2012 19,121 miles

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Nail in nearside rear tyre

Oil leak

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

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

Fail 14 Sep 2011 15,233 miles

Nail in nearside rear tyre

Nearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Offside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

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

Pass 14 Sep 2011 15,233 miles

Nail in nearside rear tyre

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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FG58 GFU is a 2008 Suzuki Jimny in Grey with a 1,328cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 FG58 GFU, 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 FG58 GFU registered?

FG58 GFU is a 2008 Suzuki Jimny, first registered on 30 September 2008.

Is FG58 GFU safe to buy?

The MOT history for FG58 GFU shows 18 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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