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FG58 MDZ

2008 Suzuki Jimny

Blue Petrol 1328cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires25 Nov 2026
Tests17 (15 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.2%

Mileage

68,916 mi
Last recorded68,916 miles
Recorded on26 Nov 2025
Typical for 2008 Suzuki Jimny49,174 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFG58 MDZ
MakeSuzuki
ModelJimny
Year2008
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,328cc

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MOT History

15 pass 2 fail
Pass 26 Nov 2025 68,916 miles

Aux and fan belt cracking

Front Coil spring corroded Both sides (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Slight play in wheel possibly shims

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

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

Offside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Oil leak, but not excessive Transfer box leaking slightly (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Rear Suspension component pin or bush slightly worn Shock absorber bushes on both sides (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Fail 14 Nov 2025 68,905 miles

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

Aux and fan belt cracking

Front Coil spring corroded Both sides (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Slight play in wheel possibly shims

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

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

Offside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Oil leak, but not excessive Transfer box leaking slightly (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Rear Suspension component pin or bush slightly worn Shock absorber bushes on both sides (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 17 Jun 2024 68,811 miles

Front Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Pass 29 Jun 2023 64,334 miles

Nearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

transmission oil leaks .......

Pass 8 Jun 2022 59,325 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive rear oil seal gearbox (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 15 Jun 2021 54,988 miles

Nearside Front Nail in tyre ()

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

Fail 15 Jun 2021 54,988 miles

Nearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Nail in tyre ()

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

Pass 3 Aug 2020 49,669 miles

Rear gearbox oil leak

Pass 26 Jul 2019 42,195 miles

4WD pipes corroded

Items removed from driver's view prior to test ()

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

Pass 9 Aug 2018 33,521 miles
Pass 7 Aug 2017 24,340 miles
Pass 2 Aug 2016 16,861 miles
Pass 24 Aug 2015 13,157 miles
Pass 23 Sep 2014 11,491 miles
Pass 24 Sep 2013 10,228 miles
Pass 27 Sep 2012 8,823 miles
Pass 29 Sep 2011 7,792 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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FG58 MDZ is a 2008 Suzuki Jimny in Blue with a 1,328cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.2%.

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 MDZ, 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 FG58 MDZ registered?

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

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