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FL08 HLE

2008 Suzuki Jimny

Blue Petrol 1328cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires3 Sep 2026
Tests17 (16 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.1%

Mileage

65,377 mi
Last recorded65,377 miles
Recorded on4 Sep 2025
Typical for 2008 Suzuki Jimny49,174 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFL08 HLE
MakeSuzuki
ModelJimny
Year2008
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,328cc

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MOT History

16 pass 1 fail
Pass 4 Sep 2025 65,377 miles
Pass 28 Feb 2025 64,117 miles

Rear Fuel Pipe/s corroded ()

exhaust shield loose

Pass 13 Mar 2024 60,666 miles
Pass 15 Mar 2023 57,390 miles

Front Coil spring corroded N/s and O/s (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Front Coil spring corroded N/s and O/s (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Pass 10 Mar 2022 56,294 miles
Pass 10 Mar 2021 55,225 miles
Pass 20 Mar 2020 54,410 miles

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

Pass 18 Mar 2019 53,441 miles

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

Nearside Front Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))

Offside Front Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))

Pass 7 Mar 2018 51,724 miles

Nearside front brake fluctuating, but not excessively (3.7.B.3)

Offside front brake fluctuating, but not excessively (3.7.B.3)

Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1a)

Fail 7 Mar 2018 51,724 miles

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

Nearside front brake fluctuating, but not excessively (3.7.B.3)

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

Offside front brake fluctuating, but not excessively (3.7.B.3)

Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1a)

Pass 7 Mar 2017 49,967 miles
Pass 15 Mar 2016 47,527 miles
Pass 17 Mar 2015 42,402 miles

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

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Pass 11 Mar 2014 36,281 miles
Pass 12 Mar 2013 30,840 miles
Pass 6 Mar 2012 24,847 miles
Pass 15 Mar 2011 18,745 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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FL08 HLE 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 94.1%.

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 FL08 HLE, 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

How do I check the history of FL08 HLE?

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What year was FL08 HLE registered?

FL08 HLE is a 2008 Suzuki Jimny, first registered on 28 March 2008.

Is FL08 HLE safe to buy?

The MOT history for FL08 HLE shows 17 tests with a 94.1% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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