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FL08 XWY

2008 Suzuki Jimny

Grey Petrol 1298cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Sep 2016
Tests6 (5 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

138,636 mi
Last recorded138,636 miles
Recorded on10 Sep 2015
Typical for 2008 Suzuki Jimny49,174 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFL08 XWY
MakeSuzuki
ModelJimny
Year2008
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,298cc

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MOT History

5 pass 1 fail
Pass 10 Sep 2015 138,636 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Pass 29 Sep 2014 133,913 miles

Front Anti-roll bar has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

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

Offside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

advise - rear exhaust silencer outer skin deteriorating/corrosion

Pass 5 Apr 2013 113,089 miles
Pass 14 Apr 2012 98,932 miles
Pass 25 Mar 2011 74,247 miles
Fail 18 Mar 2011 74,202 miles

Offside Front Axle swivel joint has excessive play (2.5.A.3b)

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 XWY is a 2008 Suzuki Jimny in Grey with a 1,298cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 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 FL08 XWY, 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 FL08 XWY registered?

FL08 XWY is a 2008 Suzuki Jimny, first registered on 11 April 2008.

Is FL08 XWY safe to buy?

The MOT history for FL08 XWY shows 6 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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