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FM57 CPY

2008 Suzuki Jimny

Black Petrol 1298cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires18 Jan 2027
Tests22 (16 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate72.7%

Mileage

59,598 mi
Last recorded59,598 miles
Recorded on15 Jan 2026
Typical for 2008 Suzuki Jimny49,174 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFM57 CPY
MakeSuzuki
ModelJimny
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,298cc

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MOT History

16 pass 6 fail
Pass 15 Jan 2026 59,598 miles

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

Fail 15 Jan 2026 59,598 miles

Front Windscreen wiper blade missing (3.4 (b) (ii))

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

Pass 16 Jan 2025 58,496 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material on hub (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material on rear axle (1.1.11 (c))

rear seat belts not fully inspected due to load area in use

Fail 16 Jan 2025 58,496 miles

Offside Front Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Nearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material on hub (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material on rear axle (1.1.11 (c))

rear seat belts not fully inspected due to load area in use

Pass 18 Jan 2024 56,888 miles

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

Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both sides on axle (1.1.11 (c))

Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing both sides (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both sides on axle (1.1.11 (c))

Fail 15 Jan 2024 56,888 miles

Offside Front Lower Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength (5.3.6 (a) (i))

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

Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both sides on axle (1.1.11 (c))

Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing both sides (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both sides on axle (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 10 Jan 2023 54,884 miles

Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing both sides cracking on outer shoulders (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Nearside Front Outer Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing sidewall slight damage (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

rear seat belts not fully inspected due to load area in use

Pass 12 Jan 2022 52,579 miles
Fail 12 Jan 2022 52,579 miles

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

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

Pass 14 Jan 2021 50,331 miles

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

Rear both sides not fully inspected due to rear load liner fitted

Pass 15 Jan 2020 48,373 miles

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

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

Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing all four (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

exhaust rear box corroded

Pass 16 Jan 2019 45,462 miles

Rear nearside tyre outer sidewall damaged,but cords not exposed

Rear silencer outer skin corroded

Pass 11 Jan 2018 42,281 miles

Rear silencer corroded

Fail 11 Jan 2018 42,281 miles

Offside Front front brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Rear silencer corroded

Pass 17 Jan 2017 38,688 miles

Rear seat belts not fully inspected as load area in use

Pass 18 Jan 2016 34,975 miles

rear seat belts not fully inspected due to rear load area in use

Fail 12 Jan 2015 31,218 miles

Offside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 12 Jan 2015 31,218 miles
Pass 13 Jan 2014 27,852 miles
Pass 14 Jan 2013 23,600 miles
Pass 11 Jan 2012 18,255 miles
Pass 14 Jan 2011 13,775 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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FM57 CPY is a 2008 Suzuki Jimny in Black with a 1,298cc 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 FM57 CPY, 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 FM57 CPY?

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What year was FM57 CPY registered?

FM57 CPY is a 2008 Suzuki Jimny, first registered on 18 January 2008.

Is FM57 CPY safe to buy?

The MOT history for FM57 CPY 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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