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FV08 ZJO

2008 Suzuki Jimny

Black Petrol 1328cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires6 Apr 2027
Tests15 (14 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.3%

Mileage

65,492 mi
Last recorded65,492 miles
Recorded on7 Apr 2026
Typical for 2008 Suzuki Jimny49,174 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFV08 ZJO
MakeSuzuki
ModelJimny
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,328cc

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MOT History

14 pass 1 fail
Pass 7 Apr 2026 65,492 miles

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

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

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

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

Pass 31 Mar 2025 57,038 miles
Pass 19 Mar 2024 54,251 miles
Pass 13 Mar 2023 49,579 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Offside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Pass 30 Mar 2022 46,296 miles
Pass 13 Jan 2021 44,226 miles
Pass 14 Jan 2020 43,403 miles

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

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

Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Pass 22 May 2018 43,401 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre perishing

Offside Rear Tyre perishing

Fail 5 May 2018 43,399 miles

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

Nearside Front brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

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

Offside Front brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit Tyre has a lot of age cracks (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit Tyre has a lot of age cracks (4.1.E.1)

Pass 11 Jul 2016 41,312 miles

Nearside Rear tyre perishing

Offside Rear tyre perishing

Pass 6 Jul 2015 38,283 miles
Pass 21 May 2014 35,476 miles
Pass 10 May 2013 32,675 miles

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

Pass 14 May 2012 29,184 miles
Pass 16 May 2011 22,876 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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FV08 ZJO is a 2008 Suzuki Jimny in Black with a 1,328cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.3%.

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 FV08 ZJO, 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 FV08 ZJO registered?

FV08 ZJO is a 2008 Suzuki Jimny, first registered on 28 June 2008.

Is FV08 ZJO safe to buy?

The MOT history for FV08 ZJO shows 15 tests with a 93.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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