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FY08 XUT

2008 Suzuki Jimny

Grey Petrol 1328cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires23 Mar 2027
Tests17 (16 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.1%

Mileage

94,411 mi
Last recorded94,411 miles
Recorded on24 Mar 2026
Typical for 2008 Suzuki Jimny49,174 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFY08 XUT
MakeSuzuki
ModelJimny
Year2008
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,328cc

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MOT History

16 pass 1 fail
Pass 24 Mar 2026 94,411 miles

Stop lamp(s) non-obligatory stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view Small stone chips (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 6 Jan 2025 93,677 miles

High level stop lamp not working

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 14 Dec 2023 89,742 miles
Fail 8 Dec 2023 89,714 miles

Brake pipe excessively corroded front to rear (1.1.11 (c))

Rear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Pass 16 Dec 2022 85,673 miles

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

Pass 6 Jan 2022 83,376 miles

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

Pass 8 Feb 2021 82,235 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))

Pass 12 Feb 2020 80,044 miles

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

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

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

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

Pass 28 Feb 2019 77,085 miles
Pass 8 Mar 2018 73,841 miles
Pass 15 Mar 2017 68,005 miles
Pass 1 Mar 2016 63,166 miles
Pass 16 Mar 2015 54,824 miles
Pass 12 Mar 2014 45,825 miles
Pass 5 Mar 2013 36,048 miles
Pass 1 Mar 2012 27,200 miles
Pass 1 Mar 2011 19,613 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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FY08 XUT is a 2008 Suzuki Jimny in Grey 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 FY08 XUT, 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 FY08 XUT registered?

FY08 XUT is a 2008 Suzuki Jimny, first registered on 31 March 2008.

Is FY08 XUT safe to buy?

The MOT history for FY08 XUT 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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