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GJ08 FKD

2008 Suzuki Jimny

Red Petrol 1328cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires16 Apr 2027
Tests22 (17 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate77.3%

Mileage

158,941 mi
Last recorded158,941 miles
Recorded on17 Apr 2026
Typical for 2008 Suzuki Jimny49,174 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGJ08 FKD
MakeSuzuki
ModelJimny
Year2008
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,328cc

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MOT History

17 pass 5 fail
Pass 17 Apr 2026 158,941 miles

Front Vehicle structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security NS+OS previous repair shown , covered by body under sealant (6.2.2 (d) (i))

Offside Front Outer Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Rear Coil spring corroded NS+OS (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Pass 30 Jul 2025 153,274 miles

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

Front to rear fuel pipes corroded .

Nearside Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Corroded and holed by body mount behind front wheel . (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Nearside Rear Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Corroded and holed by body mounting . (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Offside Front Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Offside Rear Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Corroded and large holes by body mounting . (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive Engine . (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material All pipes on axle corroded . (1.1.11 (c))

Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Rear Oil leak, but not excessive Differential seal area . (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Fail 28 Jul 2025 153,272 miles

Offside Rear Position lamp showing white light to the rear (4.2.3 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength Corroded and holed on panhard rod mounting . (5.3.6 (a) (i))

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

Front to rear fuel pipes corroded .

Nearside Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Corroded and holed by body mount behind front wheel . (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Nearside Rear Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Corroded and holed by body mounting . (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Offside Front Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Offside Rear Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Corroded and large holes by body mounting . (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive Engine . (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material All pipes on axle corroded . (1.1.11 (c))

Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Rear Oil leak, but not excessive Differential seal area . (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 24 Jul 2024 146,907 miles

corrosion to body near rear mounts in rear wheel arches

corrosion to front floor both side near outriggers

minor exhaust leak at rear joint

rigid brake pipes on rear axle corroded

Fail 19 Jul 2024 146,907 miles

Nearside Front Vehicle structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting outrigger under footwell (6.2.2 (d) (i))

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Front Vehicle structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting outrigger under footwell (6.2.2 (d) (i))

Hazard warning switch faulty (4.4.2 (a) (i))

Nearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

corrosion to body near rear mounts in rear wheel arches

corrosion to front floor both side near outriggers

minor exhaust leak at rear joint

rigid brake pipes on rear axle corroded

Pass 20 Jul 2023 142,122 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases flange joint area very slight (6.1.2 (a))

Rear Prop shaft joint worn, but not excessively rear most uj very slight and slight weep rear diff pinion areas (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Fail 20 Jul 2023 142,122 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Rear Stop lamp(s) lens defective such that the emitted light is adversely affected (4.3.1 (b) (ii))

Position lamp has a product on the lens or light source which shows white light to the rear (4.2.3 (b) (ii))

Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases flange joint area very slight (6.1.2 (a))

Rear Prop shaft joint worn, but not excessively rear most uj very slight and slight weep rear diff pinion areas (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Pass 28 Jul 2022 134,171 miles
Fail 27 Jul 2022 134,171 miles

Nearside Front Outer Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced BODY MOUTING (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Offside Front Outer Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced BODY MOUNTS (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Offside Rear Registration plate lamp missing in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Pass 2 Jun 2021 122,814 miles

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

Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 8 Jun 2020 112,956 miles
Pass 8 Nov 2019 108,684 miles
Pass 9 Nov 2018 95,246 miles

Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 3 Nov 2017 82,239 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre; slightly perished

Offside Front coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Rear coil spring corroded Both (2.4.C.1b)

Pass 4 Nov 2016 69,126 miles

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

Nearside Rear Tyre; slightly perished

Offside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin appears to be very close on 1.5mm min limit (3.5.1g)

Pass 12 Nov 2015 55,814 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre; slightly perrished

Rear silencer quite rusty

Pass 14 Nov 2014 42,127 miles
Pass 15 Mar 2014 39,558 miles

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

nearside rear tyre cracking in tread area but not exposing cords

Fail 15 Mar 2014 39,558 miles

Offside Rear Body has a sharp edge caused by damage (6.1.C.1)

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

nearside rear tyre cracking in tread area but not exposing cords

Pass 16 Mar 2013 33,564 miles
Pass 10 Mar 2012 28,697 miles

rear differential has slight bearing noise

Pass 9 Mar 2011 22,316 miles

Nail in nearside front tyre

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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GJ08 FKD is a 2008 Suzuki Jimny in Red with a 1,328cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.3%.

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 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 GJ08 FKD, 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.

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GJ08 FKD is a 2008 Suzuki Jimny, first registered on 20 March 2008.

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