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GJ58 VKM

2008 Suzuki Jimny

Red Petrol 1328cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 Apr 2023
Tests18 (11 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate61.1%

Mileage

65,654 mi
Last recorded65,654 miles
Recorded on13 Apr 2022
Typical for 2008 Suzuki Jimny49,174 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGJ58 VKM
MakeSuzuki
ModelJimny
Year2008
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,328cc

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MOT History

11 pass 7 fail
Pass 13 Apr 2022 65,654 miles

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

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

Pass 24 Mar 2021 60,251 miles

Exhaust tailpipe outer skin corroded and tatty

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Cracks starting between tread blocks, not deep enough to reach cords (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Cracks starting between tread blocks, not deep enough to reach cords (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Fail 23 Mar 2021 60,251 miles

Offside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Exhaust tailpipe outer skin corroded and tatty

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Cracks starting between tread blocks, not deep enough to reach cords (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Cracks starting between tread blocks, not deep enough to reach cords (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 20 May 2020 54,488 miles
Fail 20 May 2020 54,485 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing slight perishing / cracking present between tread. (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 22 Mar 2019 47,866 miles
Fail 22 Mar 2019 47,866 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Pass 15 Mar 2018 42,991 miles
Pass 6 Apr 2017 40,479 miles
Fail 5 Apr 2017 40,478 miles

Nearside front brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Fail 24 Mar 2017 40,305 miles

Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)

Nearside front brake binding (3.7.B.1)

front brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)

Pass 16 Mar 2016 38,723 miles
Fail 16 Mar 2016 38,723 miles

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

Nearside front brake binding (3.7.B.1)

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

Pass 20 Mar 2015 36,136 miles
Pass 31 Mar 2014 32,623 miles
Fail 31 Mar 2014 32,623 miles

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

Pass 18 Mar 2013 29,678 miles
Pass 3 Apr 2012 26,855 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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GJ58 VKM is a 2008 Suzuki Jimny in Red with a 1,328cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 61.1%.

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 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 GJ58 VKM, 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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What year was GJ58 VKM registered?

GJ58 VKM is a 2008 Suzuki Jimny, first registered on 29 September 2008.

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