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GL57 BUO

2007 Suzuki Jimny

Blue Petrol 1328cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires16 Nov 2026
Tests25 (17 pass, 8 fail)
Pass rate68%

Mileage

73,734 mi
Last recorded73,734 miles
Recorded on5 Nov 2025
Typical for 2007 Suzuki Jimny51,838 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGL57 BUO
MakeSuzuki
ModelJimny
Year2007
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,328cc

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MOT History

17 pass 8 fail
Pass 5 Nov 2025 73,734 miles

Rear chassis has slight corrosion o/s and n/s

Pass 5 Nov 2024 69,908 miles
Fail 5 Nov 2024 69,908 miles

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

Pass 9 Nov 2023 65,831 miles
Pass 1 Nov 2022 61,476 miles

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

Pass 28 Oct 2021 57,977 miles
Fail 28 Oct 2021 57,977 miles

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded to the extent that control of the vehicle is likely to be adversely affected (5.3.6 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded to the extent that control of the vehicle is likely to be adversely affected (5.3.6 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Fail 21 Oct 2021 57,952 miles

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded to the extent that control of the vehicle is likely to be adversely affected (5.3.6 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded to the extent that control of the vehicle is likely to be adversely affected (5.3.6 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Both rear seat belts not tested due to seat down

Nearside Front body mount slightly corroded

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

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

Offside Front body mount slightly corroded

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

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

Rear Exhaust back box, outer skins corroded and resting on toe bar support

Pass 29 Oct 2020 54,737 miles

1 OF 2 JETS IN THE O/S SIDE WASHER IS POOR

REAR SEAT BELTS NOT CHECKED AS REAR SEATS DOWN

REAR SILENCER IS CORRODED & LOOKS TO BE TIED UP WITH WIRE, BUT IS SECURE & NO LEAKS

Fail 28 Oct 2020 54,737 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

1 OF 2 JETS IN THE O/S SIDE WASHER IS POOR

REAR SEAT BELTS NOT CHECKED AS REAR SEATS DOWN

REAR SILENCER IS CORRODED & LOOKS TO BE TIED UP WITH WIRE, BUT IS SECURE & NO LEAKS

Pass 17 Oct 2019 51,022 miles

exhaust back box hitting tow bar

Fail 16 Oct 2019 51,022 miles

Exhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))

Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

exhaust back box hitting tow bar

Pass 30 Oct 2018 45,524 miles

rear exhaust outer skin deteriorated

Fail 25 Oct 2018 45,524 miles

Exhaust hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))

Nearside Front Lower Axle swivel pins and bushes swivel pin and/or bush excessively worn (5.1.2 (b) (i))

Offside Front Lower Axle swivel pins and bushes swivel pin and/or bush excessively worn (5.1.2 (b) (i))

Front Brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

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

rear exhaust outer skin deteriorated

Pass 18 Oct 2017 39,288 miles

rear exhaust outer skin corroding

nearside number plate light cover missing but not showing white light

Pass 20 Oct 2016 34,684 miles

nearside number plate light cover missing but not showing white light

rear exhaust outer skin deteriorated

Pass 17 Nov 2015 29,810 miles
Fail 17 Nov 2015 29,807 miles

Rear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (3.7.B.5b)

Pass 13 May 2015 25,369 miles
Pass 15 May 2014 20,030 miles
Fail 15 May 2014 20,030 miles

Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 7 Jun 2013 16,335 miles
Pass 23 Nov 2012 15,329 miles
Pass 15 Nov 2011 12,846 miles
Pass 11 Nov 2010 10,459 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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GL57 BUO is a 2007 Suzuki Jimny in Blue with a 1,328cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 25 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 68%.

Across all 2007 Suzuki Jimny models, the average MOT pass rate is 76.4% with a typical mileage of 51,838 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 GL57 BUO, 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 19 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 GL57 BUO registered?

GL57 BUO is a 2007 Suzuki Jimny, first registered on 23 November 2007.

Is GL57 BUO safe to buy?

The MOT history for GL57 BUO shows 25 tests with a 68% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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