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GP57 XKE

2008 Suzuki Jimny

Grey Petrol 1328cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires28 Jun 2027
Tests21 (16 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate76.2%

Mileage

113,704 mi
Last recorded113,704 miles
Recorded on29 Jun 2026
Typical for 2008 Suzuki Jimny49,174 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGP57 XKE
MakeSuzuki
ModelJimny
Year2008
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,328cc

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MOT History

16 pass 5 fail
Pass 29 Jun 2026 113,704 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

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

Nearside Front Service brake grabbing slightly (1.2.1 (c))

Rear exhaust tail pipe missing

Fail 29 Jun 2026 113,704 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

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

Nearside Front Service brake grabbing slightly (1.2.1 (c))

Offside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Rear exhaust tail pipe missing

Pass 27 Jun 2025 111,739 miles
Fail 19 Jun 2025 111,664 miles

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

Nearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))

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

Offside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))

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

Nearside Rear Vehicle structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security (6.2.2 (d) (i))

Pass 21 Jun 2024 110,214 miles
Pass 18 Apr 2023 105,994 miles

Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Fail 12 Apr 2023 105,994 miles

Exhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))

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

Offside Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced inner sill (7.1.1 (a) (i))

Offside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive inner sill (7.1.1 (a) (i))

Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 12 Apr 2022 105,130 miles

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

Offside Front body mounting area corroded

Pass 8 Mar 2021 104,468 miles

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

Vehicles internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights

exhaust heat shield loose/rattling.

wiper blades worn.

Pass 11 Dec 2019 96,542 miles

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

Vehicles internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights

Fail 11 Dec 2019 96,542 miles

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

Nearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Vehicles internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights

Pass 2 Jan 2019 89,165 miles

Passenger seat(s) missing at time of test

Pass 4 Jan 2018 82,256 miles
Pass 3 Jan 2017 77,775 miles
Fail 3 Jan 2017 77,775 miles

Nearside Front Axle swivel joint has excessive play (2.5.A.3b)

Pass 5 Jan 2016 70,404 miles

Centre Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases rear backbox (7.1.2)

Pass 5 Jan 2015 63,587 miles

Corrosion on rear exhaust box

Pass 6 Jan 2014 56,501 miles

exhaust back box corroded

front prop shaft boot leaking

Pass 8 Jan 2013 47,462 miles

Nearside Rear Seat belt damaged but not affecting the operation of the belt (5.2.2a)

Pass 9 Jan 2012 38,955 miles
Pass 10 Jan 2011 29,904 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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GP57 XKE is a 2008 Suzuki Jimny in Grey with a 1,328cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.2%.

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 GP57 XKE, 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 GP57 XKE registered?

GP57 XKE is a 2008 Suzuki Jimny, first registered on 10 January 2008.

Is GP57 XKE safe to buy?

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