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GV08 UHK

2008 Suzuki Jimny

Blue Petrol 1328cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires27 Jan 2027
Tests18 (17 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.4%

Mileage

54,049 mi
Last recorded54,049 miles
Recorded on17 Jan 2026
Typical for 2008 Suzuki Jimny49,174 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGV08 UHK
MakeSuzuki
ModelJimny
Year2008
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,328cc

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MOT History

17 pass 1 fail
Pass 17 Jan 2026 54,049 miles

Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Both perished and cracked (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

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

Nearside Rear Nail in tyre ()

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

Offside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

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

Rear Exhaust silencer corroded

Pass 22 Jan 2025 51,565 miles

Rear exhaust corroded outer skin

Pass 25 Jan 2024 50,789 miles
Pass 23 Jan 2023 49,832 miles

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

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

Pass 20 Jan 2022 49,243 miles

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

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

Pass 28 Jan 2021 48,467 miles
Pass 2 Jan 2020 47,653 miles

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

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

rear exhaust silencer outer skin deteriorating

Pass 14 Jan 2019 46,172 miles

rear exhaust silencer outer skin deteriorating

Pass 22 Dec 2017 44,637 miles

n/s wiper blade deteriorating

Pass 19 Dec 2016 43,067 miles

o/s headlamp cracked

rear exhaust silencer outer skin deteriorating

Pass 15 Jan 2016 32,743 miles
Fail 15 Jan 2016 32,741 miles

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

Offside Rear Seat belt damaged sufficient to significantly weakened the webbing (5.2.2a)

Pass 12 Sep 2014 31,642 miles
Pass 31 Jul 2014 31,640 miles
Pass 9 Oct 2013 28,415 miles
Pass 26 Oct 2012 25,120 miles
Pass 14 Apr 2012 22,375 miles
Pass 13 Apr 2011 18,215 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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GV08 UHK is a 2008 Suzuki Jimny in Blue with a 1,328cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.4%.

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 GV08 UHK, 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 GV08 UHK registered?

GV08 UHK is a 2008 Suzuki Jimny, first registered on 29 April 2008.

Is GV08 UHK safe to buy?

The MOT history for GV08 UHK shows 18 tests with a 94.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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