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HJ08 UMF

2008 Suzuki AN400

Black Petrol 385cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires3 Sep 2026
Tests17 (13 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate76.5%

Mileage

22,707 mi
Last recorded22,707 miles
Recorded on4 Sep 2025
Typical for 2008 Suzuki AN40015,780 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHJ08 UMF
MakeSuzuki
ModelAN400
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine385cc

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MOT History

13 pass 4 fail
Pass 4 Sep 2025 22,707 miles

Front Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Fail 3 Sep 2025 22,707 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.0 mm thick (1.1.13 (a)) DANGEROUS

Front Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Pass 4 Sep 2024 20,974 miles

Front Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 30 Aug 2023 19,465 miles

Front Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Fail 29 Aug 2023 19,465 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.0 mm thick (1.1.13 (a)) DANGEROUS

Stop lamp does not illuminate by the operation of both brake controls REAR BRAKE LEVER NOT OPERATING STOP LAMP. (4.3.2 (a) (iii)) DANGEROUS

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

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Front Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Pass 26 Jan 2022 15,821 miles

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

Front Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Pass 20 Feb 2021 13,375 miles

Front Valve stem slightly damaged (5.2.3 (j))

Pass 15 Feb 2020 10,743 miles

Front Valve stem slightly damaged (5.2.3 (j))

Fail 8 Feb 2020 10,737 miles

Front Wheel bearing rough when rotated (5.1.3 (b) (i))

Front Valve stem slightly damaged (5.2.3 (j))

Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Pass 16 Feb 2019 10,101 miles
Pass 20 Feb 2018 8,796 miles
Pass 3 Jul 2017 8,724 miles
Fail 24 Jun 2017 8,724 miles

Nearside Front Brake cylinder severely corroded (3.2.B1b)

Offside Front Brake cylinder severely corroded (3.2.B1b)

Pass 23 May 2015 8,677 miles
Pass 23 May 2014 5,497 miles
Pass 17 May 2013 5,178 miles
Pass 22 Feb 2012 4,091 miles

How Reliable is the Suzuki AN400?

Based on 31,696 MOT tests across 2,780 vehicles.

87.6%
Pass Rate
786
Miles/Year
27
Year Lifespan
2,780
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 563
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 396
Roller brake test indicates a binding brake 220
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 180
wheel bearings are excessively rough 145
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HJ08 UMF is a 2008 Suzuki AN400 in Black with a 385cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.5%.

Across all 2008 Suzuki AN400 models, the average MOT pass rate is 84.6% with a typical mileage of 15,780 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 AN400 fails its MOT is tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm, accounting for 563 recorded failures. If you're considering buying HJ08 UMF, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Suzuki AN400 typically stays on UK roads for around 27 years. At 18 years old, this Suzuki AN400 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was HJ08 UMF registered?

HJ08 UMF is a 2008 Suzuki AN400, first registered on 1 March 2008.

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