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HJ09 ZZS

2009 Suzuki Jimny

Red Petrol 1298cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 May 2026
Tests15 (13 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate86.7%

Mileage

32,913 mi
Last recorded32,913 miles
Recorded on13 May 2025
Typical for 2009 Suzuki Jimny45,753 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHJ09 ZZS
MakeSuzuki
ModelJimny
Year2009
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,298cc

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MOT History

13 pass 2 fail
Pass 13 May 2025 32,913 miles

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

Coil spring corroded All Four (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Fail 9 May 2025 32,898 miles

Emissions unable to be completed co to high (8.2.1.2 (d))

Nearside Side repeater not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

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

Coil spring corroded All Four (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

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

Offside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

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

Pass 26 Apr 2024 32,010 miles

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

Nearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

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

Offside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

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

Pass 27 Apr 2023 31,006 miles
Pass 29 Apr 2022 29,733 miles

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

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

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

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

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

Pass 14 Oct 2020 26,760 miles

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

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Worn on both edges (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

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

Pass 14 Oct 2019 24,218 miles

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

Pass 9 Oct 2018 21,269 miles

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

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

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

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 19 Oct 2017 18,973 miles

Nearside Front Tyre cracking in thread

Nearside Front Tyre wearing on outer edge

Nearside Rear Tyre cracking in thread

Offside Front Tyre cracking in thread

Offside Rear Tyre cracking in thread

Pass 30 Sep 2016 17,514 miles

Nearside Front Tyre Perished and Cracking

Nearside Front Tyre Wearing Outside Edge

Nearside Rear Tyre Perished and Cracking

Offside Front Tyre Perished and Cracking

Offside Rear Tyre Perished and Cracking

Pass 7 Sep 2015 15,555 miles

Nearside Front tyre wearing on outer edge

oil leak from gearbox

Pass 12 Sep 2014 13,986 miles

Oil leak

Pass 13 Sep 2013 12,269 miles

Serious oil leak from rear of gear box (Oil seal)

Fail 6 Sep 2013 12,265 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

Serious oil leak from rear of gear box (Oil seal)

Pass 29 Aug 2012 10,553 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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HJ09 ZZS is a 2009 Suzuki Jimny in Red with a 1,298cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 86.7%.

Across all 2009 Suzuki Jimny models, the average MOT pass rate is 81.4% with a typical mileage of 45,753 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 HJ09 ZZS, 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 17 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 HJ09 ZZS registered?

HJ09 ZZS is a 2009 Suzuki Jimny, first registered on 25 March 2009.

Is HJ09 ZZS safe to buy?

The MOT history for HJ09 ZZS shows 15 tests with a 86.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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