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HJ59 UGK

2009 Suzuki Jimny

Black Petrol 1328cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires21 Aug 2026
Tests17 (14 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate82.4%

Mileage

136,894 mi
Last recorded136,894 miles
Recorded on22 Aug 2025
Typical for 2009 Suzuki Jimny45,753 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHJ59 UGK
MakeSuzuki
ModelJimny
Year2009
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,328cc

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MOT History

14 pass 3 fail
Pass 22 Aug 2025 136,894 miles

Nearside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

Offside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

Pass 25 Sep 2024 126,261 miles
Pass 21 Aug 2023 113,838 miles

Nearside Rear Lower Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))

Offside Rear Lower Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))

Fail 21 Aug 2023 113,838 miles

Nearside Rear Lower Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))

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

Offside Rear Lower Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))

Pass 26 Aug 2022 99,613 miles

All position lamps slightly affected by the operation of another lamp (4.2.3 (c))

Both front cv swivel joints leaking a small amount of grease

Nearside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output covers fitted (4.1.4 (b))

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

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

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

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush perished (5.3.2 (c))

Offside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output covers fitted (4.1.4 (b))

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

Offside Rear Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush perished (5.3.2 (c))

Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing N/S/R + N/S/F and O/S/F tyres perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Fail 15 Aug 2022 99,612 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

All position lamps slightly affected by the operation of another lamp (4.2.3 (c))

Both front cv swivel joints leaking a small amount of grease

Nearside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output covers fitted (4.1.4 (b))

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

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

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

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush perished (5.3.2 (c))

Offside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output covers fitted (4.1.4 (b))

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

Offside Rear Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush perished (5.3.2 (c))

Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing N/S/R + N/S/F and O/S/F tyres perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 19 Aug 2021 88,228 miles

front and rear shock absorber rubber bushes starting too deteriorate

Pass 14 Aug 2020 76,901 miles
Fail 14 Aug 2020 76,901 miles

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

Offside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Pass 14 Aug 2019 69,160 miles
Pass 20 Aug 2018 56,631 miles

both rear shock absorber lower bushes are perished and deteriorating

front axle metal 4x4 vacuum pipes are corroding

front brake discs are starting to corrode on inner friction surfaces

front brake imbalance registered at 30% which is the maximum permitted imbalance

Pass 21 Aug 2017 45,775 miles

Nearside Rear tyre valve stem is cracked and perishing

all 4 tyres are cracked and perishing

nearside and offside rear shock absorber lower bushes are perishing and starting to deteriorate

nearside rear tyre has previously had a puncture repair carried out on the outer shoulder/crown area of tread

Pass 15 Aug 2016 34,259 miles
Pass 17 Aug 2015 24,580 miles

Nearside Front Outer Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Seat belt stitching slightly frayed (5.2.2b)

Pass 21 Aug 2014 20,120 miles
Pass 20 Aug 2013 15,715 miles
Pass 21 Aug 2012 11,384 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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HJ59 UGK is a 2009 Suzuki Jimny in Black with a 1,328cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 82.4%.

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 HJ59 UGK, 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 HJ59 UGK registered?

HJ59 UGK is a 2009 Suzuki Jimny, first registered on 12 September 2009.

Is HJ59 UGK safe to buy?

The MOT history for HJ59 UGK shows 17 tests with a 82.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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