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HN08 CWK

2008 Suzuki Jimny

Green Petrol 1298cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 May 2026
Tests22 (15 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate68.2%

Mileage

48,552 mi
Last recorded48,552 miles
Recorded on20 May 2025
Typical for 2008 Suzuki Jimny49,174 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHN08 CWK
MakeSuzuki
ModelJimny
Year2008
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,298cc

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MOT History

15 pass 7 fail
Pass 20 May 2025 48,552 miles

Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases hidden behind exhaust mounted heat shield (6.1.2 (a))

Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing All 4 tyres 205/70/15 (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Underside, Chassis & suspension components undersealed

Fail 14 May 2025 48,524 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers has negligible damping effect (5.3.2 (d))

Nearside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn Trail arm bushes, back most 2 mounted to axle (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Shock absorbers has negligible damping effect (5.3.2 (d))

Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases hidden behind exhaust mounted heat shield (6.1.2 (a))

Offside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Trail arm bushes, back most 2 mounted to axle (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing All 4 tyres 205/70/15 (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Underside, Chassis & suspension components undersealed

Pass 9 May 2024 45,442 miles

Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing All 4 perishing 205/70/15 (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Vehicle underside, chassis and suspension components covered in underseal

Fail 9 May 2024 45,441 miles

Front Headlamp light source and lamp not compatible Both bulbs LED and produce poor beam pattern (4.1.4 (c))

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

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

Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing All 4 perishing 205/70/15 (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Vehicle underside, chassis and suspension components covered in underseal

Pass 12 May 2023 42,490 miles

Vehicle body, suspension and chassis covered in sealer

Pass 16 May 2022 35,515 miles
Pass 10 Aug 2021 35,424 miles

Nearside Rear Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Fail 10 Aug 2021 35,424 miles

Nearside Rear Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Offside Headlamp aim too high and too far to the left. (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 4 Aug 2020 34,856 miles
Pass 27 Mar 2019 33,024 miles

Offside Front Nail in tyre in a non repairable area ()

Offside Rear Nail in tyre in a non repairable area ()

Oil leak, but not excessive gear box rear oil seal (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 26 Mar 2018 30,811 miles

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Nearside Front wing mirror cover missing

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)

Fail 26 Mar 2018 30,811 miles

Nearside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Offside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded inner sill (5.2.6)

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Nearside Front wing mirror cover missing

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)

Pass 1 Apr 2017 27,762 miles

Exhaust back box in poor condition

Fail 1 Apr 2017 27,762 miles

Exhaust back box in poor condition

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 21 Mar 2016 24,299 miles

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Rear exhaust back box in poor condition

Pass 16 Mar 2015 20,810 miles
Pass 20 Mar 2014 18,162 miles

All four tyres cracking

Fail 20 Mar 2014 18,162 miles

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

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

All four tyres cracking

Pass 21 Mar 2013 14,052 miles
Pass 16 Mar 2012 10,214 miles
Fail 30 Mar 2011 5,035 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 30 Mar 2011 5,035 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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HN08 CWK is a 2008 Suzuki Jimny in Green with a 1,298cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 68.2%.

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 HN08 CWK, 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 HN08 CWK registered?

HN08 CWK is a 2008 Suzuki Jimny, first registered on 31 March 2008.

Is HN08 CWK safe to buy?

The MOT history for HN08 CWK shows 22 tests with a 68.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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