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J70 NYT

2008 Suzuki Jimny

Black Petrol 1328cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires14 Oct 2026
Tests12 (11 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate91.7%

Mileage

71,537 mi
Last recorded71,537 miles
Recorded on15 Oct 2025
Typical for 2008 Suzuki Jimny49,174 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJ70 NYT
MakeSuzuki
ModelJimny
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,328cc

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MOT History

11 pass 1 fail
Pass 15 Oct 2025 71,537 miles

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

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

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

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

Pass 13 Aug 2019 71,266 miles

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

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

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

Pass 15 Aug 2018 64,395 miles
Pass 22 Aug 2017 58,207 miles
Pass 8 Jul 2016 51,157 miles
Pass 23 Jul 2015 44,394 miles

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play foremost (2.2.B.1f)

Pass 4 Aug 2014 36,328 miles
Pass 5 Aug 2013 22,623 miles
Pass 6 Dec 2012 19,924 miles
Pass 12 Jan 2012 17,603 miles
Fail 11 Jan 2012 17,603 miles

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

Offside Front Axle king pin has excessive play in pin and/or bush adversely affecting the steering (2.5.A.3a)

Pass 10 Jan 2011 13,891 miles

Nearside Front Lower Axle king pin has slight play in pin and/or bush (2.5.A.3a)

front brake disc slightly corroded

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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J70 NYT is a 2008 Suzuki Jimny in Black with a 1,328cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 91.7%.

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 J70 NYT, 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 J70 NYT registered?

J70 NYT is a 2008 Suzuki Jimny, first registered on 5 February 2008.

Is J70 NYT safe to buy?

The MOT history for J70 NYT shows 12 tests with a 91.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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