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JA03 MJA

2008 Suzuki Jimny

Blue Petrol 1328cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires9 Sep 2026
Tests15 (15 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

49,681 mi
Last recorded49,681 miles
Recorded on9 Sep 2025
Typical for 2008 Suzuki Jimny49,174 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJA03 MJA
MakeSuzuki
ModelJimny
Year2008
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,328cc

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MOT History

15 pass
Pass 9 Sep 2025 49,681 miles

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material All front underside pipes (1.1.11 (c))

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases Join from middle pipe to rear box (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 28 Aug 2024 46,466 miles
Pass 29 Aug 2023 43,087 miles

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

Pass 25 Aug 2022 41,634 miles
Pass 16 Aug 2021 39,643 miles
Pass 5 Sep 2020 38,089 miles
Pass 10 Sep 2019 35,365 miles
Pass 11 Aug 2018 31,504 miles
Pass 19 Aug 2017 28,819 miles
Pass 20 Aug 2016 25,772 miles
Pass 4 Sep 2015 22,888 miles
Pass 25 Oct 2014 20,141 miles
Pass 9 Dec 2013 17,054 miles
Pass 31 Dec 2012 13,318 miles
Pass 7 Dec 2011 9,900 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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JA03 MJA is a 2008 Suzuki Jimny in Blue with a 1,328cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 JA03 MJA, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was JA03 MJA registered?

JA03 MJA is a 2008 Suzuki Jimny, first registered on 3 December 2008.

Is JA03 MJA safe to buy?

The MOT history for JA03 MJA shows 15 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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