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K50 YKS

2008 Suzuki Jimny

Grey Petrol 1328cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires20 Jun 2027
Tests19 (16 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate84.2%

Mileage

71,435 mi
Last recorded71,435 miles
Recorded on26 May 2026
Typical for 2008 Suzuki Jimny49,174 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationK50 YKS
MakeSuzuki
ModelJimny
Year2008
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,328cc

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MOT History

16 pass 3 fail
Pass 26 May 2026 71,435 miles
Pass 2 Jun 2025 71,030 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2024 65,565 miles

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

vehicle undersealed

Pass 31 May 2023 60,653 miles

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

Pass 21 Jun 2022 54,540 miles
Pass 25 Aug 2021 52,810 miles
Pass 10 Aug 2020 50,313 miles
Pass 28 Aug 2019 47,574 miles
Fail 28 Aug 2019 47,574 miles

Nearside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 24 Jul 2018 44,379 miles
Pass 25 Jul 2017 41,825 miles
Pass 26 Jul 2016 38,650 miles
Fail 26 Jul 2016 38,650 miles

Centre Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

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

Pass 17 Aug 2015 36,763 miles
Pass 30 Aug 2014 33,660 miles

Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.C.1a)

Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

Fail 27 Aug 2013 29,870 miles

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

Oil leak

Vehicle's internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights

rear ex box outer skin adrift

stop hight light not working

Pass 27 Aug 2013 29,870 miles

Oil leak

Vehicle's internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights

rear ex box outer skin adrift

stop hight light not working

Pass 10 Aug 2012 26,687 miles

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

Pass 11 Feb 2011 23,159 miles

Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Offside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

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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K50 YKS is a 2008 Suzuki Jimny in Grey with a 1,328cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.2%.

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 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 K50 YKS, 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 K50 YKS registered?

K50 YKS is a 2008 Suzuki Jimny, first registered on 1 March 2008.

Is K50 YKS safe to buy?

The MOT history for K50 YKS shows 19 tests with a 84.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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