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MJ56 JEN

2009 Suzuki Jimny

Blue Petrol 1328cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires24 Oct 2026
Tests17 (14 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate82.4%

Mileage

73,065 mi
Last recorded73,065 miles
Recorded on24 Oct 2025
Typical for 2009 Suzuki Jimny45,753 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMJ56 JEN
MakeSuzuki
ModelJimny
Year2009
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,328cc

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MOT History

14 pass 3 fail
Pass 24 Oct 2025 73,065 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 205/70r15 (5.2.3 (e))

Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing All tyres are perishing. (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 25 Oct 2024 66,422 miles

Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing all four tyres (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

oil leaking from nearside front hub seal

play at offside & nearside front suspension swivel joints nearing limit

various prescribed & non prescribed areas of chassis & under body becoming rusty but not excessively weakened

Pass 20 Oct 2023 60,760 miles

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Fail 2 Oct 2023 60,659 miles

Offside Front Service brake lagging in operation (1.2.1 (d))

Items removed from driver's view prior to test moved items hanging from mirror to outside drivers view ()

Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive variuose areas of chassis (5.3.6 (a) (i))

slight oil leak from nearside front hub seal

Pass 23 Sep 2022 54,154 miles

Nearside Lower Axle swivel pins and bushes swivel pin and/or bush slightly worn (5.1.2 (b) (i))

Pass 1 Sep 2021 49,370 miles
Pass 27 Aug 2020 44,125 miles
Pass 10 Sep 2019 40,508 miles
Pass 21 Sep 2018 37,825 miles

Rear Passenger seat(s) missing at time of test ()

Pass 21 Sep 2017 34,114 miles

Rear Passenger seat(s) missing at time of test ()

Fail 21 Sep 2017 34,111 miles

Offside Front coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)

Rear Passenger seat(s) missing at time of test ()

Pass 15 Sep 2016 29,443 miles

Both Front Tyres Cracking

Fail 15 Sep 2016 29,443 miles

Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)

Both Front Tyres Cracking

Pass 4 Sep 2015 25,299 miles
Pass 12 Sep 2014 21,168 miles
Pass 19 Sep 2013 17,503 miles

Transfer Box Has Play

Pass 18 Sep 2012 13,507 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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MJ56 JEN is a 2009 Suzuki Jimny in Blue 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 MJ56 JEN, 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 MJ56 JEN registered?

MJ56 JEN is a 2009 Suzuki Jimny, first registered on 24 September 2009.

Is MJ56 JEN safe to buy?

The MOT history for MJ56 JEN 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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