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NU09 GVE

2009 Suzuki Jimny

Green Petrol 1298cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 Oct 2024
Tests14 (12 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

138,894 mi
Last recorded138,894 miles
Recorded on13 Oct 2023
Typical for 2009 Suzuki Jimny45,753 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationNU09 GVE
MakeSuzuki
ModelJimny
Year2009
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,298cc

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MOT History

12 pass 2 fail
Pass 13 Oct 2023 138,894 miles

Offside Front swivel joint slight play

all under body showing signs of corrosion

Fail 18 Aug 2023 135,885 miles

Nearside Rear Brakes imbalanced across an axle (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Offside Brake pipe excessively corroded front to rear near flexi (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Power steering component leaking steering box (2.1.5 (a))

Rear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Central Vehicle structure or chassis has excessive corrosion to the extent that overall security or stability of the body is impaired offside central of chassis, next to body mount marked with chalk (6.2.2 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Offside Front swivel joint has free play

Pass 17 Aug 2022 130,013 miles
Pass 12 Aug 2021 125,058 miles
Pass 21 Oct 2019 117,156 miles
Pass 19 Oct 2018 110,676 miles

Nearside Front hub slight play and oil leak

Pass 15 Nov 2017 105,841 miles
Pass 7 Apr 2017 105,456 miles
Fail 7 Apr 2017 105,456 miles

Front brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

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

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

Pass 14 Apr 2016 92,104 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp damaged but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

Offside Front Headlamp damaged but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

Pass 7 Apr 2015 76,983 miles

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

Pass 10 Apr 2014 63,638 miles
Pass 3 Apr 2013 50,657 miles

all four tyres perished

Pass 18 Apr 2012 38,579 miles

Offside Front Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

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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NU09 GVE is a 2009 Suzuki Jimny in Green with a 1,298cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 NU09 GVE, 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 NU09 GVE registered?

NU09 GVE is a 2009 Suzuki Jimny, first registered on 18 April 2009.

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