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PJ59 DTO

2009 Suzuki Jimny

Red Petrol 1328cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires25 Apr 2027
Tests16 (14 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

118,194 mi
Last recorded118,194 miles
Recorded on20 Apr 2026
Typical for 2009 Suzuki Jimny45,753 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationPJ59 DTO
MakeSuzuki
ModelJimny
Year2009
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,328cc

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MOT History

14 pass 2 fail
Pass 20 Apr 2026 118,194 miles
Pass 24 Apr 2025 116,442 miles

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

Pass 18 Apr 2024 114,403 miles
Pass 13 Apr 2023 112,036 miles
Pass 26 Apr 2022 108,405 miles
Pass 5 Feb 2021 104,419 miles

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

Fail 4 Feb 2021 104,419 miles

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Road wheel fixing missing all four wheels (5.2.1 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

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

Offside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 13 Dec 2019 100,059 miles

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

Nearside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

Nearside Headlamp reflector slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2mm remaining (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Rear seat belt buckle missing but seat back rest removed

Offside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2mm remaining (5.2.3 (e))

Fail 13 Dec 2019 100,059 miles

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

Nearside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

Nearside Headlamp reflector slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2mm remaining (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Rear seat belt buckle missing but seat back rest removed

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2mm remaining (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Pass 4 Dec 2018 82,263 miles

Nearside Front Suspension pipe damaged but not to excess (5.3.5 (b) (i))

Nearside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Offside Front Suspension pipe damaged but not to excess (5.3.5 (b) (i))

Offside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Pass 23 Nov 2017 70,197 miles
Pass 23 Nov 2016 65,657 miles
Pass 19 Nov 2015 57,743 miles

rear seats not fitted at time of test

Pass 21 Nov 2014 49,316 miles
Pass 28 Nov 2013 40,299 miles

Passenger seat(s) missing at time of test

Pass 21 Nov 2012 30,133 miles

Passenger seat(s) missing at time of test

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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PJ59 DTO is a 2009 Suzuki Jimny in Red with a 1,328cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

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 PJ59 DTO, 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.

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What year was PJ59 DTO registered?

PJ59 DTO is a 2009 Suzuki Jimny, first registered on 5 December 2009.

Is PJ59 DTO safe to buy?

The MOT history for PJ59 DTO shows 16 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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