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R55 DYL

2009 Suzuki Jimny

Green Petrol 1328cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires9 Jan 2027
Tests24 (19 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate79.2%

Mileage

80,293 mi
Last recorded80,293 miles
Recorded on10 Jan 2026
Typical for 2009 Suzuki Jimny45,753 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR55 DYL
MakeSuzuki
ModelJimny
Year2009
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,328cc

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MOT History

19 pass 5 fail
Pass 10 Jan 2026 80,293 miles

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

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

Pass 12 Dec 2025 55,477 miles

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

Pass 25 Apr 2025 75,243 miles

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Central and Rear (1.1.11 (c))

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

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

Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Both fronts slightly perished (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 28 Nov 2024 47,982 miles
Fail 28 Nov 2024 47,982 miles

Brake slack adjuster has restricted free movement (1.1.15 (e))

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

Pass 7 Dec 2023 40,164 miles
Pass 7 Nov 2023 73,508 miles

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear (1.1.11 (c))

Fail 7 Nov 2023 73,508 miles

Offside Front Wheel bearing has excessive play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Front Brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 1 Dec 2022 32,931 miles
Pass 31 Aug 2022 71,908 miles

Coil spring corroded all 4 (5.3.1 (b) (i))

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

Front swivels leaking oil slightly

front headlights cracked

Pass 14 Dec 2021 25,108 miles
Pass 19 Aug 2021 70,149 miles

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

Offside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Offside Front slight oil leak from cv joint

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

Pass 14 Jul 2020 67,702 miles

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

Pass 19 Jul 2019 66,443 miles

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

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

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

Fail 19 Jul 2019 66,442 miles

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

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

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

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

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

Pass 16 Jul 2018 64,532 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose slightly twisted (1.1.12 (b) (i))

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

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

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

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

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

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

Pass 29 Jun 2017 62,705 miles
Pass 28 Jun 2016 51,621 miles
Fail 13 Jul 2015 41,942 miles

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 13 Jul 2015 41,942 miles
Pass 16 Jul 2014 31,431 miles
Fail 16 Jul 2014 31,431 miles

Offside Headlamp aim too high and too far to the left. (1.8)

Pass 25 Jun 2013 27,138 miles
Pass 27 Jun 2012 22,580 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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R55 DYL is a 2009 Suzuki Jimny in Green with a 1,328cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 24 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 79.2%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 R55 DYL, 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 R55 DYL registered?

R55 DYL is a 2009 Suzuki Jimny, first registered on 26 June 2009.

Is R55 DYL safe to buy?

The MOT history for R55 DYL shows 24 tests with a 79.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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