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S608 AGR

1998 Suzuki Jimny

Blue Petrol 1298cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires9 Jun 2027
Tests25 (18 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate72%

Mileage

80,735 mi
Last recorded80,735 miles
Recorded on8 Jun 2026
Typical for 1998 Suzuki Jimny71,824 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationS608 AGR
MakeSuzuki
ModelJimny
Year1998
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,298cc

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MOT History

18 pass 7 fail
Pass 8 Jun 2026 80,735 miles

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

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Fail 28 May 2026 80,731 miles

Exhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))

Exhaust carbon monoxide content at idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))

Horn not working (7.7 (a))

Nearside Rear Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Nearside Rear Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Rear Inner Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Offside Rear Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

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

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 4 Jun 2025 78,602 miles

Central Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

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

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

Fail 3 Jun 2025 78,601 miles

Exhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))

Exhaust carbon monoxide content at idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (b))

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Central Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

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

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

Pass 10 Jun 2024 76,421 miles

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

Pass 27 Jul 2021 76,363 miles

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

Nearside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Fail 23 Jul 2021 76,359 miles

Exhaust carbon monoxide content at idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))

Nearside Headlamp has a product on the light source so that the light output is severely reduced (4.1.4 (b))

Offside Headlamp has a product on the light source so that the light output is severely reduced (4.1.4 (b))

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

Nearside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Pass 27 Mar 2020 76,148 miles
Pass 26 Mar 2019 97,162 miles
Pass 22 Jun 2018 96,670 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 28 Jun 2017 95,833 miles
Pass 10 Jun 2016 93,777 miles
Pass 3 Jun 2015 90,123 miles

rear exhaust corroded

some under body areas dirty cannot inspect properly

Pass 4 Jun 2014 88,159 miles

Oil leak

some underbody areas dirty cannot inspect properly

Fail 4 Jun 2014 88,159 miles

Centre Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Offside Front Electrical wiring inadequately supported (1.9.2a)

Oil leak

some underbody areas dirty cannot inspect properly

Pass 14 Feb 2013 85,049 miles

Nearside front brake grabbing slightly (3.7.A.2b)

cannot inspect some underbody areas [ dirty ]

Pass 10 Feb 2012 79,440 miles

vehicle underbody dirty cannot inspect

Fail 2 Feb 2012 79,436 miles

Nearside Front wheel bearing has excessive play (2.5.A.3c)

Offside Rear coil spring incomplete (2.4.C.1a)

Nearside Front Axle swivel joint has slight movement between a swivel joint and its housing (2.5.A.1b)

vehicle underbody dirty cannot inspect

Pass 21 Oct 2010 70,906 miles

Oil leak

cannot inspect brake pipes properly

nearside front brake slightly binding

nearside front wheelbearing slight play

Fail 22 Sep 2009 64,903 miles

Offside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Pass 22 Sep 2009 64,903 miles
Pass 7 Oct 2008 63,158 miles

near side front tractor swivel ball slightly corroded

Pass 25 Sep 2007 61,585 miles

off side front hub seal leaking slightly

Fail 24 Sep 2007 61,578 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content at idle excessive (7.3.D.4)

off side front hub seal leaking slightly

Pass 21 Sep 2006 59,993 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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S608 AGR is a 1998 Suzuki Jimny in Blue with a 1,298cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 25 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72%.

Across all 1998 Suzuki Jimny models, the average MOT pass rate is 70.4% with a typical mileage of 71,824 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 S608 AGR, 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 28 years old, this Suzuki Jimny is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was S608 AGR registered?

S608 AGR is a 1998 Suzuki Jimny, first registered on 12 November 1998.

Is S608 AGR safe to buy?

The MOT history for S608 AGR shows 25 tests with a 72% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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