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SB09 XRM

2009 Suzuki Jimny

Grey Petrol 1328cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires9 Feb 2027
Tests18 (14 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

93,021 mi
Last recorded93,021 miles
Recorded on10 Feb 2026
Typical for 2009 Suzuki Jimny45,753 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSB09 XRM
MakeSuzuki
ModelJimny
Year2009
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,328cc

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MOT History

14 pass 4 fail
Pass 10 Feb 2026 93,021 miles
Pass 4 Feb 2025 86,912 miles

Both rear upper spring mounts heavily corroded

Coil spring corroded front and rear all (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Fuel Pipe/s corroded ()

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing corroded (5.3.2 (b))

Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced general under body corrosion (6.1.1 (c) (i))

fuel tank guard corroded

Fail 30 Jan 2025 86,907 miles

Nearside Rear Inner Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength near suspension mounting (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Front Steering component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded near steering mounting (2.1.2 (e) (i))

Offside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength chassis near suspension mounting (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Outer Vehicle structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting (6.2.2 (d) (i))

Coil spring corroded front and rear all (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Fuel Pipe/s corroded ()

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing corroded (5.3.2 (b))

Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced general under body corrosion (6.1.1 (c) (i))

fuel tank guard corroded

Pass 26 Jan 2024 80,327 miles

Offside Rear Fuel Pipe/s corroded ()

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

Rear Service brake requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair (1.2.1 (c))

Under-body corrosion to chassis and suspension components

Fail 16 Jan 2024 80,327 miles

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength Chassis corroded by rear trailing arm front mounting area (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength Chassis corroded by rear trailing arm front mounting area (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength Mounting corroded & holed (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Front Both front out-riggers/body mountings corroded & holed

Offside Rear Fuel Pipe/s corroded ()

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

Rear Service brake requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair (1.2.1 (c))

Under-body corrosion to chassis and suspension components

Pass 19 Jan 2023 75,110 miles
Fail 17 Jan 2023 75,109 miles

Offside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded leading to brake hose (1.1.11 (c))

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

Service brake efficiency below requirements (1.2.2 (a) (i))

Pass 14 Jan 2022 69,178 miles

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

Central Gearbox mounting defective transfer box mount broken ()

Pass 19 Jan 2021 68,157 miles
Pass 13 May 2019 64,560 miles

Central Rear Other passenger door catch deteriorated so the door cannot be readily opened or closed rear tail gate handel faulty (6.2.3 (c) (i))

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))

rear tow ball slighty over reg plate

Pass 10 May 2018 60,317 miles
Fail 8 May 2018 60,305 miles

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

Offside Front Outer Axle swivel joint has excessive play in a ball joint (2.5.A.3b)

Brake hydraulic reservoir fluid close to minimum level (3.6.G.1b)

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

Pass 3 May 2017 52,410 miles

exhaust system has minor leak of exhaust gases

n/s/f tyre on 2mm

nail in o/s/r tyre

Pass 5 May 2016 43,754 miles

front brake disc are badly corroded

Pass 5 May 2015 35,176 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 6 May 2014 26,786 miles

Nail in offside rear tyre

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 13 Mar 2013 18,616 miles
Pass 4 Apr 2012 16,490 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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SB09 XRM is a 2009 Suzuki Jimny in Grey with a 1,328cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

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 SB09 XRM, 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 SB09 XRM registered?

SB09 XRM is a 2009 Suzuki Jimny, first registered on 27 June 2009.

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