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SH09 AYC

2009 Suzuki Jimny

Black Petrol 1328cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires14 Apr 2027
Tests22 (15 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate68.2%

Mileage

78,871 mi
Last recorded78,871 miles
Recorded on15 Apr 2026
Typical for 2009 Suzuki Jimny45,753 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSH09 AYC
MakeSuzuki
ModelJimny
Year2009
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,328cc

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MOT History

15 pass 7 fail
Pass 15 Apr 2026 78,871 miles

rear exhaust box outer skin corroded

Fail 13 Apr 2026 78,868 miles

Front Brakes imbalanced across an axle (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Offside Front Service brake excessively fluctuating (1.2.1 (e))

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

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

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

NSF tyre worn on outer edge

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

rear exhaust box outer skin corroded

Pass 3 Apr 2025 73,885 miles
Fail 3 Apr 2025 73,882 miles

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

Pass 5 Apr 2024 68,336 miles
Fail 4 Apr 2024 68,336 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))

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

Pass 11 Apr 2023 61,381 miles
Pass 9 Jan 2023 60,554 miles

Offside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive panhard rod mounting on chassis (5.3.6 (a) (i))

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

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view chip in screen (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 13 Jan 2022 55,816 miles

Under side is fully undersealed

Fail 10 Jan 2022 55,810 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure in tread (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure in tread (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Under side is fully undersealed

Pass 24 Jun 2020 53,739 miles

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

Fail 22 Jun 2020 53,739 miles

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

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

Pass 5 Jul 2019 48,737 miles

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

Nearside Front Oil leak, but not excessive swivel hub (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive gearbox rear shaft seal (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 6 Jul 2018 43,537 miles
Fail 5 Jul 2018 43,537 miles

Nearside Outer Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

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

Pass 20 Jun 2017 35,022 miles
Fail 16 Jun 2017 35,021 miles

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Oil leak Rear gearbox oil seal ()

Power steering drive belt cracking

Pass 19 May 2016 30,076 miles

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Pass 21 May 2015 28,244 miles

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Pass 22 May 2014 27,927 miles

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Pass 16 May 2013 23,767 miles

front discs corroded

power steering belt slightly cracking

Pass 18 May 2012 17,538 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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SH09 AYC is a 2009 Suzuki Jimny in Black with a 1,328cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 68.2%.

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 SH09 AYC, 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 SH09 AYC registered?

SH09 AYC is a 2009 Suzuki Jimny, first registered on 20 May 2009.

Is SH09 AYC safe to buy?

The MOT history for SH09 AYC shows 22 tests with a 68.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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