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SJ09 YXL

2009 Suzuki Jimny

Grey Petrol 1328cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires16 Jan 2027
Tests17 (15 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.2%

Mileage

90,478 mi
Last recorded90,478 miles
Recorded on17 Jan 2026
Typical for 2009 Suzuki Jimny45,753 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSJ09 YXL
MakeSuzuki
ModelJimny
Year2009
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,328cc

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MOT History

15 pass 2 fail
Pass 17 Jan 2026 90,478 miles

Hydraulic leak, but not excessive slight leak from steering unit (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Offside Front Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

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

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

Suspension component corroded but not seriously weakened front suspension and mountings corroded (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Suspension component corroded but not seriously weakened rear suspension and components corroded (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 26 Nov 2024 83,695 miles

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

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Suspension arm attachment bracket/mounting corroded but its strength is not seriously reduced (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Power steering pump has slight seepage (2.1.5 (a))

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

Pass 7 Dec 2023 78,851 miles

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

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

Offside Front Power steering pump has slight seepage steering box (2.1.5 (a))

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

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

Pass 2 Dec 2022 74,680 miles

Front Power steering component has slight seepage from a component slight oil leak at steering box (2.1.5 (a))

Pass 1 Dec 2021 70,971 miles

Front Power steering component has slight seepage from a component slight leak at steering box (2.1.5 (a))

Nearside Rear Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))

Fail 1 Dec 2021 70,971 miles

Front Power steering component has slight seepage from a component slight leak at steering box (2.1.5 (a))

Front Registration plate insecure (0.1 (a))

Nearside Rear Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))

Pass 27 Nov 2020 66,746 miles
Pass 30 Nov 2019 21,286 miles
Fail 30 Nov 2019 21,286 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low and too far to the right. (4.1.2 (a))

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

Pass 3 Dec 2018 58,231 miles
Pass 24 Jan 2018 53,618 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 21 Jan 2017 45,674 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

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

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

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

Pass 27 Jan 2016 37,014 miles
Pass 12 Mar 2015 34,543 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 11 Mar 2014 30,023 miles
Pass 8 Mar 2013 24,628 miles
Pass 20 Mar 2012 20,441 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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SJ09 YXL is a 2009 Suzuki Jimny in Grey with a 1,328cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.2%.

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 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 SJ09 YXL, 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 SJ09 YXL registered?

SJ09 YXL is a 2009 Suzuki Jimny, first registered on 1 March 2009.

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