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SJ18 SGY

2018 Suzuki Jimny

Black Petrol 1328cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires10 Feb 2027
Tests9 (6 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

89,134 mi
Last recorded89,134 miles
Recorded on10 Feb 2026
Typical for 2018 Suzuki Jimny21,992 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSJ18 SGY
MakeSuzuki
ModelJimny
Year2018
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,328cc

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MOT History

6 pass 3 fail
Pass 10 Feb 2026 89,134 miles
Fail 10 Feb 2026 89,104 miles

Offside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Pass 5 Feb 2025 70,553 miles
Fail 4 Feb 2025 70,552 miles

Offside Front Axle swivel pins and bushes swivel pin and/or bush so worn or insecure that directional stability is impaired (5.1.2 (b) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 6 Feb 2024 55,543 miles
Pass 7 Feb 2023 41,745 miles
Fail 3 Feb 2023 41,652 miles

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

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

Pass 11 Feb 2022 22,171 miles
Pass 8 Feb 2021 9,579 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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SJ18 SGY is a 2018 Suzuki Jimny in Black with a 1,328cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

Across all 2018 Suzuki Jimny models, the average MOT pass rate is 87.1% with a typical mileage of 21,992 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 SJ18 SGY, 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 8 years old, this Suzuki Jimny is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of SJ18 SGY?

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What year was SJ18 SGY registered?

SJ18 SGY is a 2018 Suzuki Jimny, first registered on 6 April 2018.

Is SJ18 SGY safe to buy?

The MOT history for SJ18 SGY shows 9 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does SJ18 SGY have outstanding finance?

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