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SP09 SDV

2009 Suzuki Jimny

Grey Petrol 1328cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 Oct 2020
Tests10 (8 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

99,117 mi
Last recorded99,117 miles
Recorded on19 Apr 2019
Typical for 2009 Suzuki Jimny45,753 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSP09 SDV
MakeSuzuki
ModelJimny
Year2009
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,328cc

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MOT History

8 pass 2 fail
Pass 19 Apr 2019 99,117 miles

Advise that the fuel pipes at the rear of the vehicle are heavily corroded

Nearside Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Offside Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Power steering component has slight seepage from a component various hoses at front (2.1.5 (a))

Fail 1 Apr 2019 99,078 miles

Exhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))

Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases at rear silecer flange (6.1.2 (a))

Nearside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded the rigid section of the brake flexible hose where it goes through the inner arch (1.1.11 (c))

Nearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))

Service brake lagging in operation also has spongy pedal (1.2.1 (d))

Nearside Front Wheel bearing play so excessive it is likely to break up (5.1.3 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Oil leaking continuously from engine posing a serious risk to road safety the sump is pourous (8.4.1 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Offside Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Power steering pipe/hose slightly corroded various hoses at front (2.1.5 (g) (i))

advise that the fuel pipes at the rear of the vehicle are heavily corroded

Pass 17 Apr 2018 92,600 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

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

Front Brake pipe slightly corroded To rear (3.6.B.2c)

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

Fuel Pipe/s corroded ()

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

Offside Axle king pin has slight play in pin and/or bush (2.5.A.3a)

Offside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

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

Pass 30 Mar 2017 87,540 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases Rear (7.1.2)

Pass 5 Apr 2016 81,720 miles

Offside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded to the flexi hose (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 25 Mar 2015 70,599 miles
Fail 24 Mar 2015 70,599 miles

Nearside Front Axle swivel joint has excessive play (2.5.A.3b)

Nearside Rear Seat belt damaged sufficient to significantly weakened the webbing (5.2.2a)

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

Offside Rear Seat belt damaged sufficient to significantly weakened the webbing (5.2.2a)

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

Pass 7 Apr 2014 54,913 miles

both front discs corroded

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

Nearside front brake fluctuating, but not excessively (3.7.B.3)

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

Offside front brake fluctuating, but not excessively (3.7.B.3)

Pass 17 Apr 2013 41,435 miles
Pass 5 Apr 2012 27,624 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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SP09 SDV is a 2009 Suzuki Jimny in Grey with a 1,328cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 SP09 SDV, 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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SP09 SDV is a 2009 Suzuki Jimny, first registered on 24 March 2009.

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