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SP59 UCW

2009 Suzuki Jimny

Grey Petrol 1298cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires30 Sep 2026
Tests18 (14 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

44,966 mi
Last recorded44,966 miles
Recorded on29 Sep 2025
Typical for 2009 Suzuki Jimny45,753 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSP59 UCW
MakeSuzuki
ModelJimny
Year2009
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,298cc

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MOT History

14 pass 4 fail
Pass 29 Sep 2025 44,966 miles

Front Suspension rod pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement axle to body arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Fail 29 Sep 2025 44,966 miles

Front Suspension rod pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement axle to body arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Pass 24 Sep 2024 32,579 miles

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

Items removed from driver's view prior to test ()

Nearside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Offside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Offside Front Vehicle structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security inner sill to floor (6.2.2 (d) (i))

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

offside front inner wing area corroded

Pass 12 Sep 2023 24,521 miles

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

Nearside Rear Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced inner and outer sill corroded (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Offside Rear Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced inner and outer sill corroded (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Pass 2 Sep 2022 23,516 miles
Fail 1 Sep 2022 23,516 miles

Nearside Front Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Offside Front Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Pass 14 Sep 2021 22,836 miles

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

Nearside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

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

Offside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 22 Sep 2020 21,985 miles

Offside Front Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Chassis corroded at body mounting at front of sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Pass 12 Sep 2019 21,495 miles
Fail 10 Sep 2019 21,477 miles

Nearside Front Vehicle structure is fractured and structural rigidity is significantly reduced Out rigger holed (6.1.1 (a) (i))

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

Offside Front Vehicle structure is fractured and structural rigidity is significantly reduced Out rigger holed (6.1.1 (a) (i))

Pass 11 Sep 2018 20,940 miles
Pass 18 Sep 2017 20,141 miles

Offside Front Lower Steering pivot point has slight play swivel pin (2.2.B.1g)

Pass 13 Sep 2016 19,253 miles
Pass 8 Sep 2015 18,107 miles
Fail 8 Sep 2015 18,107 miles

Rear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (3.7.B.5b)

Pass 9 Sep 2014 16,854 miles
Pass 5 Sep 2013 13,713 miles
Pass 6 Sep 2012 10,444 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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SP59 UCW is a 2009 Suzuki Jimny in Grey with a 1,298cc 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 SP59 UCW, 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 SP59 UCW registered?

SP59 UCW is a 2009 Suzuki Jimny, first registered on 30 September 2009.

Is SP59 UCW safe to buy?

The MOT history for SP59 UCW shows 18 tests with a 77.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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