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SW09 HCO

2009 Suzuki Jimny

Black Petrol 1328cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires31 Oct 2025
Tests15 (13 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate86.7%

Mileage

85,428 mi
Last recorded85,428 miles
Recorded on25 Oct 2025
Typical for 2009 Suzuki Jimny45,753 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSW09 HCO
MakeSuzuki
ModelJimny
Year2009
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,328cc

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MOT History

13 pass 2 fail
Fail 25 Oct 2025 85,428 miles

Offside Front Outer Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Rear Registration plate lamp does not illuminate simultaneously with the position lamps nearside and offside (4.7.2 (a))

Nearside Front Outer Wheel bearing play so excessive that directional control is impaired (5.1.3 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Outer Wheel bearing play so excessive that directional control is impaired (5.1.3 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

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

Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 1 Nov 2024 83,270 miles
Pass 28 Feb 2023 79,778 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage damaged but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage damaged but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

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

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

Pass 15 Jan 2022 75,168 miles
Pass 11 Dec 2020 72,172 miles
Pass 23 Dec 2019 69,336 miles
Pass 27 Dec 2018 65,066 miles
Pass 27 Dec 2017 58,646 miles
Pass 16 Dec 2016 52,542 miles

Nearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded to flexy hose (3.6.B.2c)

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

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

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

Pass 29 Dec 2015 44,551 miles

small cut on n/s/f tyre

Pass 7 Jul 2015 43,429 miles
Pass 15 Jul 2014 37,059 miles
Fail 10 Jul 2014 37,058 miles

Offside Front coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)

Pass 1 Jul 2013 30,597 miles
Pass 16 Jul 2012 24,128 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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SW09 HCO is a 2009 Suzuki Jimny in Black with a 1,328cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 86.7%.

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 SW09 HCO, 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 SW09 HCO registered?

SW09 HCO is a 2009 Suzuki Jimny, first registered on 22 July 2009.

Is SW09 HCO safe to buy?

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