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SY09 OBB

2009 Suzuki Jimny

Silver Petrol 1328cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Oct 2024
Tests18 (13 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate72.2%

Mileage

91,341 mi
Last recorded91,341 miles
Recorded on17 Oct 2023
Typical for 2009 Suzuki Jimny45,753 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSY09 OBB
MakeSuzuki
ModelJimny
Year2009
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,328cc

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MOT History

13 pass 5 fail
Pass 17 Oct 2023 91,341 miles

Front Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Parking brake effort

Nearside Rear Vehicle structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security (6.2.2 (d) (i))

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

Offside Front Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))

Offside Front Upper Wheel bearing has slight play Swivel bearing (5.1.3 (a) (i))

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

Pass 28 Oct 2022 89,836 miles

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

Front Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Parking brake effort

Fail 18 Oct 2022 89,835 miles

Nearside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced Near body mount (7.1.1 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced Near body mount (7.1.1 (a) (i))

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

Front Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Parking brake effort

Fail 28 Sep 2022 89,805 miles

Body insecure both rear, o/s middle in front of rear wheel and both middle behind front wheels (body mounts corroded) (6.2.2 (a) (i))

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

corrosion to underside of vehicle

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

Front Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Nearside parking brake effort low

Pass 27 Sep 2021 88,499 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

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

Pass 8 Oct 2020 86,679 miles

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Fail 8 Oct 2020 86,679 miles

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Offside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 16 Oct 2019 85,060 miles
Fail 11 Oct 2019 85,060 miles

Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Service brake efficiency below requirements (1.2.2 (a) (i))

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

Pass 11 Dec 2018 79,083 miles

nearside parking brake effort only just met minimum requirement

Pass 12 Dec 2017 70,837 miles
Pass 19 Dec 2016 61,920 miles
Fail 16 Dec 2016 61,909 miles

Offside Rear Parking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.C.1b)

Pass 14 Mar 2016 58,407 miles
Pass 9 Mar 2015 48,753 miles

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

Pass 21 Mar 2014 40,993 miles

oil leak at gearbox

slight lift at o/s/front stub pin further attention advised

slight noise at n/s/front hub possibly bearing further attention advised

Pass 6 Mar 2013 32,184 miles

front brake discs scored

Pass 7 Mar 2012 24,167 miles

N/S/F Disc slightly scored.

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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SY09 OBB is a 2009 Suzuki Jimny in Silver with a 1,328cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.2%.

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 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 SY09 OBB, 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 SY09 OBB registered?

SY09 OBB is a 2009 Suzuki Jimny, first registered on 11 March 2009.

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