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W222 ART

2009 Suzuki Jimny

Blue Petrol 1328cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires23 Aug 2026
Tests18 (14 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

26,687 mi
Last recorded26,687 miles
Recorded on19 Aug 2025
Typical for 2009 Suzuki Jimny45,753 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationW222 ART
MakeSuzuki
ModelJimny
Year2009
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,328cc

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MOT History

14 pass 4 fail
Pass 19 Aug 2025 26,687 miles
Fail 19 Aug 2025 26,685 miles

Front Brake disc significantly and obviously worn (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Pass 21 Aug 2024 21,360 miles
Pass 24 Aug 2023 16,545 miles
Pass 12 Aug 2022 12,289 miles
Pass 17 Nov 2021 11,875 miles
Fail 16 Nov 2021 11,875 miles

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

Pass 24 Nov 2020 11,180 miles

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Fail 23 Nov 2020 11,170 miles

Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords n/s o/s badly perished and cracked (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords n/s o/s badly perished and cracked (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

all tyres are very badly perished and cracked

Pass 8 Nov 2019 10,937 miles
Pass 6 Nov 2018 9,891 miles
Pass 8 Nov 2017 9,112 miles
Pass 16 Nov 2016 8,046 miles
Pass 13 Nov 2015 7,423 miles
Pass 11 Nov 2014 6,545 miles
Pass 19 Nov 2013 5,485 miles
Pass 9 Nov 2012 3,958 miles
Fail 9 Nov 2012 3,958 miles

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

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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W222 ART is a 2009 Suzuki Jimny in Blue with a 1,328cc 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 W222 ART, 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 W222 ART registered?

W222 ART is a 2009 Suzuki Jimny, first registered on 25 November 2009.

Is W222 ART safe to buy?

The MOT history for W222 ART 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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