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Suzuki Jimny

Black · Petrol · 2008 · 1,328 cc

L8 BEUMOT history

L8 BEU is a black petrol Suzuki Jimny first used on 31 Mar 2008. Its MOT expired on 26 Oct 2026 and it has passed 16 of 26 MOT tests, with 109,977 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 29 Oct 2026.

MOT
Expired
On 26 Oct 2026
Mileage
109,977 mi
At MOT on 28 Oct 2026
MOT tests
26
16 passed · 10 failed
Per year
4,575 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
L8 BEU
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Suzuki
Model
Jimny
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,328 cc
Year of manufacture
2008
First used
31 Mar 2008
MOT status
MOT expired on 26 Oct 2026
Latest MOT test
28 Oct 2026 (Fail)

Mileage history

L8 BEU was last recorded at 109,977 miles on 28 Oct 2026, 1,804 miles more than at the previous MOT on 27 Oct 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
108,173 miles · 27 Oct 2025
Between the last two tests
1,804 miles
Average per year
4,575 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 109,977 miles
  • 2025 – 108,173 miles
  • 2024 – 106,098 miles
  • 2023 – 103,262 miles
  • 2022 – 99,899 miles
  • 2021 – 96,665 miles
  • 2020 – 93,895 miles
  • 2019 – 91,995 miles
  • 2018 – 89,710 miles
  • 2017 – 87,285 miles
  • 2016 – 81,219 miles
  • 2015 – 75,559 miles
  • 2014 – 69,005 miles
  • 2013 – 62,364 miles
  • 2012 – 55,408 miles
  • 2011 – 38,794 miles

What the latest MOT found

Fail109,977 miles
  • DangerousFront Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
  • MajorCentral Rear Upper Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
  • MajorEmissions unable to be completed due to excessive exhaust leak (8.2.1.2 (d))
  • MajorFront Brake disc significantly and obviously worn (1.1.14 (a) (i))
  • MajorFront Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
  • MajorNearside Front Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced near body mounting (6.1.1 (c) (i))
  • MajorNearside Rear Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced near body mounting (6.1.1 (c) (i))
  • MajorOffside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
  • MajorOffside Front Inner Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced sill section (6.1.1 (c) (i))
  • MajorOffside Front Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced near body mounting (6.1.1 (c) (i))
  • MajorOffside Front Stub axle has excessive vertical movement between stub axle and axle beam (5.1.2 (c) (i))
  • MajorOffside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
  • MajorOffside Rear Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced near body mounting (6.1.1 (c) (i))
  • MajorOffside Rear Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
  • MajorRear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
  • MajorRear Exhaust silencer insecure (8.1.1 (b) (i))
  • MajorRear Fuel pipe leaking (6.1.3 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front hub oil seal leaking

What MOT failures mean

Recurring issues

Items recorded at more than one earlier MOT but not at the latest one. Repeat advisories can show maintenance that was put off.

  • Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2022–2025

  • Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2023–2025

  • Central Exhaust mounting defective

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

  • Offside Front Oil leak, but not excessive axle

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

  • Suspension component corroded but not seriously weakened

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

  • Fuel Pipe/s corroded

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023–2024

Full MOT history

26 tests since 7 Apr 2011, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Fail109,977 miles (+1,804)1 dangerous16 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    109,977 miles
    Test number
    550098769380
    • DangerousFront Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • MajorCentral Rear Upper Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorEmissions unable to be completed due to excessive exhaust leak (8.2.1.2 (d))
    • MajorFront Brake disc significantly and obviously worn (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • MajorFront Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced near body mounting (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced near body mounting (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorOffside Front Inner Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced sill section (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced near body mounting (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Stub axle has excessive vertical movement between stub axle and axle beam (5.1.2 (c) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorOffside Rear Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced near body mounting (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • MajorRear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • MajorRear Exhaust silencer insecure (8.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorRear Fuel pipe leaking (6.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front hub oil seal leaking

  2. Pass108,173 miles (+9)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Oct 2026
    Odometer
    108,173 miles
    Test number
    798812035744
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryCentral Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Oil leak, but not excessive axle (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisorySuspension component corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  3. Fail108,164 miles (+2,066)1 dangerous1 major5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    108,164 miles
    Test number
    650649322935
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Vehicle structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryCentral Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Oil leak, but not excessive axle (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisorySuspension component corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  4. Pass106,098 miles (+2,836)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Oct 2025
    Odometer
    106,098 miles
    Test number
    520205803236
    • AdvisoryFuel Pipe/s corroded
    • AdvisorySuspension components corroded

  5. Pass103,262 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Oct 2024
    Odometer
    103,262 miles
    Test number
    400127085205
    • AdvisoryFuel Pipe/s corroded
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisorySuspension components corroded

  6. Fail103,262 miles (+3,363)1 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    103,262 miles
    Test number
    768738400935
    • MajorBrake pipe excessively corroded both rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryFuel Pipe/s corroded
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisorySuspension components corroded

  7. Pass99,899 miles (+3,234)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    12 Oct 2023
    Odometer
    99,899 miles
    Test number
    506456666958
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  8. Pass96,665 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Oct 2022
    Odometer
    96,665 miles
    Test number
    816244817144
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisorySlight leak and play in o/s/f hub

  9. Fail96,665 miles (+2,770)2 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    96,665 miles
    Test number
    149507157485
    • MajorCentral Exhaust system insecure (6.1.2 (a))
    • MajorExhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases rear and centre (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisorySlight leak and play in o/s/f hub

  10. Pass93,895 miles (+1,900)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Oct 2021
    Odometer
    93,895 miles
    Test number
    114049646876
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Fuel Pipe/s corroded

  11. Pass91,995 miles (+2,285)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Oct 2020
    Odometer
    91,995 miles
    Test number
    874939175423
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material axle (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Axle has slight vertical movement between stub axle and axle beam (5.1.2 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront axle seals leaking slightly

  12. Pass89,710 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Oct 2019
    Odometer
    89,710 miles
    Test number
    717621343011
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material on axle (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside front hub seal leaking

  13. Fail89,710 miles (+2,425)1 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    89,710 miles
    Test number
    839588004041
    • MajorOffside Front Wheel bearing has excessive play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material on axle (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside front hub seal leaking

  14. Pass87,285 miles
    MOT expiry
    10 Oct 2018
    Odometer
    87,285 miles
    Test number
    925692066809

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Fail87,285 miles (+6,066)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    87,285 miles
    Test number
    509685177279
    • FailureExhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureFront wheel bearing has excessive play Osf (2.5.A.3c)

  16. Pass81,219 miles (+98)
    MOT expiry
    4 Oct 2017
    Odometer
    81,219 miles
    Test number
    513168839374

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Fail81,121 miles (+5,562)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    81,121 miles
    Test number
    815714761497
    • FailureFront wheel bearing has excessive play Osf (2.5.A.3c)

  18. Pass75,559 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    4 Oct 2016
    Odometer
    75,559 miles
    Test number
    331843631956
    • AdvisoryMetal breather pipes for front differentials slighly corroded

  19. Fail75,559 miles (+6,554)3 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    75,559 miles
    Test number
    218694768874
    • Repaired at testExhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases center and backbox (7.1.2)
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryMetal breather pipes for front differentials slighly corroded

  20. Pass69,005 miles (+6,641)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    3 Oct 2015
    Odometer
    69,005 miles
    Test number
    378106574249
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  21. Fail62,364 miles2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    62,364 miles
    Test number
    297077373276
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • Repaired at testOffside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

  22. Pass62,364 miles (+6,956)
    MOT expiry
    3 Oct 2014
    Odometer
    62,364 miles
    Test number
    707897873226

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass55,408 miles2 notes
    MOT expiry
    30 Sept 2013
    Odometer
    55,408 miles
    Test number
    447055472228
    • NoteOil leak
    • NoteO/s/r tyre cracking

  24. Fail55,408 miles (+3,830)1 repaired2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    55,408 miles
    Test number
    807035372289
    • Repaired at testOffside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • NoteOil leak
    • NoteO/s/r tyre cracking

  25. Pass51,578 miles (+12,784)5 notes
    MOT expiry
    6 Apr 2013
    Odometer
    51,578 miles
    Test number
    445205692018
    • NoteN/s front tyre worn on outer edge
    • NoteO/s mirror cracked
    • NoteOil leak
    • NoteRear brakes slightly uneven
    • NoteRear silencer corroded

  26. Pass38,794 miles
    MOT expiry
    6 Apr 2012
    Odometer
    38,794 miles
    Test number
    517147591088

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about L8 BEU

Does L8 BEU currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on L8 BEU expired on 26 Oct 2026, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on L8 BEU?
The MOT on L8 BEU expired on 26 Oct 2026. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has L8 BEU done?
L8 BEU was recorded at 109,977 miles at its MOT on 28 Oct 2026, an average of 4,575 miles a year.
Has L8 BEU ever failed its MOT?
Yes. L8 BEU has failed 10 of its 26 MOT tests, most recently on 28 Oct 2026.
Has the mileage on L8 BEU ever gone down?
No. The odometer reading went up or stayed the same at every MOT test on record. Service records are still worth checking.
What did the latest MOT on L8 BEU find?
L8 BEU failed its latest MOT on 28 Oct 2026 with 1 dangerous defect, 16 major defects and 1 advisory: front brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick; central rear upper stop lamp(s) not working; emissions unable to be completed due to excessive exhaust leak, and 15 more.

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