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Suzuki Jimny

Red · Petrol · 2001 · 1,298 cc

Y208 GTGMOT history

Y208 GTG is a red petrol Suzuki Jimny first used on 12 Apr 2001. Its MOT expired on 23 Jan 2025 and it has passed 18 of 25 MOT tests, with 130,441 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 4 Jan 2024.

Y208 GTG red Suzuki Jimny – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a Suzuki Jimny, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Expired
On 23 Jan 2025
Mileage
130,441 mi
At MOT on 4 Jan 2024
MOT tests
25
18 passed · 7 failed
Per year
5,800 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
Y208 GTG
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Suzuki
Model
Jimny
Colour
Red
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,298 cc
Year of manufacture
2001
First used
12 Apr 2001
MOT status
MOT expired on 23 Jan 2025
Latest MOT test
4 Jan 2024 (Pass)

Mileage history

Y208 GTG was last recorded at 130,441 miles on 4 Jan 2024, 3,173 miles more than at the previous MOT on 24 Jan 2023.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
127,268 miles · 24 Jan 2023
Between the last two tests
3,173 miles
Average per year
5,800 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2024 – 130,441 miles
  • 2023 – 127,268 miles
  • 2022 – 125,026 miles
  • 2021 – 117,924 miles
  • 2019 – 113,588 miles
  • 2018 – 106,428 miles
  • 2017 – 99,353 miles
  • 2016 – 84,623 miles
  • 2015 – 81,999 miles
  • 2014 – 76,630 miles
  • 2013 – 73,750 miles
  • 2012 – 70,131 miles
  • 2011 – 64,517 miles
  • 2010 – 57,966 miles
  • 2009 – 50,427 miles
  • 2008 – 43,000 miles
  • 2007 – 34,817 miles
  • 2006 – 26,518 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass130,441 miles
  • AdvisoryFront Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule offside and nearside hoses to calipers are corroded at inner wing end (1.1.12 (f) (i))
  • AdvisoryFront Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output offside and nearside protective coating has faded (4.1.4 (b))
  • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive engine oil leak (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule hose from body to axle (1.1.12 (f) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Exhaust mounting defective mount for rear silencer (6.1.2 (a))
  • AdvisoryRear Towbar component corroded, but not excessively tow bar brackets are corroded (6.1.6 (a))
  • AdvisoryRear Wheel bearing has slight play offside and nearside (5.1.3 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryRear exhaust emissions failed at first attempt on high lambda but did pass at second attempt

What MOT advisories 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.

  • Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2011–2017

  • Offside Rear Valve stem slightly damaged

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2022–2023

  • Nearside Rear Trailing arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2016–2017

  • Offside Rear Trailing arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2016–2017

  • Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material offside and nearside pipes to flexi hoses are covered in grease

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

  • Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output offside and nearside, protective coating has faded

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

Full MOT history

25 tests since 3 Feb 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass130,441 miles (+3,173)8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Jan 2025
    Odometer
    130,441 miles
    Test number
    479708333167
    • AdvisoryFront Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule offside and nearside hoses to calipers are corroded at inner wing end (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output offside and nearside protective coating has faded (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive engine oil leak (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule hose from body to axle (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Exhaust mounting defective mount for rear silencer (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryRear Towbar component corroded, but not excessively tow bar brackets are corroded (6.1.6 (a))
    • AdvisoryRear Wheel bearing has slight play offside and nearside (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear exhaust emissions failed at first attempt on high lambda but did pass at second attempt
  2. Pass127,268 miles (+14)10 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Jan 2024
    Odometer
    127,268 miles
    Test number
    691251483067
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material offside and nearside pipes to flexi hoses are covered in grease (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryFront Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output offside and nearside, protective coating has faded (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge tyre is very close to limit (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing tyre is perished and cracking (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Fuel Pipe/s corroded pipes from tank to front are corroded
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Valve stem slightly damaged (5.2.3 (j))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule offside and nearside hoses from body to axle (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material offside and nearside pipes that run across axle (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases at connection for rear silencer box (6.1.2 (a))
  3. Fail127,254 miles (+2,228)2 major10 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    127,254 miles
    Test number
    524658427979
    • MajorNearside Rear Integral body structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting inner and outer sill next to body mounting and within 30cm of a seal belt anchorage point (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Integral body structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting inner and outer sill next to body mount and within 30cm of seat belt anchorage point (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material offside and nearside pipes to flexi hoses are covered in grease (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryFront Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output offside and nearside, protective coating has faded (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge tyre is very close to limit (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing tyre is perished and cracking (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Fuel Pipe/s corroded pipes from tank to front are corroded
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Valve stem slightly damaged (5.2.3 (j))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule offside and nearside hoses from body to axle (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material offside and nearside pipes that run across axle (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases at connection for rear silencer box (6.1.2 (a))
  4. Pass125,026 miles (+7,102)7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Jan 2023
    Odometer
    125,026 miles
    Test number
    425436861551
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases Back box flange (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Also perishing (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Swivel joint seal has some seepage
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Valve stem slightly damaged (5.2.3 (j))
    • AdvisoryRear Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust mounting defective On back box (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Nearside & offside cracking in tread (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
  5. Pass117,924 miles7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Jan 2022
    Odometer
    117,924 miles
    Test number
    916533942851
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material nearside and offside rear covered in underseal. (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front hub seal leaking.
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Valve stem slightly damaged split. (5.2.3 (j))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryTyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing all four tyres heavily perished 205/70/15 H (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryVehicles internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights
  6. Fail117,924 miles (+4,336)2 major7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    117,924 miles
    Test number
    521417299389
    • MajorRear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material nearside and offside rear covered in underseal. (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front hub seal leaking.
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Valve stem slightly damaged split. (5.2.3 (j))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryTyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing all four tyres heavily perished 205/70/15 H (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryVehicles internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights
  7. Pass113,588 miles (+24)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Nov 2020
    Odometer
    113,588 miles
    Test number
    566594676998
    • AdvisoryFuel Pipe/s corroded
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisorySill covers fitted
  8. Fail113,564 miles (+7,136)4 dangerous3 major6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    113,564 miles
    Test number
    693984780916
    • DangerousNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded to the extent that control of the vehicle is likely to be adversely affected (5.3.6 (a) (ii))
    • DangerousNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded to the extent that control of the vehicle is likely to be adversely affected body mounting (5.3.6 (a) (ii))
    • DangerousNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded to the extent that control of the vehicle is likely to be adversely affected body mountings (5.3.6 (a) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded to the extent that control of the vehicle is likely to be adversely affected (5.3.6 (a) (ii))
    • MajorBattery insecure and likely to cause a short circuit (4.13 (a) (ii))
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • MajorOil leaking excessively from engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryBoth head lamps misty
    • AdvisoryFront axle leaking oil
    • AdvisoryFront brake discs scored
    • AdvisoryN/s front brake hose ferrualls corroded
    • AdvisoryRear suspension bushes split
    • AdvisoryTow bar corroded
  9. Pass106,428 miles (+180)
    MOT expiry
    15 Mar 2019
    Odometer
    106,428 miles
    Test number
    645901310221

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Fail106,248 miles (+6,895)3 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    106,248 miles
    Test number
    845803428888
    • FailureFront registration plate not fixed vertically, or as close to vertical as is reasonably practical front plate in windscreen (6.3.2c)
    • FailureOffside Front Steering pivot point has excessive play steering swivel (2.2.B.1g)
    • FailureWindscreen has a sticker or other obstruction encroaching into the swept area by more than 40mm outside zone 'A' number plate in windscreen (8.3.1e)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Oil leak hub swivel leaking diff oil
  11. Pass99,353 miles7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Mar 2018
    Odometer
    99,353 miles
    Test number
    228612037209
    • AdvisoryFront Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Trailing arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Axle swivel joint has slight play (2.5.A.3b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front tyre tread is cracked
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Trailing arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit outer edge (4.1.E.1)
  12. Fail99,353 miles (+14,730)3 failures7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    99,353 miles
    Test number
    396155563483
    • FailureNearside Brake pipe excessively corroded front to rear (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureOffside Brake pipe excessively corroded front to rear (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureRear Brake pipe excessively corroded from compensator to flexi-hose (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryFront Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Trailing arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Axle swivel joint has slight play (2.5.A.3b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front tyre tread is cracked
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Trailing arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit outer edge (4.1.E.1)
  13. Pass84,623 miles (+2,624)9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Mar 2017
    Odometer
    84,623 miles
    Test number
    306541132256
    • AdvisoryCentre Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded over axle to compensator (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Trailing arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Axle swivel joint has slight movement between a swivel joint and its housing (2.5.A.1b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front tyre cracked
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Trailing arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
    • AdvisoryCat converter internals rattling
  14. Pass81,999 miles (+5,369)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    7 Mar 2016
    Odometer
    81,999 miles
    Test number
    147984465053
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • NoteBoth front swivel joints corroded and pitted
  15. Pass76,630 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    7 Mar 2015
    Odometer
    76,630 miles
    Test number
    609961154012
    • NoteBoth front swivel balls corroded and pitted
  16. Fail76,630 miles (+2,880)1 failure1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    76,630 miles
    Test number
    208520354058
    • FailureExhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)
    • NoteBoth front swivel balls corroded and pitted
  17. Pass73,750 miles
    MOT expiry
    7 Mar 2014
    Odometer
    73,750 miles
    Test number
    478926763031

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Fail73,750 miles (+3,619)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    73,750 miles
    Test number
    696556063044
    • Repaired at testRegistration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
  19. Pass70,131 miles (+5,614)
    MOT expiry
    7 Mar 2013
    Odometer
    70,131 miles
    Test number
    199338362471

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass64,517 miles (+6,551)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Feb 2012
    Odometer
    64,517 miles
    Test number
    527854631063
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
  21. Pass57,966 miles (+7,539)
    MOT expiry
    2 Feb 2011
    Odometer
    57,966 miles
    Test number
    163857020400

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass50,427 miles (+7,427)1 note
    MOT expiry
    2 Feb 2010
    Odometer
    50,427 miles
    Test number
    332627419036
    • NoteFront brake pads low
  23. Pass43,000 miles (+8,183)3 notes
    MOT expiry
    2 Feb 2009
    Odometer
    43,000 miles
    Test number
    560002938089
    • NoteBackBox outer skin peeling
    • NoteNail in nearside front tyre
    • NoteNearside front tyre slightly wearing on outer edge
  24. Pass34,817 miles (+8,299)
    MOT expiry
    2 Feb 2008
    Odometer
    34,817 miles
    Test number
    260722637081

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Pass26,518 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    2 Feb 2007
    Odometer
    26,518 miles
    Test number
    461044436080
    • AdvisoryExhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Questions about Y208 GTG

Does Y208 GTG currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on Y208 GTG expired on 23 Jan 2025, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on Y208 GTG?
The MOT on Y208 GTG expired on 23 Jan 2025. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has Y208 GTG done?
Y208 GTG was recorded at 130,441 miles at its MOT on 4 Jan 2024, an average of 5,800 miles a year.
Has Y208 GTG ever failed its MOT?
Yes. Y208 GTG has failed 7 of its 25 MOT tests, most recently on 19 Jan 2023.
Has the mileage on Y208 GTG 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 Y208 GTG find?
Y208 GTG passed its latest MOT on 4 Jan 2024 with 8 advisories: front brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule offside and nearside hoses to calipers are corroded at inner wing end; front headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output offside and nearside protective coating has faded; front oil leak, but not excessive engine oil leak, and 5 more.

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