2009 Suzuki Jimny 1.3L Petrol · CV09 EUU

The vehicle shows a stable but aging maintenance profile, with the most recent MOT test on 22 September 2025 at 51,186 miles indicating a pass following a failure. The failure was specifically due to an insecure steering column universal joint, a significant mechanical issue that required rectification to achieve the pass. While the vehicle is currently roadworthy, the presence of recurring advisories suggests a pattern of minor neglect regarding consumables and minor leaks. The mileage pattern is exceptionally low for a 2009 vehicle, averaging approximately 3,011 miles per year. The record shows very gradual progression, moving from 47,275 miles in 2019 to 51,186 miles in 2025. This low usage often implies the vehicle has spent significant time stationary, which aligns with the recurring advisories for perishing or cracking tyres seen in 2021, 2022, and 2025. Such patterns can lead to rubber degradation even if tread depth remains sufficient. A prospective buyer should focus on the persistent oil leak noted in every test from September 2022 through to the most recent test in 2025. Although the tester classified this as not excessive, the longevity of this fault suggests a slow, ongoing seepage that warrants a close inspection of seals and gaskets. The 2022 failure regarding high carbon monoxide emissions also indicates that the engine's combustion efficiency has been an intermittent concern in the past. Inspection of the steering system is necessary to ensure the universal joint repair was thorough. Given the low mileage and the age of the vehicle, check all rubber components, including suspension bushes and tyre sidewalls, for signs of age-related cracking. The windscreen damage noted in the 2025 test should also be verified to ensure no new chips or cracks have developed that could compromise structural integrity or driver visibility.