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AK55 WRX

2005 Suzuki Jimny

Blue Petrol 1298cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 Jul 2019
Tests18 (11 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate61.1%

Mileage

83,776 mi
Last recorded83,776 miles
Recorded on17 Jun 2019
Typical for 2005 Suzuki Jimny55,000 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAK55 WRX
MakeSuzuki
ModelJimny
Year2005
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,298cc

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MOT History

11 pass 7 fail
Fail 17 Jun 2019 83,776 miles

Exhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))

Exhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))

Exhaust carbon monoxide content at idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (b))

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material all underneath pipes (1.1.11 (c))

Coil spring corroded all four (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Rear Prop shaft joint worn, but not excessively (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Pass 3 Jul 2018 83,301 miles

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

Nearside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Fail 3 Jul 2018 83,301 miles

Exhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))

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

Nearside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 7 Jun 2017 82,923 miles
Fail 7 Jun 2017 82,922 miles

Battery insecure (1.9.1)

Pass 19 Dec 2015 81,621 miles
Fail 19 Dec 2015 81,621 miles

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Fail 30 Dec 2014 79,303 miles

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 30 Dec 2014 79,303 miles
Pass 5 Feb 2014 77,045 miles

Nearside Rear Lower Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)

Pass 19 Feb 2013 66,112 miles
Pass 2 Aug 2012 62,877 miles
Fail 9 Jul 2012 62,541 miles

Centre Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Offside Front Lower Steering pivot point has excessive play (2.2.B.1g)

Offside Front Tie bar/rod has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Pass 29 Jul 2011 55,526 miles

Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

all brake pipes heavily greased

Pass 14 Jul 2010 50,467 miles
Pass 20 Jul 2009 41,905 miles
Fail 10 Jul 2009 88,333 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

Pass 1 Jul 2008 28,785 miles

o/s/r shockabsorber leaking slightly

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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AK55 WRX is a 2005 Suzuki Jimny in Blue with a 1,298cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 61.1%.

Across all 2005 Suzuki Jimny models, the average MOT pass rate is 75.7% with a typical mileage of 55,000 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 AK55 WRX, 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 21 years old, this Suzuki Jimny is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was AK55 WRX registered?

AK55 WRX is a 2005 Suzuki Jimny, first registered on 29 September 2005.

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