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CE05 DVG

2005 Suzuki Jimny

Beige Petrol 1328cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires13 Apr 2027
Tests20 (15 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

97,941 mi
Last recorded97,941 miles
Recorded on14 Apr 2026
Typical for 2005 Suzuki Jimny55,000 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationCE05 DVG
MakeSuzuki
ModelJimny
Year2005
ColourBeige
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,328cc

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MOT History

15 pass 5 fail
Pass 14 Apr 2026 97,941 miles

Underbody corrosion

Fail 7 Apr 2026 97,941 miles

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

Nearside Front Seat belt webbing significantly weakened cut greater than 4mm (7.1.2 (b))

Underbody corrosion

Pass 10 Apr 2025 95,642 miles

Slight leak from steering box

Pass 26 Mar 2024 92,849 miles
Pass 1 Apr 2023 90,679 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 14 Mar 2022 89,339 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

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

Pass 27 Mar 2021 88,515 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 23 May 2016 81,481 miles

eml light is on.

Fail 20 May 2016 81,478 miles

Front Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases at catalytic converter. (7.1.2)

eml light is on.

Pass 15 Jun 2015 72,343 miles
Pass 13 Jun 2014 59,741 miles
Fail 13 Jun 2014 59,741 miles

Battery insecure (1.9.1)

Fail 17 Jun 2013 43,925 miles

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Hazard warning switch faulty (1.4.B.1d)

Pass 17 Jun 2013 43,925 miles
Pass 6 Sep 2012 38,250 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Fail 13 Apr 2011 26,730 miles

Nearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Offside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 13 Apr 2011 26,730 miles
Pass 6 Apr 2010 20,472 miles
Pass 4 Mar 2009 18,366 miles
Pass 4 Mar 2008 12,950 miles

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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CE05 DVG is a 2005 Suzuki Jimny in Beige with a 1,328cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 CE05 DVG, 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 CE05 DVG registered?

CE05 DVG is a 2005 Suzuki Jimny, first registered on 1 March 2005.

Is CE05 DVG safe to buy?

The MOT history for CE05 DVG shows 20 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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