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CF05 JRZ

2005 Suzuki Jimny

Red Petrol 1298cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Sep 2021
Tests15 (13 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate86.7%

Mileage

96,362 mi
Last recorded96,362 miles
Recorded on18 Sep 2020
Typical for 2005 Suzuki Jimny55,000 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationCF05 JRZ
MakeSuzuki
ModelJimny
Year2005
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,298cc

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MOT History

13 pass 2 fail
Pass 18 Sep 2020 96,362 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Offside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))

all 4 (four) shock absorber casings corroding

both inner side sills corroding at rear

Fail 17 Sep 2020 96,361 miles

Front Brakes imbalanced across an axle by more than 50% (1.2.1 (b) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Offside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))

all 4 (four) shock absorber casings corroding

both inner side sills corroding at rear

Pass 9 Sep 2019 87,239 miles

Front Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Gearbox mounting defective ()

Pass 10 Sep 2018 78,504 miles

fuel lines corroding

Pass 11 Sep 2017 70,251 miles

Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded axle both (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 28 Sep 2016 64,076 miles

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Rear Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. 27% (3.7.B.5b)

brake pedal rubber wearing smooth

diff breather pipes corroded

plastic sill covers fitted

rear diff has slight oil leak

rear exhaust skin corroded

Pass 28 Sep 2015 63,724 miles
Fail 25 Sep 2015 63,724 miles

Front Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Pass 30 Sep 2014 62,343 miles
Pass 18 Sep 2013 62,101 miles

grease around offside swivel hub and brake back plate

high level brake light not working

nearside front swivel hub pitted

Pass 21 Aug 2012 56,899 miles

Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1a)

Pass 16 Aug 2011 51,347 miles
Pass 27 Aug 2010 47,334 miles

n.s.f mirror cracked

Pass 20 Aug 2009 40,198 miles

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

Pass 22 Aug 2008 33,923 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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CF05 JRZ is a 2005 Suzuki Jimny in Red with a 1,298cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 86.7%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

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 CF05 JRZ, 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 CF05 JRZ registered?

CF05 JRZ is a 2005 Suzuki Jimny, first registered on 26 August 2005.

Is CF05 JRZ safe to buy?

The MOT history for CF05 JRZ shows 15 tests with a 86.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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