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CF55 NWV

2005 Suzuki Jimny

Silver Petrol 1298cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires24 Nov 2025
Tests17 (14 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate82.4%

Mileage

50,559 mi
Last recorded50,559 miles
Recorded on25 Nov 2024
Typical for 2005 Suzuki Jimny55,000 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationCF55 NWV
MakeSuzuki
ModelJimny
Year2005
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,298cc

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MOT History

14 pass 3 fail
Pass 25 Nov 2024 50,559 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases Leaking from rear joint (6.1.2 (a))

Nearside Front Lower Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))

Nearside Front Vehicle structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security (6.2.2 (d) (i))

Offside Front Lower Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))

Offside Front Vehicle structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security (6.2.2 (d) (i))

Fail 29 Oct 2024 50,549 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))

Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength Anti roll bar mounting area (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Axle swivel pins and bushes swivel pin and/or bush excessively worn /wheel bearing (5.1.2 (b) (i))

Offside Front Oil leaking excessively from transmission Leaking from axle swivel casing (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Front Anti-roll bar attachment bracket/mounting insecure and impairing directional stability (5.3.3 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases Leaking on rear joint (6.1.2 (a))

Nearside Front Lower Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))

Nearside Front Vehicle structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security (6.2.2 (d) (i))

Offside Front Lower Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))

Offside Front Vehicle structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security (6.2.2 (d) (i))

Pass 6 Oct 2023 39,971 miles

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material All covered in mud/ underseal (1.1.11 (c))

Nearside Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))

Offside Front Fluid leak, but not excessive Hub swivel housing seal leaking slightly (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Bumper slightly damaged

Offside Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))

Pass 3 Oct 2022 29,813 miles
Pass 9 Jan 2019 29,546 miles
Fail 9 Jan 2019 29,546 miles

Nearside All outline marker lamps not working (4.2.1 (a))

Supplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))

Front Undertray likely to become detached (8.1.1 (b) (ii))

Nearside Rear Road wheel more than one fixing loose (5.2.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 21 Dec 2017 26,010 miles

4WD light flashing green

4WD vacume pipes rusty and corroded

Offside Steering component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.2.C.1h)

Shock absorber has slight external damage to the casing all four (2.7.2a)

coil spring corroded all four (2.4.C.1b)

rear exhaust box corroded

underside of vehicle including front and rear axle rusty and corroded

Pass 12 Dec 2016 25,410 miles
Pass 4 Dec 2015 24,418 miles
Pass 27 Nov 2014 22,726 miles

Offside Front Steering component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.2.C.1h)

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

exhaust corroded

Pass 22 Nov 2013 21,231 miles
Pass 12 Dec 2012 19,613 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has slight corrosion to the casing (2.7.2a)

Offside Rear Shock absorber has slight corrosion to the casing (2.7.2a)

rear silencer corroded

Fail 11 Dec 2012 19,601 miles

Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b) DANGEROUS

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has slight corrosion to the casing (2.7.2a)

Offside Rear Shock absorber has slight corrosion to the casing (2.7.2a)

Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

rear silencer corroded

Pass 20 Dec 2011 17,770 miles

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

Rear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

offside front tyre outer sidewall deteriorating

Pass 13 Dec 2010 15,953 miles
Pass 18 Dec 2009 14,008 miles
Pass 9 Dec 2008 11,369 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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CF55 NWV is a 2005 Suzuki Jimny in Silver with a 1,298cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 82.4%.

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 CF55 NWV, 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 CF55 NWV registered?

CF55 NWV is a 2005 Suzuki Jimny, first registered on 16 December 2005.

Is CF55 NWV safe to buy?

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