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CN05 VXP

2005 Suzuki Jimny

Red Petrol 1326cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 Jan 2012
Tests5 (2 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate40%

Mileage

114,118 mi
Last recorded114,118 miles
Recorded on22 Nov 2025
Typical for 2005 Suzuki Jimny55,000 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationCN05 VXP
MakeSuzuki
ModelJimny
Year2005
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,326cc

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MOT History

2 pass 3 fail
Fail 22 Nov 2025 114,118 miles

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

Nearside Rear Upper Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Axle swivel joint so worn or insecure in a stub axle that directional stability is impaired (5.1.2 (b) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Brake rod corroded but not seriously weakened (1.1.15 (b))

Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

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

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

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

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

Rear Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Fail 23 May 2025 113,733 miles

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

Brake pedal has insufficient reserve travel (1.1.2 (a))

Nearside Front Brake disc significantly and obviously worn brake disc is badly worn and corroded on inner braking surfaces . (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Offside Front Inner Brake disc significantly and obviously worn inner braking surfaces are worn and badly corroded . (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Service brake efficiency below requirements (1.2.2 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Axle swivel joint so worn or insecure in a stub axle that directional stability is impaired (5.1.2 (b) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Front axle swivel housing seal is leaking badly.

Offside Front axle swivel hosing seal is leaking badly.

front and rear suspension components are badly corroded .

front axle breather pipes are heavily corroded .

Fail 11 Jan 2011 36,330 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

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

Nail in offside rear tyre

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 11 Jan 2011 36,330 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

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

Nail in offside rear tyre

Pass 21 Jan 2010 31,796 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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CN05 VXP is a 2005 Suzuki Jimny in Red with a 1,326cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 40%.

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 CN05 VXP, 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 CN05 VXP registered?

CN05 VXP is a 2005 Suzuki Jimny, first registered on 1 March 2005.

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