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DA05 HJK

2005 Suzuki Jimny

Silver Petrol 1298cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 May 2024
Tests23 (15 pass, 8 fail)
Pass rate65.2%

Mileage

138,011 mi
Last recorded138,011 miles
Recorded on4 Dec 2024
Typical for 2005 Suzuki Jimny55,000 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDA05 HJK
MakeSuzuki
ModelJimny
Year2005
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,298cc

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MOT History

15 pass 8 fail
Fail 4 Dec 2024 138,011 miles

Nearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength Body/floor area. (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced N/s rear body mount plate and body rusty holed. (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Nearside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced Corroded and holed under n/s rear seat. (7.1.1 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Brake prescribed area is excessively corroded Brake shoe back plate excessively rusty and holed. (1.1.21 (e) (i))

Offside Rear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Slow to react when pressing the brake. (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced O/s rear body mount plate and body rusty holed. (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Offside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced Inner sill panel, Floor and outer sill panel missing due to corrosion. (7.1.1 (a) (i))

Rear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Rear Position lamp not working All lights not working. (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Front to rear brake pipe is corroded. (1.1.11 (c))

Complete exhaust system is rusty.

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Both front discs completely rusty. (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Metal fuel pipes are rusty.

N/s brake shoe back plate is rusty.

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Is on 3.5mm. (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge is on 3mm. (5.2.3 (e))

Power steering pipe is extremely rusty. runs along the front under the radiator.

Rear Brake pipe inadequately clipped or supported (1.1.11 (d) (i))

Rear Coil spring corroded Both rear. (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Underside of vehicle is excessively corroded including body and chassis.

Pass 4 May 2023 137,746 miles

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

entire under body covered in under seal

Pass 17 Mar 2022 131,336 miles

Nearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

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

Rear Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))

Fail 15 Mar 2022 131,336 miles

Offside Rear Service brake lagging in operation (1.2.1 (d))

Nearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

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

Rear Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))

Fail 7 Feb 2022 131,280 miles

Nearside Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced (7.1.1 (a) (i))

Offside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced (7.1.1 (a) (i))

Nearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

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

Rear Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 17 Feb 2021 120,482 miles
Pass 13 Feb 2020 112,404 miles

Offside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Fail 12 Feb 2020 112,345 miles

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

Offside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 15 Feb 2019 104,971 miles

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

Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Fail 15 Feb 2019 104,971 miles

Front All position lamps not working (4.2.1 (a))

Offside Front Inner Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced sill (7.1.1 (a) (i))

Offside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint likely to become detached (5.3.4 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

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

Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Pass 6 Feb 2018 95,462 miles
Fail 5 Feb 2018 95,457 miles

Front Windscreen has a sticker or other obstruction encroaching into the swept area by more than 40mm outside zone 'A' centre (8.3.1e)

Offside Brake pipe excessively corroded front to rear (3.6.B.2c)

Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded axle x2 (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 3 Feb 2017 88,699 miles

Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Front axle swivel joint leaking oil

Offside Rear bumper damaged

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

Pass 30 Nov 2015 79,997 miles

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

Pass 1 Dec 2014 72,777 miles
Fail 28 Nov 2014 72,632 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content at idle excessive (7.3.D.4)

Pass 5 Dec 2013 65,985 miles
Fail 29 Nov 2013 65,972 miles

Nearside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 30 Nov 2012 61,436 miles
Pass 14 Oct 2011 56,179 miles

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

PAS pipes are corroded

Pass 11 May 2010 51,619 miles
Pass 22 May 2009 39,678 miles
Pass 3 Jun 2008 31,245 miles

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

slight end float in both rear wheel bearings

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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DA05 HJK is a 2005 Suzuki Jimny in Silver with a 1,298cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 65.2%.

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 DA05 HJK, 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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DA05 HJK is a 2005 Suzuki Jimny, first registered on 1 June 2005.

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