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DA05 RKF

2005 Suzuki Jimny

Red Petrol 1328cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires10 Aug 2024
Tests18 (14 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

95,349 mi
Last recorded95,349 miles
Recorded on11 Aug 2023
Typical for 2005 Suzuki Jimny55,000 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDA05 RKF
MakeSuzuki
ModelJimny
Year2005
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,328cc

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MOT History

14 pass 4 fail
Pass 11 Aug 2023 95,349 miles

Rear Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 26 Jul 2022 104,311 miles

ALL BRAKE PIPES COVERED IN UNDERSEAL

Front N/S & O/S CORROSION UNDER BONNET BUT OUTSIDE PRESCRIBED AREA

N/S & O/S SILL PROTECTORS FITTED

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Fail 26 Jul 2022 104,305 miles

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Road wheel fixing missing ONE MISSING OFF ALL 4 WHEELS (5.2.1 (a) (i))

ALL BRAKE PIPES COVERED IN UNDERSEAL

Front N/S & O/S CORROSION UNDER BONNET BUT OUTSIDE PRESCRIBED AREA

N/S & O/S SILL PROTECTORS FITTED

Nearside Rear BODY MOUNT CORRODED

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Pass 25 Jun 2020 98,887 miles
Pass 21 Mar 2019 96,160 miles

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

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

Offside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective Condensation (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Fail 15 Mar 2019 96,152 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))

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

Fluid leak, but not excessive Rea fuel pipe corroded and fuel is seeping (8.4.1 (a) (i))

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

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

Offside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective Condensation (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 12 Jan 2018 91,223 miles
Pass 13 Jan 2017 87,315 miles
Pass 15 Jan 2016 82,574 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Pass 16 Jan 2015 74,491 miles

Offside Axle swivel joint has slight play (2.5.A.3b)

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

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Pass 24 Jan 2014 67,404 miles
Pass 4 Jul 2012 61,431 miles

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

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

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

Pass 7 Jul 2011 56,966 miles
Pass 21 Jul 2010 42,844 miles
Fail 14 Jul 2010 42,844 miles

Offside Front Axle king pin has excessive play in pin and/or bush adversely affecting the steering (2.5.A.3a)

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

Pass 25 Jun 2009 31,952 miles
Fail 23 Jun 2009 31,952 miles

Nearside Front Axle king pin has excessive play in pin and/or bush adversely affecting the steering (2.5.A.3a)

Pass 25 Jun 2008 20,587 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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DA05 RKF is a 2005 Suzuki Jimny in Red with a 1,328cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

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 DA05 RKF, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was DA05 RKF registered?

DA05 RKF is a 2005 Suzuki Jimny, first registered on 19 July 2005.

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