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DE55 ESO

2005 Suzuki Jimny

Red Petrol 1328cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires23 Sep 2026
Tests20 (17 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate85%

Mileage

58,554 mi
Last recorded58,554 miles
Recorded on2 Sep 2025
Typical for 2005 Suzuki Jimny55,000 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDE55 ESO
MakeSuzuki
ModelJimny
Year2005
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,328cc

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MOT History

17 pass 3 fail
Pass 2 Sep 2025 58,554 miles
Pass 18 Sep 2024 58,318 miles

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Rear Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b) (ii))

Pass 20 Sep 2023 58,026 miles

Offside Rear Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b) (ii))

Spare tyre defective ()

Pass 15 Sep 2022 57,300 miles
Fail 15 Sep 2022 57,300 miles

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

Pass 26 Aug 2021 50,333 miles
Pass 23 Sep 2020 49,552 miles

Nearside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Pass 24 Sep 2019 48,884 miles
Pass 15 Sep 2018 47,944 miles

Front Items removed from driver's view prior to test Air freshener ()

Pass 30 Aug 2017 46,871 miles
Fail 30 Aug 2017 46,871 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

Pass 16 Sep 2016 45,878 miles

Offside Rear Seat belt stitching slightly frayed (5.2.2b)

Pass 12 Sep 2015 44,316 miles
Pass 19 Sep 2014 41,763 miles
Pass 21 Oct 2013 33,098 miles
Fail 21 Oct 2013 33,098 miles

Nearside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Nearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 21 Sep 2012 19,415 miles
Pass 21 Sep 2011 9,508 miles

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

Pass 24 May 2010 9,260 miles
Pass 29 May 2009 7,842 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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DE55 ESO is a 2005 Suzuki Jimny in Red with a 1,328cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85%.

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 DE55 ESO, 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 DE55 ESO registered?

DE55 ESO is a 2005 Suzuki Jimny, first registered on 29 September 2005.

Is DE55 ESO safe to buy?

The MOT history for DE55 ESO shows 20 tests with a 85% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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