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DG05 FXZ

2005 Suzuki Jimny

Red Petrol 1298cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires9 Apr 2027
Tests26 (19 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate73.1%

Mileage

78,129 mi
Last recorded78,129 miles
Recorded on10 Apr 2026
Typical for 2005 Suzuki Jimny55,000 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDG05 FXZ
MakeSuzuki
ModelJimny
Year2005
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,298cc

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MOT History

19 pass 7 fail
Pass 10 Apr 2026 78,129 miles

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

Exhaust mounting defective rubbers split (6.1.2 (a))

Fuel Pipe/s corroded ()

headlamp lenses dull

Fail 27 Mar 2026 78,111 miles

Nearside Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced inner sill, marked with chalk (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Offside Front Axle swivel pins and bushes swivel pin and/or bush excessively worn king pin bearings worn (5.1.2 (b) (i))

Offside Front Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced body mounting below drivers seat area, marked with chalk (6.1.1 (c) (i))

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

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

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

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

Exhaust mounting defective rubbers split (6.1.2 (a))

Fuel Pipe/s corroded ()

Offside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

headlamp lenses dull

Pass 24 Mar 2025 75,885 miles

Brake pipes greased

Fuel Pipe/s corroded Side off fuel tank ()

Head lights dull

Offside Front Lower Axle swivel pins and bushes swivel pin and/or bush slightly worn play in bearing (5.1.2 (b) (i))

Fail 17 Mar 2025 75,847 miles

Exhaust system insecure Rear silencer rubber split (6.1.2 (a))

Offside Front Cab or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a cab mounting inner sill near cab mount (6.2.2 (d) (i))

Offside Rear Brakes imbalanced across an axle low effort (1.2.1 (b) (i))

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

Brake pipes greased

Fuel Pipe/s corroded Side off fuel tank ()

Head lights dull

Offside Front Lower Axle swivel pins and bushes swivel pin and/or bush slightly worn play in bearing (5.1.2 (b) (i))

Pass 26 Feb 2024 73,355 miles

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material all greased (1.1.11 (c))

Fuel Pipe/s corroded ()

Headlights dull

Fail 16 Feb 2024 73,348 miles

Nearside Front Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced inner wing at body mounting (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Nearside Front Wheel bearing has excessive play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material all greased (1.1.11 (c))

Fuel Pipe/s corroded ()

Headlights dull

Offside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Pass 20 Feb 2023 70,749 miles

Fuel Pipe/s corroded ()

handbrake cable bracket loose

Pass 15 Feb 2022 67,643 miles

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material all heavily greased (1.1.11 (c))

front valance behind headlights corroded

sill covers fitted

Fail 31 Jan 2022 67,495 miles

Offside Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced sill central inner (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Offside Rear Brakes imbalanced across an axle (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Integral body structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting inner sill chalked in yellow (6.2.2 (d) (i))

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

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material all heavily greased (1.1.11 (c))

front valance behind headlights corroded

sill covers fitted

Pass 28 Jan 2021 65,395 miles

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material all greased (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 17 Jan 2020 63,639 miles

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

Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both rear on wear markers (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 9 Jan 2019 58,252 miles
Fail 9 Jan 2019 58,252 miles

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

Pass 16 Jan 2018 56,809 miles

Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Fail 16 Jan 2018 56,809 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault cleared fault via scan tool (3.4.1c)

Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Pass 19 Jan 2017 54,453 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)

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

Pass 21 Jan 2016 50,895 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)

Pass 26 Jan 2015 46,230 miles

general vehicle condition corroded

Pass 7 Feb 2014 41,118 miles

Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

both front swivel housing corroded and have a slight oil leak

side skirts fitted not allowing full inspection

Pass 27 Feb 2013 36,375 miles

Rear Lower Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)

both front steering swivel housing cprroded

rear exhaust back box corroded

Pass 11 Feb 2012 31,111 miles
Fail 6 Feb 2012 31,013 miles

Offside Front Steering pivot point has excessive play (2.2.B.1g)

Pass 5 Feb 2011 24,693 miles

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

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

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

wheel alignment req checking as nearside front tyre is wearing on the outer edge

Pass 26 Feb 2010 16,514 miles
Pass 2 Mar 2009 13,373 miles

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

Nearside Rear Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Pass 22 Feb 2008 10,451 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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DG05 FXZ is a 2005 Suzuki Jimny in Red with a 1,298cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 26 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.1%.

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 DG05 FXZ, 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 DG05 FXZ registered?

DG05 FXZ is a 2005 Suzuki Jimny, first registered on 3 March 2005.

Is DG05 FXZ safe to buy?

The MOT history for DG05 FXZ shows 26 tests with a 73.1% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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