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DG55 UAU

2005 Suzuki Jimny

Red Petrol 1328cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 Dec 2022
Tests18 (13 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate72.2%

Mileage

86,391 mi
Last recorded86,391 miles
Recorded on8 Dec 2021
Typical for 2005 Suzuki Jimny55,000 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDG55 UAU
MakeSuzuki
ModelJimny
Year2005
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,328cc

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MOT History

13 pass 5 fail
Pass 8 Dec 2021 86,391 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

both rear inner sills corroded

rear cross member corroded

Fail 7 Dec 2021 86,391 miles

Exhaust carbon monoxide content at idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))

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

Offside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

both rear inner sills corroded

rear cross member corroded

Pass 18 Dec 2020 84,235 miles

Nearside Front Axle swivel pins and bushes swivel pin and/or bush slightly worn (5.1.2 (b) (i))

Nearside Oil leak, but not excessive hub seal (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Fail 4 Dec 2020 84,235 miles

Exhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))

Nearside Front Integral body structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting inner wing at front mounting (6.2.2 (d) (i))

Nearside Rear Integral body structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting inner wing and inner sill at second from rear mounting (6.2.2 (d) (i))

Nearside Rear Integral body structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting inner wing and rear cross member at rear mounting (6.2.2 (d) (i))

Nearside Rear Integral body structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting rear mounting bracket (6.2.2 (d) (i))

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

Offside Front Integral body structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting inner wing at front mounting (6.2.2 (d) (i))

Offside Rear Integral body structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting inner wing and inner sill at second from rear mounting (6.2.2 (d) (i))

Offside Rear Integral body structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting inner wing and rear cross member at rear mounting (6.2.2 (d) (i))

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

Nearside Front Axle swivel pins and bushes swivel pin and/or bush slightly worn (5.1.2 (b) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive both front hub seals (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 8 Jun 2019 80,127 miles

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

Underbody has slight corrosion various areas

Pass 14 Apr 2018 70,549 miles
Pass 14 Jan 2017 61,116 miles
Pass 6 Oct 2015 50,793 miles
Pass 27 Oct 2014 46,826 miles

Fuel pipe/s corroded

unable to check full lenght of outter sills due to covers

Fail 27 Oct 2014 46,826 miles

Fuel pipe/s corroded

Offside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

unable to check full lenght of outter sills due to covers

Pass 28 Oct 2013 42,897 miles
Pass 30 Oct 2012 38,979 miles

nearside front tyre between 2 and 3mm

nearside rear tyre on 3mm and cracks in tread

offside rear tyre on 3mm and cracks in tread and inner wall

Fail 27 Oct 2012 38,960 miles

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

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

nearside front tyre between 2 and 3mm

nearside rear tyre on 3mm and cracks in tread

offside rear tyre on 3mm and cracks in tread and inner wall

Pass 31 Oct 2011 35,232 miles

both rear tyres have cracks in outter and inner walls

offside front swivel joint has slight dampness

offside rear tyre on 3mm and worn on inner edge

unable to check full lenght of outter sills due to plastic covers

Pass 1 Oct 2010 30,585 miles

offside rear tyre worn on edges

slight wear on front brake discs

Pass 26 Sep 2009 25,500 miles

front brake discs slight corrosion and wear

nearside front tyre wearing on outter edge

Pass 12 Sep 2008 20,873 miles
Fail 12 Sep 2008 20,873 miles

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

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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DG55 UAU 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 72.2%.

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 DG55 UAU, 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 DG55 UAU registered?

DG55 UAU is a 2005 Suzuki Jimny, first registered on 29 September 2005.

Is DG55 UAU safe to buy?

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