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DV05 LDJ

2005 Suzuki Jimny

Beige Petrol 1328cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 May 2024
Tests20 (15 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

93,685 mi
Last recorded93,685 miles
Recorded on27 May 2023
Typical for 2005 Suzuki Jimny55,000 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDV05 LDJ
MakeSuzuki
ModelJimny
Year2005
ColourBeige
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,328cc

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MOT History

15 pass 5 fail
Pass 27 May 2023 93,685 miles
Pass 4 Jun 2020 91,616 miles

Boot floor has corrosion in vehicle and on underside

Coil spring corroded both front, and nearside rear (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Engine oil sump is corroded

Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases rear exhaust pipe and joints also corroded (6.1.2 (a))

Inner sills are corroded, on near and offside

Manufacturers sill covers fitted restricting inspection of components

Offside Rear Integral body structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security corroded and holed, nearside is also corroded (6.2.2 (d) (i))

Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive panhard mount area, on near and offside (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Rear Suspension rod corroded but not seriously weakened Panhard rod (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Rear Upper Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive shock absorber mount area, on near and offside (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Rear Upper Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive near and offside (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Wheel bearing has slight play Offside rear and nearside front (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Fail 2 Jun 2020 91,612 miles

Offside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded front to rear pipe (1.1.11 (c))

Boot floor has corrosion in vehicle and on underside

Coil spring corroded both front, and nearside rear (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Engine coolant level on 'low'

Engine oil sump is corroded

Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases rear exhaust pipe and joints also corroded (6.1.2 (a))

Inner sills are corroded, on near and offside

Manufacturers sill covers fitted restricting inspection of components

Offside Rear Integral body structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security corroded and holed, nearside is also corroded (6.2.2 (d) (i))

Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material brake pipe on axle, near and offside corroded (1.1.11 (c))

Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive panhard mount area, on near and offside (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Rear Suspension rod corroded but not seriously weakened Panhard rod (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Rear Upper Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive shock absorber mount area, on near and offside (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Rear Upper Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive near and offside (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Wheel bearing has slight play Offside rear and nearside front (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Pass 22 Oct 2018 82,109 miles

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

Pass 28 Feb 2018 77,636 miles

Central Rear Body has slight corrosion boot floor (6.1.B.2)

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

Fail 27 Feb 2018 77,636 miles

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

Offside Front coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)

Central Rear Body has slight corrosion boot floor (6.1.B.2)

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

Pass 15 Feb 2017 68,112 miles

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

Fail 15 Feb 2017 68,112 miles

Nearside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)

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

Pass 29 Feb 2016 58,995 miles

Brake pipe slightly corroded by fuel tank going to rear (3.6.B.2c)

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

offside front swivel leaking oil

Pass 20 Feb 2015 51,728 miles
Pass 27 Mar 2014 47,438 miles
Fail 27 Mar 2014 47,438 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 19 Mar 2013 40,361 miles
Pass 12 Apr 2012 36,055 miles

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

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

Pass 13 Mar 2012 35,382 miles

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

UNABLE TO CHECK REAR SEAT BELTS NO SEATS FITTED

Fail 12 Mar 2012 35,382 miles

Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Nearside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

NOT ABLE TO CHECK EMISSIONS DUE TO BROKEN EXHAUST

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

UNABLE TO CHECK REAR SEAT BELTS NO SEATS FITTED

Pass 9 Mar 2011 29,273 miles

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

Pass 10 Mar 2010 24,332 miles
Pass 10 Mar 2009 19,319 miles
Pass 4 Apr 2008 14,675 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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DV05 LDJ is a 2005 Suzuki Jimny in Beige with a 1,328cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 DV05 LDJ, 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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DV05 LDJ is a 2005 Suzuki Jimny, first registered on 25 April 2005.

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