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DX05 YRS

2005 Suzuki Jimny

Blue Petrol 1328cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Jan 2018
Tests12 (9 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

61,500 mi
Last recorded61,500 miles
Recorded on4 Jan 2017
Typical for 2005 Suzuki Jimny55,000 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDX05 YRS
MakeSuzuki
ModelJimny
Year2005
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,328cc

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MOT History

9 pass 3 fail
Pass 4 Jan 2017 61,500 miles

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

Offside Front Oil leak swivel joint has slight leak ()

Fail 4 Jan 2017 61,499 miles

Front Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)

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

Pass 4 Jan 2016 56,764 miles

Offside Front Lower Front suspension has slight play in a pin or bush of an upper wishbone inner bearing (2.5.B.1a)

Pass 19 Jan 2015 53,228 miles
Fail 19 Jan 2015 53,228 miles

Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)

Offside Front front brake binding (3.7.B.1)

front brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)

Pass 22 Jan 2014 47,905 miles

slight cracking on off side front tyre

Fail 22 Jan 2014 47,905 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too far to the right (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too far to the right (1.8)

slight cracking on off side front tyre

Pass 29 Jan 2013 41,422 miles

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

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

Pass 25 Jan 2012 34,242 miles

both front tyres have slight cracking across tread area

plastic sill covers fitted unable to carry out full sill inspection

Pass 14 Jan 2011 27,605 miles

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

plastic sill covers fitted unable to carry out full sill inspection

Pass 21 Jan 2010 18,214 miles

plastic sill covers fitted unable to catrry out full sill inspection

Pass 29 Aug 2008 8,529 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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DX05 YRS is a 2005 Suzuki Jimny in Blue with a 1,328cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 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 DX05 YRS, 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 DX05 YRS registered?

DX05 YRS is a 2005 Suzuki Jimny, first registered on 31 December 2005.

Is DX05 YRS safe to buy?

The MOT history for DX05 YRS shows 12 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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