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EA05 AVV

2005 Suzuki Jimny

Green Petrol 1328cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires16 Sep 2026
Tests22 (19 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate86.4%

Mileage

66,196 mi
Last recorded66,196 miles
Recorded on17 Sep 2025
Typical for 2005 Suzuki Jimny55,000 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEA05 AVV
MakeSuzuki
ModelJimny
Year2005
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,328cc

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MOT History

19 pass 3 fail
Pass 17 Sep 2025 66,196 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 2 Sep 2024 62,217 miles
Fail 28 Aug 2024 62,217 miles

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))

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

Nearside Rear Service brake effort inadequate at a wheel (1.2.1 (a) (i))

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

Pass 24 Aug 2023 58,944 miles

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

Rear rear silencer outer heat shield coming away

Pass 8 Sep 2022 57,162 miles
Pass 27 Aug 2021 54,368 miles

Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both sides (5.2.3 (e))

Fail 25 Aug 2021 54,359 miles

Nearside Rear Service brake effort inadequate at a wheel (1.2.1 (a) (i))

Offside Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

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

Service brake efficiency below requirements (1.2.2 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear backplate oil contaminated

Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both sides (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 9 Sep 2020 52,007 miles
Pass 5 Sep 2019 46,933 miles
Pass 4 Sep 2018 41,964 miles
Fail 4 Sep 2018 41,964 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high and too far to the left. (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 24 Aug 2017 39,258 miles
Pass 25 Aug 2016 33,804 miles
Pass 3 Sep 2015 26,026 miles

Nearside Front Tyre perished

Nearside Rear Tyre perished

Offside Front Tyre perished

Offside Rear Tyre perished

Pass 11 Sep 2014 18,758 miles
Pass 17 Feb 2014 17,666 miles
Pass 18 Feb 2013 17,226 miles
Pass 21 Feb 2012 16,100 miles
Pass 22 Feb 2011 14,665 miles
Pass 23 Feb 2010 12,824 miles
Pass 24 Feb 2009 10,207 miles
Pass 27 Feb 2008 7,919 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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EA05 AVV is a 2005 Suzuki Jimny in Green with a 1,328cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 86.4%.

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 EA05 AVV, 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 EA05 AVV registered?

EA05 AVV is a 2005 Suzuki Jimny, first registered on 31 March 2005.

Is EA05 AVV safe to buy?

The MOT history for EA05 AVV shows 22 tests with a 86.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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