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EG05 FNY

2005 Suzuki Jimny

Blue Petrol 1328cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires11 Sep 2026
Tests25 (16 pass, 9 fail)
Pass rate64%

Mileage

65,882 mi
Last recorded65,882 miles
Recorded on10 Sep 2025
Typical for 2005 Suzuki Jimny55,000 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEG05 FNY
MakeSuzuki
ModelJimny
Year2005
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,328cc

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MOT History

16 pass 9 fail
Pass 10 Sep 2025 65,882 miles
Fail 10 Sep 2025 65,882 miles

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

Pass 12 Sep 2024 62,577 miles

Offside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Pass 8 Sep 2023 60,081 miles
Pass 12 Sep 2022 57,109 miles
Fail 12 Sep 2022 57,109 miles

Offside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 10 Sep 2021 54,485 miles
Pass 9 Sep 2020 52,421 miles
Fail 9 Sep 2020 52,421 miles

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Pass 10 Sep 2019 49,695 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush Slightly deteriorating. (5.3.2 (c))

Offside Rear Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush slightly deteriorating. (5.3.2 (c))

Fail 10 Sep 2019 49,695 miles

Nearside Rear Passenger's seat insecure (6.2.6 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush Slightly deteriorating. (5.3.2 (c))

Offside Rear Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush slightly deteriorating. (5.3.2 (c))

Pass 10 Sep 2018 43,835 miles

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

Nearside Rear Suspension component pin or bush slightly worn shock bottom bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Suspension component pin or bush slightly worn shock bottom bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Fail 6 Sep 2018 43,795 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

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

Nearside Rear Suspension component pin or bush slightly worn shock bottom bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Suspension component pin or bush slightly worn shock bottom bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 31 Aug 2017 39,723 miles

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

Pass 9 Sep 2016 34,085 miles
Fail 8 Sep 2016 34,085 miles

Offside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Pass 19 May 2016 34,075 miles
Pass 16 Jan 2015 32,238 miles
Fail 16 Jan 2015 32,238 miles

Offside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

Nail in offside rear tyre

Pass 20 Jan 2014 31,575 miles
Fail 20 Jan 2014 31,575 miles

Offside Front Battery insecure (1.9.1)

Pass 29 Sep 2011 27,904 miles
Fail 29 Sep 2011 27,904 miles

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Nearside Rear Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)

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

Offside Rear Rear position lamp(s) incorrect colour (1.1.A.3e)

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

Pass 30 Sep 2010 51,509 miles

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

Pass 11 Aug 2009 23,759 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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EG05 FNY is a 2005 Suzuki Jimny in Blue with a 1,328cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 25 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 64%.

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 EG05 FNY, 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 EG05 FNY registered?

EG05 FNY is a 2005 Suzuki Jimny, first registered on 10 August 2005.

Is EG05 FNY safe to buy?

The MOT history for EG05 FNY shows 25 tests with a 64% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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