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ET05 BGY

2005 Suzuki Jimny

Silver Petrol 1298cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 Nov 2020
Tests13 (12 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.3%

Mileage

52,191 mi
Last recorded52,191 miles
Recorded on6 Nov 2019
Typical for 2005 Suzuki Jimny55,000 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationET05 BGY
MakeSuzuki
ModelJimny
Year2005
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,298cc

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MOT History

12 pass 1 fail
Pass 6 Nov 2019 52,191 miles
Pass 2 Feb 2018 45,948 miles

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

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

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Sill covers fitted

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Pass 7 Feb 2017 42,687 miles

Sill covers fitted

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Pass 8 Feb 2016 37,621 miles

Engine warning light on

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Fail 8 Feb 2016 37,621 miles

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

Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Engine warning light on

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Pass 28 Jan 2015 33,606 miles

Engine light on

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

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Oil leak

Sill covers fitted

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Pass 31 Jan 2014 29,453 miles

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

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Pass 18 Dec 2012 22,145 miles

Front Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Pass 2 Jul 2012 21,759 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

body damage to offside rear covered by tape

all tyres have perished outter side walls (no cords showing at time of test)

Pass 28 Jun 2011 18,394 miles

Accident damage to rear bumper but no sharp edges

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

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

n/s/f tyre as cracks to outside wall

n/s/r tyre as cracks to outside wall

o/s/f/ tyre as cracks to outside wall

o/s/r tyre as cracks to outside wall

Pass 24 Jun 2010 16,259 miles

Offside Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

accident damage to o/s/r ..been taped up

all tyre sidewalls starting to crack

Pass 18 Jun 2009 13,167 miles

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

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

o/s rear corner bumper damaged / covered with tape etc

Pass 30 Jun 2008 9,644 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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ET05 BGY is a 2005 Suzuki Jimny in Silver with a 1,298cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.3%.

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 ET05 BGY, 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 ET05 BGY registered?

ET05 BGY is a 2005 Suzuki Jimny, first registered on 29 June 2005.

Is ET05 BGY safe to buy?

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