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FA05 HFC

2005 Suzuki Jimny

Blue Petrol 1298cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 Dec 2012
Tests6 (4 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

63,923 mi
Last recorded63,923 miles
Recorded on12 Dec 2011
Typical for 2005 Suzuki Jimny55,000 mi

Above average mileage for this year

4 checks still locked for this Suzuki
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFA05 HFC
MakeSuzuki
ModelJimny
Year2005
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,298cc

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MOT History

4 pass 2 fail
Pass 12 Dec 2011 63,923 miles
Fail 12 Dec 2011 63,923 miles

Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Fail 9 Nov 2010 45,901 miles

Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Rear exhaust is corroding.

Rear tyres are close to the limit.

Pass 9 Nov 2010 45,901 miles

Rear exhaust is corroding.

Rear tyres are close to the limit.

Pass 9 Jul 2009 32,588 miles

Spare tyre defective

Pass 17 Jun 2008 22,103 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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FA05 HFC is a 2005 Suzuki Jimny in Blue with a 1,298cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 FA05 HFC, 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 FA05 HFC registered?

FA05 HFC is a 2005 Suzuki Jimny, first registered on 18 August 2005.

Is FA05 HFC safe to buy?

The MOT history for FA05 HFC shows 6 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does FA05 HFC have outstanding finance?

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