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FB05 HKN

2005 Suzuki Jimny

Beige Petrol 1328cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires1 Feb 2027
Tests20 (18 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate90%

Mileage

85,770 mi
Last recorded85,770 miles
Recorded on19 Jan 2026
Typical for 2005 Suzuki Jimny55,000 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFB05 HKN
MakeSuzuki
ModelJimny
Year2005
ColourBeige
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,328cc

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MOT History

18 pass 2 fail
Pass 19 Jan 2026 85,770 miles

Central Rear Upper Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Nearside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Fail 8 Jan 2026 85,573 miles

Nearside Rear Inner Vehicle structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting sill by body mounting (6.2.2 (d) (i))

Central Rear Upper Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Nearside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Pass 28 Jan 2025 78,802 miles
Pass 30 Jan 2024 72,449 miles
Pass 26 Jan 2023 65,439 miles
Pass 2 Feb 2022 60,472 miles
Fail 2 Feb 2022 60,472 miles

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

Pass 3 Aug 2020 58,214 miles
Pass 23 Jul 2019 54,291 miles
Pass 17 Jul 2018 50,102 miles
Pass 14 Jul 2017 46,154 miles

Nearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Front hub has slight movement

Rear exhaust deteriorating

Pass 20 Jul 2016 41,185 miles
Pass 6 Aug 2015 37,102 miles
Pass 8 Aug 2014 33,452 miles
Pass 6 Aug 2013 30,350 miles
Pass 31 Jul 2012 26,585 miles
Pass 9 Aug 2011 23,001 miles
Pass 30 Jun 2010 18,118 miles
Pass 2 Jul 2009 12,186 miles
Pass 8 Jul 2008 5,823 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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FB05 HKN is a 2005 Suzuki Jimny in Beige with a 1,328cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90%.

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 FB05 HKN, 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 FB05 HKN registered?

FB05 HKN is a 2005 Suzuki Jimny, first registered on 25 June 2005.

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