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FD05 XJC

2005 Suzuki Jimny

Blue Petrol 1328cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires7 Nov 2026
Tests25 (19 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate76%

Mileage

106,236 mi
Last recorded106,236 miles
Recorded on5 Nov 2025
Typical for 2005 Suzuki Jimny55,000 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFD05 XJC
MakeSuzuki
ModelJimny
Year2005
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,328cc

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MOT History

19 pass 6 fail
Pass 5 Nov 2025 106,236 miles

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material all brake pipes coved in undesael (1.1.11 (c))

Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing all 4 tyers (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

full under body coved in undeseal

Pass 28 Oct 2024 104,941 miles

Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material all rears (1.1.11 (c))

Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing all 4 (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 8 Nov 2023 103,725 miles

Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing both rear (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Fail 4 Nov 2023

Nearside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))

Nearside Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced inner sil (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Offside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced inner sil (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing both rear (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 7 Oct 2022 102,565 miles
Fail 6 Oct 2022 102,559 miles

Exhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))

Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 13 Oct 2021 101,550 miles

Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output both (4.1.4 (b))

Front Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

General corrosion to underneath of vehicle

Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing All 4 (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Fail 30 Sep 2021 101,532 miles

Central Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Exhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))

Nearside Rear Inner Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively damaged significantly reducing structural strength sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Inner Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output both (4.1.4 (b))

Front Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

General corrosion to underneath of vehicle

Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing All 4 (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 5 Sep 2020 100,779 miles

Nearside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

Offside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

Fail 5 Sep 2020 100,779 miles

Nearside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

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

Offside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

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

Pass 5 Sep 2019 97,284 miles
Pass 8 Oct 2018 95,359 miles
Fail 8 Oct 2018 95,359 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))

Pass 15 May 2018 93,070 miles
Pass 3 May 2017 88,169 miles

Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Pass 6 May 2016 83,442 miles
Pass 11 May 2015 76,476 miles
Pass 8 May 2014 67,828 miles
Pass 29 May 2013 61,882 miles
Pass 30 May 2012 53,420 miles

n/s/f tyre worn on edges

Fail 29 May 2012 53,323 miles

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

n/s/f tyre worn on edges

Pass 5 May 2011 42,732 miles

both front road wheels slightly stiff to rotate

nearside front tyre worn outer shoulder

nearside rear tyre worn both shoulders

Pass 28 May 2010 35,183 miles
Pass 28 May 2009 29,819 miles

nearside wiper blade split,but clearing screen at time of test

Pass 20 May 2008 22,757 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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FD05 XJC 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 76%.

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 FD05 XJC, 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 FD05 XJC registered?

FD05 XJC is a 2005 Suzuki Jimny, first registered on 31 May 2005.

Is FD05 XJC safe to buy?

The MOT history for FD05 XJC shows 25 tests with a 76% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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