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FE05 WRZ

2005 Suzuki Jimny

Red Petrol 1328cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires9 Jun 2027
Tests22 (19 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate86.4%

Mileage

116,905 mi
Last recorded116,905 miles
Recorded on10 Jun 2026
Typical for 2005 Suzuki Jimny55,000 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFE05 WRZ
MakeSuzuki
ModelJimny
Year2005
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,328cc

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MOT History

19 pass 3 fail
Pass 10 Jun 2026 116,905 miles

under side has light corrosion all over

Fail 28 Apr 2026 116,902 miles

Nearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint excessively worn (6.1.7 (c) (i))

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

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

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

Offside Front Vehicle structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting (6.2.2 (d) (i))

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

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

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

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

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 25 Apr 2025 115,361 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 18 Mar 2024 113,276 miles

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

Shock absorbers has light misting of oil both rears (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 3 Apr 2023 109,107 miles

Offside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 30 Mar 2022 104,222 miles

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

Pass 30 Mar 2021 99,865 miles
Pass 6 Mar 2020 95,643 miles
Pass 25 Mar 2019 88,643 miles
Pass 26 Mar 2018 81,418 miles
Pass 29 Mar 2017 74,332 miles
Pass 15 Mar 2016 66,788 miles
Pass 13 Mar 2015 59,279 miles
Fail 13 Mar 2015 59,279 miles

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

Pass 28 Feb 2014 53,197 miles
Pass 1 Mar 2013 47,314 miles

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

exhust rear silencer corroded

Pass 1 Mar 2012 40,955 miles

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

both wiper blades split on ends

exhaust rear silencer corroded slightly

Pass 25 Feb 2011 35,352 miles

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

Pass 10 Feb 2010 30,539 miles
Fail 10 Feb 2010 30,539 miles

Offside Side repeater not working (1.4.A.2c)

Pass 23 Feb 2009 23,088 miles
Pass 11 Feb 2008 18,150 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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FE05 WRZ is a 2005 Suzuki Jimny in Red with a 1,328cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 86.4%.

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 FE05 WRZ, 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 FE05 WRZ registered?

FE05 WRZ is a 2005 Suzuki Jimny, first registered on 1 March 2005.

Is FE05 WRZ safe to buy?

The MOT history for FE05 WRZ shows 22 tests with a 86.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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