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FE55 ZKJ

2005 Suzuki Jimny

Silver Petrol 1298cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires19 Feb 2027
Tests22 (18 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate81.8%

Mileage

45,854 mi
Last recorded45,854 miles
Recorded on20 Feb 2026
Typical for 2005 Suzuki Jimny55,000 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFE55 ZKJ
MakeSuzuki
ModelJimny
Year2005
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,298cc

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MOT History

18 pass 4 fail
Pass 20 Feb 2026 45,854 miles

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

Pass 6 Feb 2025 44,263 miles

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

Fail 24 Jan 2025 44,242 miles

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

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

Pass 29 Jan 2024 41,243 miles
Pass 17 Jan 2023 39,117 miles

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

Pass 11 Jan 2022 37,405 miles

Offside Rear Inner Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Rear exhaust back box heavily corroded

Pass 22 Dec 2020 36,026 miles
Pass 14 Jan 2020 34,719 miles
Pass 15 Jan 2019 32,661 miles
Pass 9 Jan 2018 30,633 miles
Pass 21 Jan 2017 28,145 miles

Central Front Exhaust hanger broken

Central Rear Exhaust hanger broken

Nearside Rear Tyre cracking slightly

Offside Front Tyre cracking slightly

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

Offside Rear Tyre cracking slightly

Pass 11 Jan 2016 27,743 miles
Pass 12 Jan 2015 27,025 miles
Pass 21 Jan 2014 24,817 miles

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

Fail 21 Jan 2014 24,817 miles

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

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too high and too far to the right. (1.8)

Pass 22 Jan 2013 23,512 miles
Pass 10 Oct 2011 21,353 miles
Pass 7 Oct 2010 18,250 miles

n/s/f tyre wearing outer edge

Fail 7 Oct 2010 18,250 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

n/s/f tyre wearing outer edge

Fail 25 Sep 2009 16,415 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 25 Sep 2009 16,415 miles
Pass 22 Sep 2008 13,373 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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FE55 ZKJ is a 2005 Suzuki Jimny in Silver with a 1,298cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.8%.

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 FE55 ZKJ, 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 FE55 ZKJ registered?

FE55 ZKJ is a 2005 Suzuki Jimny, first registered on 14 September 2005.

Is FE55 ZKJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for FE55 ZKJ shows 22 tests with a 81.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does FE55 ZKJ have outstanding finance?

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