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FG55 JBY

2005 Suzuki Jimny

Black Petrol 1328cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires16 Apr 2027
Tests21 (20 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate95.2%

Mileage

43,606 mi
Last recorded43,606 miles
Recorded on8 Apr 2026
Typical for 2005 Suzuki Jimny55,000 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFG55 JBY
MakeSuzuki
ModelJimny
Year2005
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,328cc

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MOT History

20 pass 1 fail
Pass 8 Apr 2026 43,606 miles

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

Nearside Front Wheel bearing slightly noisy (5.1.3 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced body mount (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Offside Front Wheel bearing slightly noisy (5.1.3 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced body mount (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Rear Service brake requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair (1.2.1 (c))

Pass 8 Apr 2025 43,576 miles

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material all appear to have been undersealed in places (1.1.11 (c))

Vehicle structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security all underside appears to have been undersealed in places (6.2.2 (d) (i))

back box outer skin corroded and poor

Pass 28 Mar 2024 43,526 miles

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material all undersealed in places (1.1.11 (c))

Vehicle structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security all underside appears to have been underseald in places (6.2.2 (d) (i))

back box outer skin corroded

Pass 25 Mar 2023 43,454 miles

all underside appears to have been undersealed in places

outer sill covers fitted

Pass 24 Mar 2022 43,425 miles

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material all appear to have been under sealed in places (1.1.11 (c))

Rear Service brake requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair both sides (1.2.1 (c))

Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced all underside appears to have been undersealed in places (6.1.1 (c) (i))

sill covers fitted

Pass 23 Mar 2021 43,249 miles

Nearside Rear Nail in tyre ()

Pass 30 Mar 2020 43,147 miles

advice rear exhaurst box

Pass 1 Apr 2019 42,764 miles
Fail 26 Mar 2019 42,760 miles

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

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

Nearside Front Sub-frame ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt front axle seals (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Front Sub-frame ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt front axle seal (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Axle swivel pins and bushes swivel pin and/or bush slightly worn (5.1.2 (b) (i))

Offside Front Axle swivel pins and bushes swivel pin and/or bush slightly worn (5.1.2 (b) (i))

Pass 17 Apr 2018 41,995 miles
Pass 16 May 2017 41,146 miles

exhaust system corroded

Pass 17 May 2016 40,309 miles
Pass 14 May 2015 39,319 miles
Pass 15 May 2014 39,053 miles

slight deterioration on the exhaust system

Pass 16 May 2013 37,061 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

rear silencer in poor condition

Pass 14 May 2012 35,271 miles
Pass 14 Jun 2011 33,691 miles
Pass 25 Mar 2011 33,685 miles
Pass 29 Nov 2010 32,952 miles
Pass 1 Dec 2009 31,058 miles

Nearside Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Offside Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Pass 7 Nov 2008 29,376 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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FG55 JBY is a 2005 Suzuki Jimny in Black with a 1,328cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 95.2%.

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 FG55 JBY, 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 FG55 JBY registered?

FG55 JBY is a 2005 Suzuki Jimny, first registered on 29 October 2005.

Is FG55 JBY safe to buy?

The MOT history for FG55 JBY shows 21 tests with a 95.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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