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HV05 LWR

2005 Suzuki Jimny

Beige Petrol 1328cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires24 Jul 2027
Tests19 (19 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

96,207 mi
Last recorded96,207 miles
Recorded on21 Jul 2026
Typical for 2005 Suzuki Jimny55,000 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHV05 LWR
MakeSuzuki
ModelJimny
Year2005
ColourBeige
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,328cc

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MOT History

19 pass
Pass 21 Jul 2026 96,207 miles

Central Front Lower Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Central Front Lower Power steering pipe/hose has slight seepage (2.1.5 (a))

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

Offside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b))

Offside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear (1.1.11 (c))

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

Rear Fuel Pipe/s corroded all pipes corroded

Pass 25 Jul 2025 92,997 miles

Central Front Lower Hydraulic leak, but not excessive power steering pipe (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Central Front Lower Oil leak, but not excessive engine oil (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Offside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b))

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

Rear Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))

Rear Fuel Pipe/s corroded all

Pass 10 Feb 2024 88,180 miles

Brake fluid close to minimum mark (1.1.10 (d) (ii))

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 11 Feb 2023 83,439 miles

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

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

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

Pass 12 Feb 2022 78,400 miles
Pass 27 Feb 2021 73,393 miles
Pass 7 Mar 2020 68,746 miles
Pass 16 Mar 2019 64,254 miles
Pass 10 Mar 2018 60,121 miles
Pass 11 Mar 2017 56,188 miles
Pass 17 Mar 2016 52,306 miles

eml illuminated

o/s/f axle outer joint seal leaking grease

slight play in o/s/f suspension joints

Pass 16 Mar 2015 48,912 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 15 Mar 2014 45,160 miles
Pass 15 Mar 2013 40,888 miles
Pass 19 Mar 2012 36,547 miles

Nail in offside rear tyre

Pass 19 Mar 2011 31,694 miles
Pass 20 Mar 2010 26,381 miles
Pass 16 Mar 2009 20,703 miles
Pass 13 Mar 2008 14,853 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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HV05 LWR is a 2005 Suzuki Jimny in Beige with a 1,328cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 HV05 LWR, 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 HV05 LWR registered?

HV05 LWR is a 2005 Suzuki Jimny, first registered on 19 March 2005.

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