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HY05 VOD

2005 Suzuki Jimny

Silver Petrol 1328cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 Apr 2025
Tests21 (17 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate81%

Mileage

47,364 mi
Last recorded47,364 miles
Recorded on2 Jun 2025
Typical for 2005 Suzuki Jimny55,000 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHY05 VOD
MakeSuzuki
ModelJimny
Year2005
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,328cc

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MOT History

17 pass 4 fail
Fail 2 Jun 2025 47,364 miles

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

Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect both (4.1.2 (c))

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Cab or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a cab mounting (6.2.2 (d) (i))

Offside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Axle swivel joint so worn or insecure in a stub axle that directional stability is impaired (5.1.2 (b) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint likely to become detached (5.3.4 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Axle swivel joint so worn or insecure in a stub axle that directional stability is impaired (5.1.2 (b) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Front Prop shaft bearing has slight play (6.1.7 (b) (i))

Front Prop shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

Nearside Front Nail in tyre ()

Nearside Front Tyre obviously under inflated (5.2.3 (l))

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

Pass 17 Apr 2024 44,111 miles
Pass 14 Apr 2023 41,542 miles
Fail 12 Apr 2023 41,542 miles

Nearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Wheel bearing rough when rotated (5.1.3 (b) (i))

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Rear Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Central Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 4 Apr 2022 39,440 miles

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

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 5 May 2021 35,829 miles

Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases & Heat shield broken + corroded (6.1.2 (a))

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

Rear Passenger seat(s) missing at time of test Seats folded down ()

Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Both rear tyres (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 2 May 2020 31,751 miles

Exhaust mouning broken & corroded

Nearside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 1 May 2019 29,708 miles

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

Rear Passenger seat(s) missing at time of test ()

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

Pass 30 Apr 2018 26,357 miles

Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases Corroded & heatshield broken (7.1.2)

Fail 21 Apr 2018 26,596 miles

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Nearside Front Upper Brake hose ferrule excessively corroded (3.6.B.4e)

Various Rear Suspension Bush's

Pass 22 Apr 2017 22,676 miles

Front Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced both headlamp lenses (1.7.5a)

Nearside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)

Pass 23 Apr 2016 20,364 miles
Pass 14 Apr 2015 17,149 miles

n/s front outer edge of tyre reaching low limits

Pass 25 Apr 2014 12,873 miles
Pass 19 Mar 2013 11,009 miles
Pass 15 Mar 2012 9,209 miles

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

Pass 16 Mar 2011 7,912 miles

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

Fail 16 Mar 2011 7,912 miles

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

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 10 Mar 2010 7,221 miles
Pass 19 Mar 2009 6,346 miles
Pass 13 Mar 2008 5,294 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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HY05 VOD is a 2005 Suzuki Jimny in Silver with a 1,328cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81%.

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 HY05 VOD, 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 HY05 VOD registered?

HY05 VOD is a 2005 Suzuki Jimny, first registered on 20 March 2005.

Is HY05 VOD safe to buy?

The MOT history for HY05 VOD shows 21 tests with a 81% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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