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KF05 PNL

2005 Suzuki Jimny

Red Petrol 1328cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires21 Jul 2027
Tests21 (19 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate90.5%

Mileage

190,044 mi
Last recorded190,044 miles
Recorded on22 Jul 2026
Typical for 2005 Suzuki Jimny55,000 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKF05 PNL
MakeSuzuki
ModelJimny
Year2005
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,328cc

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MOT History

19 pass 2 fail
Pass 22 Jul 2026 190,044 miles

Nearside Rear Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Floor corroded and holed, but not within 30cm of prescribed area (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Offside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Inner Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Inner sill corroded at rear (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Offside Rear Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced floor area corroded and holed, but not within 30cm of prescribed area (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Pass 15 Feb 2025 181,743 miles

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

Nearside Front Nail in tyre

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

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

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

Pass 17 Feb 2024 168,506 miles

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

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

Pass 4 Feb 2023 157,500 miles

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

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

Pass 12 Feb 2022 143,217 miles
Pass 19 Feb 2021 128,464 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 1 Feb 2020 117,955 miles

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

Nearside Front Suspension component pin or bush slightly worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Offside Front Suspension component pin or bush slightly worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 25 Feb 2019 102,511 miles
Pass 24 Feb 2018 88,988 miles
Pass 18 Mar 2017 76,709 miles
Fail 18 Mar 2017 76,709 miles

Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Pass 12 Mar 2016 62,179 miles
Pass 28 Mar 2015 47,644 miles
Pass 11 Feb 2014 33,210 miles

Offside Axle swivel joint has slight play (2.5.A.3b)

Pass 27 Feb 2013 28,514 miles
Pass 10 Feb 2012 23,247 miles
Pass 8 Feb 2011 18,385 miles
Pass 11 Feb 2010 14,856 miles
Fail 8 Feb 2010 14,842 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp does not illuminate (3.4.1b)

Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

Pass 13 Feb 2009 11,889 miles
Pass 13 Feb 2008 8,821 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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KF05 PNL is a 2005 Suzuki Jimny in Red with a 1,328cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.5%.

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 KF05 PNL, 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 KF05 PNL registered?

KF05 PNL is a 2005 Suzuki Jimny, first registered on 1 March 2005.

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