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KG05 DVT

2005 Suzuki Jimny

Green Petrol 1328cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires2 Oct 2026
Tests24 (18 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

94,571 mi
Last recorded94,571 miles
Recorded on3 Oct 2025
Typical for 2005 Suzuki Jimny55,000 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKG05 DVT
MakeSuzuki
ModelJimny
Year2005
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,328cc

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MOT History

18 pass 6 fail
Pass 3 Oct 2025 94,571 miles

Fuel Pipe/s corroded ()

suspension parts corroded

undercarriage corroded

Fail 23 Sep 2025 94,553 miles

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

Pass 18 Sep 2024 92,995 miles

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

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

Rear Fuel pipe chafing slightly corrosion (6.1.3 (c) (i))

Fail 18 Sep 2024 92,995 miles

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

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

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

Nearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

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

Offside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Rear Fuel pipe chafing slightly corrosion (6.1.3 (c) (i))

Pass 22 Sep 2023 91,157 miles

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

Pass 23 Sep 2022 87,934 miles
Pass 8 Sep 2021 84,345 miles

fuel lines near fuel tank corroded

Fail 7 Sep 2021 84,345 miles

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

Offside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))

fuel lines near fuel tank corroded

Pass 27 Aug 2020 81,168 miles

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

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

Offside Front Seat belt slightly damaged slight fraying to edge of belt (7.1.2 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Fuel Pipe/s corroded ()

Oil leak, but not excessive gear box leaking (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive transfer box leaking (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Fail 17 Aug 2020 81,165 miles

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

Nearside Front Steering linkage ball joint ball joint dust cover insecure so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt scrapper seal (2.1.3 (g) (ii))

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

Offside Front Steering linkage ball joint ball joint dust cover insecure so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))

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

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

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

Offside Front Seat belt slightly damaged slight fraying to edge of belt (7.1.2 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Fuel Pipe/s corroded ()

Oil leak, but not excessive gear box leaking (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive transfer box leaking (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 20 May 2019 76,634 miles

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

Offside Rear Fuel Pipe/s corroded ()

Pass 24 May 2018 73,292 miles

Offside Rear Fuel Pipe/s corroded ()

Fail 24 May 2018 73,287 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens so that the light output is severely reduced (4.1.4 (b))

Offside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens so that the light output is severely reduced (4.1.4 (b))

Offside Rear Fuel Pipe/s corroded ()

Pass 22 May 2017 68,839 miles
Fail 22 May 2017 68,839 miles

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Pass 27 May 2016 64,721 miles

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

Nearside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (1.7.5a)

Nearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Offside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Offside Rear fuel pipe corroded

Pass 20 May 2015 59,367 miles
Pass 16 May 2014 54,240 miles
Pass 15 May 2013 48,762 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2012 43,925 miles
Pass 20 Apr 2011 37,552 miles
Pass 15 Apr 2010 30,388 miles
Pass 14 Apr 2009 23,788 miles
Pass 31 Mar 2008 18,256 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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KG05 DVT is a 2005 Suzuki Jimny in Green with a 1,328cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 24 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 KG05 DVT, 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 KG05 DVT registered?

KG05 DVT is a 2005 Suzuki Jimny, first registered on 31 March 2005.

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