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KG05 DWC

2005 Suzuki Jimny

Red Petrol 1328cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires26 Mar 2027
Tests23 (19 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate82.6%

Mileage

137,897 mi
Last recorded137,897 miles
Recorded on25 Mar 2026
Typical for 2005 Suzuki Jimny55,000 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKG05 DWC
MakeSuzuki
ModelJimny
Year2005
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,328cc

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MOT History

19 pass 4 fail
Pass 25 Mar 2026 137,897 miles

Offside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Pass 3 Mar 2025 134,329 miles

Offside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Pass 22 Mar 2024 130,128 miles

Fuel Pipe/s corroded ()

underbody heavily corroded

Pass 27 Mar 2023 126,261 miles

patches of underside corrosion

Pass 17 Mar 2022 121,932 miles

patches of underside corrosion

Pass 10 Mar 2021 117,025 miles

underside corrosion

Pass 26 Mar 2020 112,164 miles

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

Pass 18 Jan 2019 109,187 miles

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

Offside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Pass 16 Jan 2018 105,465 miles

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit on wear bars (4.1.E.1)

engine oil leak

n/s front outer brake pad worn

Pass 23 Jan 2017 98,310 miles

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit on wear bars just legal (4.1.E.1)

drop box leaking

wipers worn

Fail 23 Jan 2017 98,310 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit on wear bars just legal (4.1.E.1)

drop box leaking

wipers worn

Pass 14 Jan 2016 89,480 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 6 Jan 2015 81,664 miles

front brakes startin g to bind

metal brake pipes corroding in places

Fail 6 Jan 2015 81,664 miles

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

front brakes startin g to bind

metal brake pipes corroding in places

Pass 30 Jul 2013 69,158 miles
Pass 20 Aug 2012 62,803 miles
Fail 20 Aug 2012 62,803 miles

Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)

Pass 10 Aug 2011 55,346 miles
Pass 24 Aug 2010 49,336 miles
Pass 9 Mar 2010 47,357 miles
Pass 10 Mar 2009 39,148 miles
Fail 7 Mar 2008 29,606 miles

Windscreen has a sticker or other obstruction encroaching by more than 10mm within zone 'A' (8.3.1b)

Pass 7 Mar 2008 29,606 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 DWC is a 2005 Suzuki Jimny in Red with a 1,328cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 82.6%.

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 KG05 DWC, 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 KG05 DWC registered?

KG05 DWC is a 2005 Suzuki Jimny, first registered on 16 March 2005.

Is KG05 DWC safe to buy?

The MOT history for KG05 DWC shows 23 tests with a 82.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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