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KG05 VBM

2005 Suzuki Jimny

Red Petrol 1298cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires18 Jun 2027
Tests19 (15 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate78.9%

Mileage

82,174 mi
Last recorded82,174 miles
Recorded on19 Jun 2026
Typical for 2005 Suzuki Jimny55,000 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKG05 VBM
MakeSuzuki
ModelJimny
Year2005
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,298cc

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MOT History

15 pass 4 fail
Pass 19 Jun 2026 82,174 miles

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

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

Pass 2 Jun 2025 82,147 miles

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

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

Fail 2 Jun 2025 82,147 miles

Brake pedal has insufficient reserve travel (1.1.2 (a))

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

Horn not working (7.7 (a))

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

Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Pass 26 Aug 2022 81,893 miles

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

Pass 30 Jun 2021 81,725 miles

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

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

Offside Front 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 8 Jun 2018 80,537 miles
Pass 31 Jan 2017 79,201 miles

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

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

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Fail 5 Jan 2017 79,097 miles

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

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

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

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

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 14 Jan 2016 70,675 miles
Fail 7 Jan 2016 70,445 miles

Bonnet cannot be secured in the closed position (8.4.1)

Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content at idle excessive (7.3.D.4)

Exhaust emissions hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

Rear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Pass 10 Jan 2015 60,009 miles
Fail 10 Jan 2015 60,009 miles

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 10 Feb 2014 52,424 miles

Oil leak

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

engine oil low

n/s/f tyre devoid of tread outer edge

Pass 1 Feb 2013 49,955 miles

Vehicle's internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights

Pass 13 Feb 2012 46,888 miles

engine management light on

o/s/r shock damp

p.a.s pipes on steering box corroded

slight imbalance front brakes

slight play o/s/f wheel

slight runout n/s/f brake

slight runout rear brakes

various oil leaks

Pass 21 Feb 2011 44,425 miles

Offside Front Drag link end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

eng oil leak from sump area

front wipers squeak and knock

gearbox oil leak from drain plug area

rear exhaust silencer corroded

Pass 8 Feb 2010 36,188 miles

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

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

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

Pass 24 Feb 2009 27,402 miles
Pass 12 Feb 2008 20,512 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 VBM is a 2005 Suzuki Jimny in Red with a 1,298cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.9%.

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 VBM, 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 VBM registered?

KG05 VBM is a 2005 Suzuki Jimny, first registered on 19 March 2005.

Is KG05 VBM safe to buy?

The MOT history for KG05 VBM shows 19 tests with a 78.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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