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KN05 KPV

2005 Suzuki Jimny

Red Petrol 1328cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires29 Aug 2027
Tests21 (18 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

44,879 mi
Last recorded44,879 miles
Recorded on17 Aug 2026
Typical for 2005 Suzuki Jimny55,000 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKN05 KPV
MakeSuzuki
ModelJimny
Year2005
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,328cc

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MOT History

18 pass 3 fail
Pass 17 Aug 2026 44,879 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

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

general underbody corrosion

Pass 29 Aug 2025 44,811 miles

general corrosion underbody

Pass 30 Aug 2024 44,739 miles

boot floor corroded

Pass 24 Aug 2023 44,060 miles
Pass 11 Dec 2021 43,186 miles
Pass 13 Nov 2020 42,594 miles

slight exhaust blow centre box joint

Pass 15 Nov 2019 42,172 miles

Supplementary restraint system warning lamp does not illuminate (7.1.6 (a))

Pass 16 Nov 2018 41,428 miles

Rear Passenger seat(s) missing at time of test

Supplementary restraint system warning lamp does not illuminate (7.1.6 (a))

Pass 13 Nov 2017 40,087 miles

Rear Passenger seat(s) missing at time of test

Supplementary Restraint System warning lamp does not illuminate (5.4.2)

Pass 4 Nov 2016 36,372 miles

Rear Passenger seat(s) missing at time of test

general underbody surface corrosion.

Fail 4 Nov 2016 36,731 miles

Emissions not tested (7.3.A.1)

Exhaust catalytic converter missing where one was fitted as standard (7.1.3)

Rear Passenger seat(s) missing at time of test

general underbody surface corrosion.

Pass 10 Nov 2015 33,489 miles

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

exhaust deteriorated

rear seats missing at time of test

Fail 9 Nov 2015 33,484 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

exhaust deteriorated

rear seats missing at time of test

Pass 17 Feb 2014 29,089 miles
Fail 17 Feb 2014 29,089 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)

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)

Pass 20 Feb 2013 26,291 miles
Pass 8 Sep 2011 23,963 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Pass 12 Aug 2010 23,160 miles

Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Pass 1 Mar 2010 19,255 miles
Pass 3 Mar 2009 14,113 miles
Pass 4 Mar 2008 9,587 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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KN05 KPV 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 85.7%.

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 KN05 KPV, 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 KN05 KPV registered?

KN05 KPV is a 2005 Suzuki Jimny, first registered on 31 March 2005.

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