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KP05 HKO

2005 Suzuki Jimny

Silver Petrol 1298cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires4 Jun 2027
Tests24 (17 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate70.8%

Mileage

93,025 mi
Last recorded93,025 miles
Recorded on5 Jun 2026
Typical for 2005 Suzuki Jimny55,000 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKP05 HKO
MakeSuzuki
ModelJimny
Year2005
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,298cc

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MOT History

17 pass 7 fail
Pass 5 Jun 2026 93,025 miles

underbody undersealed

Fail 5 Jun 2026 93,025 miles

Exhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))

Exhaust carbon monoxide content at idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))

underbody undersealed

Pass 14 Jan 2025 92,559 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

sills slightly corroded

Pass 16 Dec 2022 97,145 miles

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

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

underbody corroded

Fail 16 Dec 2022 97,145 miles

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

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

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

underbody corroded

Pass 16 Sep 2021 91,112 miles
Fail 13 Sep 2021 91,112 miles

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Offside Integral body structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting inner and outer sill excessive corrosion (6.2.2 (d) (i))

Pass 15 May 2020 87,916 miles
Fail 6 Apr 2020 87,913 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault Offside rear abs sensor faulty (1.6 (b))

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 17 Apr 2019 83,165 miles

Transfer box leaking oil

Fail 9 Apr 2019 83,138 miles

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

Emissions not tested (8.2.1.2 (d))

Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases Requires catalytic converter (6.1.2 (a))

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Service brake lagging in operation (1.2.1 (d))

Offside Front Wheel bearing rough when rotated (5.1.3 (b) (i))

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

Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively Both fronts (3.4 (b) (ii))

Transfer box leaking oil

Pass 10 Apr 2018 77,748 miles

Offside Front Brake pipe ? Corroded slightly

Slight pitting front brake discs

Fail 10 Apr 2018 77,747 miles

Brake pipe excessively corroded Front to rear (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Front Brake pipe ? Corroded slightly

Slight pitting front brake discs

Pass 3 Apr 2017 69,984 miles

Offside Rear Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Pass 19 Apr 2016 69,606 miles
Pass 16 Feb 2015 58,956 miles
Pass 15 Feb 2014 57,257 miles
Fail 14 Feb 2014 57,257 miles

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

Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

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

Rear Lower Body has a sharp edge caused by corrosion (6.1.C.1)

Pass 1 Mar 2013 56,257 miles
Pass 18 May 2012 55,699 miles
Pass 9 May 2011 52,389 miles
Pass 19 Apr 2010 49,727 miles
Pass 20 Apr 2009 46,997 miles
Pass 10 May 2008 36,607 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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KP05 HKO is a 2005 Suzuki Jimny in Silver with a 1,298cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 24 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 70.8%.

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 KP05 HKO, 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 KP05 HKO registered?

KP05 HKO is a 2005 Suzuki Jimny, first registered on 18 May 2005.

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