CarVerify

Free Car Check

KP55 HJE

2005 Suzuki Jimny

Blue Petrol 1298cc
Search another vehicle

MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 Aug 2021
Tests16 (13 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate81.3%

Mileage

69,968 mi
Last recorded69,968 miles
Recorded on29 Jul 2020
Typical for 2005 Suzuki Jimny55,000 mi

Above average mileage for this year

4 checks still locked for this Suzuki
Stolen
Finance
Write-off
Keepers
Unlock full report — £4.99
Instant £30k guarantee
or single check £9.99

Not all car check providers offer a guarantee. Don't risk buying from services that can't back their data. CarVerify reports include a £30,000 finance data guarantee.

Vehicle Details

RegistrationKP55 HJE
MakeSuzuki
ModelJimny
Year2005
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,298cc

All premium checks include

50+ data points
Finance Check (Experian) Insurance Write-off Salvage Auction Stolen Check Previous Owners Ex-Taxi, Police, NHS Mileage Anomaly Import / Export Scrapped Check Plate Changes

MOT History

13 pass 3 fail
Pass 29 Jul 2020 69,968 miles

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

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

Rear chassis has corrosion

Pass 1 Aug 2019 68,226 miles

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

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

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view centre and lower offside (3.2 (a) (i))

Fail 26 Jul 2019 68,209 miles

Nearside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced inner sill (7.1.1 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced (7.1.1 (a) (i))

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

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

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view centre and lower offside (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 31 Jul 2018 64,285 miles

Nearside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive inner sill (7.1.1 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced body mounting bracket (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Pass 16 Aug 2017 57,932 miles
Fail 7 Aug 2017 57,924 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Nearside front brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 10 Aug 2016 53,216 miles
Pass 5 Nov 2015 46,429 miles
Fail 29 Oct 2015 46,317 miles

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

advise oil o/s/f back plate

Pass 6 Nov 2014 37,775 miles

Brake servo corroded but not excessively weakened (3.6.A.2b)

Offside Front Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

all 4 tyres starting to crack on sidewalls

exhaust bracket broke but still supported at time of test

rear of exhaust corroded

under vehicle has slight corrosion

Pass 29 Oct 2013 29,833 miles

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

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

Pass 2 Jun 2012 28,256 miles

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

Pass 4 Jun 2011 22,341 miles
Pass 8 Jun 2010 16,404 miles
Pass 28 Oct 2009 14,473 miles
Pass 28 Oct 2008 9,176 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
Full Suzuki Jimny reliability report

Don't risk it. Know before you buy.

Not all vehicle check providers are the same. Some don't offer a data guarantee, which means if their information is wrong, you're on your own. Every CarVerify report is backed by a £30,000 finance data guarantee.

£30k guarantee Instant results Cancel anytime

KP55 HJE is a 2005 Suzuki Jimny in Blue with a 1,298cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.3%.

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 KP55 HJE, 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

How do I check the history of KP55 HJE?

You can check the full history of KP55 HJE by running a full vehicle check. This shows you finance, stolen, write-off, MOT history, mileage records and more.

What year was KP55 HJE registered?

KP55 HJE is a 2005 Suzuki Jimny, first registered on 31 October 2005.

Is KP55 HJE safe to buy?

The MOT history for KP55 HJE shows 16 tests with a 81.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does KP55 HJE have outstanding finance?

Finance checks require a premium vehicle report. This checks against all major UK finance providers to see if there is any outstanding finance on KP55 HJE. If you buy a car with outstanding finance, the finance company can repossess it.

No warranty or guarantee of accuracy is provided for any free data on this page. The data guarantee applies only to information obtained through the purchase of a full check.