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KV05 GAO

2005 Suzuki Jimny

Green Petrol 1298cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 Sep 2023
Tests19 (13 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate68.4%

Mileage

80,342 mi
Last recorded80,342 miles
Recorded on22 Sep 2022
Typical for 2005 Suzuki Jimny55,000 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKV05 GAO
MakeSuzuki
ModelJimny
Year2005
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,298cc

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MOT History

13 pass 6 fail
Pass 22 Sep 2022 80,342 miles
Fail 20 Sep 2022 80,336 miles

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

Hydraulic fluid leaking excessively Steering box. (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Steering wheel rim loose (2.2.1 (c) (i))

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

Offside Front Brake hose flexi fouling the body.

Pass 11 Sep 2019 76,351 miles

Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material n/s/r to o/s/r axle brake pipe (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 5 Sep 2018 72,729 miles
Fail 4 Sep 2018 72,713 miles

Nearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Pass 6 Sep 2017 67,614 miles
Fail 6 Sep 2017 67,614 miles

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

Pass 26 Aug 2016 62,722 miles

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

Pass 1 Sep 2015 56,290 miles
Pass 18 Oct 2014 49,844 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

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

Pass 26 Oct 2013 46,121 miles
Fail 26 Oct 2013 46,121 miles

Nearside Rear Direction indicator not working (1.4.A.2c)

Pass 17 Oct 2012 43,160 miles
Fail 19 Nov 2011 41,029 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Offside front brake juddering slightly (3.7.A.2b)

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

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

offside front tyre has a tear, but not deep enough to reach cords

Pass 19 Nov 2011 41,029 miles

Offside front brake juddering slightly (3.7.A.2b)

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

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

offside front tyre has a tear, but not deep enough to reach cords

Pass 22 Oct 2010 31,736 miles

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

Fail 21 Oct 2010 31,736 miles

Offside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

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

Windscreen has a sticker or other obstruction encroaching into the swept area by more than 40mm outside zone 'A' (8.3.1e)

Pass 17 Oct 2009 23,162 miles

Nearside Front front brake juddering slightly (3.7.A.2b)

Offside Front front brake juddering slightly (3.7.A.2b)

Pass 25 Oct 2008 14,519 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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KV05 GAO is a 2005 Suzuki Jimny in Green with a 1,298cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 68.4%.

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 KV05 GAO, 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 KV05 GAO registered?

KV05 GAO is a 2005 Suzuki Jimny, first registered on 23 March 2005.

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