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KV55 FHB

2005 Suzuki Jimny

Beige Petrol 1328cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires10 Oct 2026
Tests19 (18 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.7%

Mileage

61,059 mi
Last recorded61,059 miles
Recorded on2 Oct 2025
Typical for 2005 Suzuki Jimny55,000 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKV55 FHB
MakeSuzuki
ModelJimny
Year2005
ColourBeige
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,328cc

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MOT History

18 pass 1 fail
Pass 2 Oct 2025 61,059 miles
Pass 4 Oct 2024 59,477 miles
Pass 10 Oct 2023 57,765 miles

Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive both under sills (7.1.1 (a) (i))

Vehicle structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security (6.2.2 (d) (i))

Pass 4 Oct 2022 56,094 miles

Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive both under sills (7.1.1 (a) (i))

Pass 29 Sep 2021 54,586 miles
Pass 29 Sep 2020 53,602 miles
Pass 8 Apr 2019 51,360 miles
Pass 6 Apr 2018 49,245 miles
Pass 4 Apr 2017 46,047 miles

Chassis starting to corrode at body mountings.

Front panhard rod mount at chassis getting thin with corrosion.

Pass 7 Apr 2016 43,394 miles
Pass 1 Apr 2015 40,996 miles
Pass 8 Apr 2014 38,857 miles

Offside front Drag link mounting slightly corroded.

Pass 6 Apr 2013 36,719 miles
Pass 5 Apr 2012 34,745 miles

Both front yres wearing on outer edges. Advise tracking check

Pass 7 Apr 2011 32,920 miles
Pass 25 Mar 2010 30,474 miles
Pass 2 Apr 2009 28,652 miles
Pass 11 Apr 2008 26,520 miles
Fail 8 Apr 2008 26,520 miles

Offside Rear Seat belt has a cut which has significantly weakened the webbing (5.2.2a)

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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KV55 FHB is a 2005 Suzuki Jimny in Beige with a 1,328cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.7%.

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 KV55 FHB, 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 KV55 FHB registered?

KV55 FHB is a 2005 Suzuki Jimny, first registered on 26 October 2005.

Is KV55 FHB safe to buy?

The MOT history for KV55 FHB shows 19 tests with a 94.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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