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KV55 YRX

2005 Suzuki Jimny

Beige Petrol 1328cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires16 Feb 2027
Tests23 (19 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate82.6%

Mileage

52,163 mi
Last recorded52,163 miles
Recorded on17 Feb 2026
Typical for 2005 Suzuki Jimny55,000 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

19 pass 4 fail
Pass 17 Feb 2026 52,163 miles

Offside Front Outer Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 5 Feb 2025 50,631 miles

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2.8mm (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 16 Feb 2024 49,626 miles

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))

vacuum pipes corroded

Pass 15 Feb 2023 48,721 miles
Pass 2 Feb 2022 47,289 miles
Pass 11 Feb 2021 43,866 miles
Pass 6 Feb 2020 38,475 miles
Pass 7 Feb 2019 31,260 miles

Offside Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))

Fail 7 Feb 2019 31,260 miles

Offside Front Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Offside Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))

Pass 13 Feb 2018 22,250 miles
Fail 12 Feb 2018 22,250 miles

Nearside Side repeater not working (1.4.A.2c)

Rear silencer outer skin corroded

Pass 29 Sep 2017 21,840 miles

rear exhaust silencer rusty

Fail 28 Sep 2017 21,837 miles

Offside front brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Offside Front screen washer partially blocked

rear exhaust silencer rusty

Pass 26 Sep 2016 20,547 miles
Pass 28 Sep 2015 19,411 miles
Pass 29 Sep 2014 18,208 miles
Pass 24 Sep 2013 17,278 miles
Fail 24 Sep 2013 17,278 miles

Offside front brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Pass 28 Sep 2012 16,453 miles

Nail in offside rear tyre

Pass 20 Sep 2011 15,469 miles
Pass 21 Sep 2010 12,471 miles
Pass 21 Sep 2009 9,935 miles
Pass 16 Sep 2008 6,470 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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KV55 YRX is a 2005 Suzuki Jimny in Beige with a 1,328cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 82.6%.

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 YRX, 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 KV55 YRX?

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What year was KV55 YRX registered?

KV55 YRX is a 2005 Suzuki Jimny, first registered on 29 September 2005.

Is KV55 YRX safe to buy?

The MOT history for KV55 YRX shows 23 tests with a 82.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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