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KW54 COA

2005 Suzuki Jimny

Silver Petrol 1328cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires20 May 2027
Tests23 (20 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate87%

Mileage

53,048 mi
Last recorded53,048 miles
Recorded on21 May 2026
Typical for 2005 Suzuki Jimny55,000 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKW54 COA
MakeSuzuki
ModelJimny
Year2005
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,328cc

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MOT History

20 pass 3 fail
Pass 21 May 2026 53,048 miles

Front Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Front suspension ball joints/ spheres corroding

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Rear Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively both (1.2.1 (e))

Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement various underside (5.3.4 (a) (i))

general body corrosion underside

Fail 21 May 2026 53,048 miles

Front Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively both (3.4 (b) (ii))

Front suspension ball joints/ spheres corroding

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Rear Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively both (1.2.1 (e))

Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement various underside (5.3.4 (a) (i))

general body corrosion underside

Pass 5 Jun 2025 52,794 miles

Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Nearside and offside (1.1.11 (c))

Front Coil spring corroded Nearside and offside (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Rear Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))

Rear Coil spring corroded Nearside and offside (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Rear Lower Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush Nearside and offside (5.3.2 (c))

Pass 7 Jun 2024 52,450 miles

Front Coil spring corroded Nearside and offside (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Rear Coil spring corroded Nearside and offside (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Pass 13 Jun 2023 52,076 miles

Front Coil spring corroded Nearside and offside (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 16 Jun 2022 51,687 miles

Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive both chassis outriggers (5.3.6 (a) (i))

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

Pass 22 Jun 2021 50,998 miles

Coil spring corroded All springs corroded. (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Rear Rear axle noisy.

Pass 15 Jun 2020 50,196 miles
Pass 17 Jun 2019 49,083 miles
Pass 15 Jun 2018 47,635 miles
Fail 15 Jun 2018 47,635 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Pass 8 Jun 2017 46,071 miles
Pass 8 Jun 2016 44,701 miles
Pass 15 Jun 2015 43,914 miles
Pass 11 Jun 2014 42,716 miles
Pass 18 Jun 2013 41,381 miles

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

offside rear tyre perished

plastic covers fitted to outer sills

vehicle has been undersealed

Pass 18 Jun 2012 39,630 miles
Pass 22 Jun 2011 37,721 miles

off side rear tyre is cracking between the tread

Fail 22 Jun 2011 37,721 miles

Offside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

Nearside rear tyre has a thorn in it also cracking between tread

off side rear tyre is cracking between the tread

Pass 8 Jul 2010 35,681 miles

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

Pass 3 Jul 2009 34,012 miles

Obstruction removed from windscreen to pass the test.

Pass 15 Jul 2008 32,373 miles

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

Pass 24 Jan 2008 29,071 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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KW54 COA is a 2005 Suzuki Jimny in Silver with a 1,328cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87%.

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 KW54 COA, 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 KW54 COA registered?

KW54 COA is a 2005 Suzuki Jimny, first registered on 28 January 2005.

Is KW54 COA safe to buy?

The MOT history for KW54 COA shows 23 tests with a 87% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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