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LC55 TJX

2005 Suzuki Jimny

Red Petrol 1298cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 Feb 2025
Tests20 (16 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

49,782 mi
Last recorded49,782 miles
Recorded on12 Feb 2024
Typical for 2005 Suzuki Jimny55,000 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLC55 TJX
MakeSuzuki
ModelJimny
Year2005
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,298cc

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MOT History

16 pass 4 fail
Pass 12 Feb 2024 49,782 miles
Fail 12 Feb 2024 49,782 miles

Exhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))

Fuel cap/sealing device ineffective (6.1.3 (b) (i))

Pass 11 Feb 2023 48,673 miles

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

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

Offside Rear Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))

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

Oil leak, but not excessive diff (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Fail 10 Feb 2023 48,672 miles

Nearside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

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

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

Offside Rear Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))

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

Oil leak, but not excessive diff (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 9 Feb 2022 48,135 miles
Pass 11 Feb 2021 47,293 miles

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

Fail 11 Feb 2021 47,293 miles

Front Registration plate inscription illegible (0.1 (b))

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

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

Pass 22 Jan 2020 45,852 miles
Pass 14 Feb 2019 42,719 miles
Pass 11 Dec 2017 42,467 miles
Pass 6 Dec 2016 41,483 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Pass 10 Dec 2015 40,366 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread Cracked (6.3.1d)

Pass 8 Dec 2014 37,835 miles

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

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

rear exhaust box outer skin coming off

Pass 9 Dec 2013 33,318 miles

front number plate cracked

o/s front wiper blade starting to split

rear exhaust section corroded and thin

Pass 11 Dec 2012 29,727 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Pass 14 Dec 2011 28,322 miles

Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

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

Pass 13 Dec 2010 25,682 miles
Pass 16 Dec 2009 21,875 miles
Pass 16 Dec 2008 17,850 miles
Fail 16 Dec 2008 17,850 miles

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

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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LC55 TJX is a 2005 Suzuki Jimny in Red with a 1,298cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 LC55 TJX, 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 LC55 TJX registered?

LC55 TJX is a 2005 Suzuki Jimny, first registered on 17 December 2005.

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