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LD05 RZV

2005 Suzuki Jimny

Red Petrol 1328cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 Aug 2025
Tests23 (15 pass, 8 fail)
Pass rate65.2%

Mileage

148,339 mi
Last recorded148,339 miles
Recorded on19 Aug 2024
Typical for 2005 Suzuki Jimny55,000 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLD05 RZV
MakeSuzuki
ModelJimny
Year2005
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,328cc

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MOT History

15 pass 8 fail
Pass 19 Aug 2024 148,339 miles
Pass 26 Apr 2023 133,394 miles

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

Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 7 Dec 2020 130,415 miles
Fail 28 Nov 2020 130,382 miles

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

Exhaust emissions likely to be affected by an exhaust leak (8.2.1.1 (b))

Offside Rear Lower Shock absorbers has an excessively worn bush (5.3.2 (c))

Rear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Central Exhaust mounting defective & rear (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 3 Jun 2019 127,400 miles

both headlight beam images poor

slight corrosion front axle metal lubricant pipes

Pass 31 May 2018 124,549 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2017 122,220 miles
Pass 13 May 2016 118,958 miles

rear number obscured by tow bar -very close to excess-

Pass 1 Jun 2015 114,759 miles

All front metal brake pipes corroded

Front brake pads look worn (low)

Rear number plate covered by tow - bar (very close to excess)

Fail 1 Jun 2015 114,759 miles

All front metal brake pipes corroded

Front brake pads look worn (low)

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

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

Rear number plate covered by tow - bar (very close to excess)

Pass 24 May 2014 110,802 miles

Offside driveshaft hub seal leaking oil.

Fail 25 May 2013 109,999 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 25 May 2013 109,999 miles
Fail 6 Jun 2012 108,043 miles

Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Front Seat belt stitching slightly frayed (5.2.2b)

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

Nearside Rear position lamp(s) incorrect colour (1.1.A.3e)

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

offside front wing damaged and catching on door

Pass 6 Jun 2012 108,043 miles

Front Seat belt stitching slightly frayed (5.2.2b)

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

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

offside front wing damaged and catching on door

Pass 25 Mar 2011 102,646 miles
Fail 25 Mar 2011 102,646 miles

Nearside Stop lamp emits other than a steady red light (1.2.1e)

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

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

Pass 26 Mar 2010 92,810 miles
Fail 26 Mar 2010 92,810 miles

Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Fail 10 Mar 2009 80,674 miles

Offside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Pass 10 Mar 2009 80,674 miles
Pass 2 Apr 2008 56,963 miles
Fail 2 Apr 2008 56,963 miles

Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)

Offside Front Seat belt damaged sufficient to obstruct correct operation of the belt (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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LD05 RZV is a 2005 Suzuki Jimny in Red with a 1,328cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 65.2%.

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 LD05 RZV, 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 LD05 RZV registered?

LD05 RZV is a 2005 Suzuki Jimny, first registered on 31 March 2005.

Is LD05 RZV safe to buy?

The MOT history for LD05 RZV shows 23 tests with a 65.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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