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LF55 FVD

2005 Suzuki Jimny

Blue Petrol 1298cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 Jun 2024
Tests23 (16 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate69.6%

Mileage

94,565 mi
Last recorded94,565 miles
Recorded on13 Jun 2024
Typical for 2005 Suzuki Jimny55,000 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLF55 FVD
MakeSuzuki
ModelJimny
Year2005
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,298cc

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MOT History

16 pass 7 fail
Fail 13 Jun 2024 94,565 miles

Offside Rear Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced inner sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Offside Rear Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced inner wheel arch (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Nearside Headlamp lens slightly defective cracked (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced inner sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))

battery warning lamp on

Pass 16 Jun 2023 93,901 miles

Nearside Headlamp lens slightly defective lens slightly cracked (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Offside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

Pass 15 Jun 2022 92,105 miles

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

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

Fail 15 Jun 2022 92,105 miles

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

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

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

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

Pass 28 May 2021 89,917 miles

All tyres cracked

Fail 27 May 2021 89,916 miles

Emissions not tested due to exhaust blow (8.2.1.2 (d))

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))

Nearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

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

Offside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded transverse (1.1.11 (c))

All tyres cracked

Offside Rear Nail in tyre ()

Pass 2 Jun 2020 79,561 miles

Central Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material left to right brake pipe (1.1.11 (c))

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

Nearside Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

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

Fail 2 Jun 2020 79,561 miles

Central Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material left to right brake pipe (1.1.11 (c))

Nearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

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

Nearside Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

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

Pass 10 Jun 2019 70,908 miles

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

Offside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

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

Pass 13 Jun 2018 62,397 miles

Nearside Rear Lower has a slightly worn bush

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing between tread (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Offside Rear Lower has a slightly worn bush

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing between tread (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Vehicles internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights ()

Fail 13 Jun 2018 62,397 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Nearside Rear Lower has a slightly worn bush

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing between tread (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Offside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Rear Lower has a slightly worn bush

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing between tread (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Vehicles internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights ()

Pass 20 Jun 2017 55,089 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)

Pass 17 Jun 2016 49,358 miles

Nearside Rear Lower Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)

Offside Rear Lower Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)

Fail 17 Jun 2016 49,358 miles

Nearside Rear Lower Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Rear Lower Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Pass 22 Jun 2015 47,847 miles
Pass 20 Jun 2014 45,957 miles
Pass 13 Jun 2013 43,366 miles

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)

Pass 21 Jun 2012 40,728 miles
Pass 31 May 2011 35,217 miles
Pass 30 Sep 2010 32,679 miles
Fail 9 Sep 2009 23,892 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 9 Sep 2009 23,892 miles
Pass 8 Oct 2008 16,303 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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LF55 FVD is a 2005 Suzuki Jimny in Blue with a 1,298cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 69.6%.

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 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 LF55 FVD, 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 LF55 FVD registered?

LF55 FVD is a 2005 Suzuki Jimny, first registered on 9 September 2005.

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