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LR05 BNE

2005 Suzuki Jimny

Black Petrol 1328cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Mar 2019
Tests14 (9 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate64.3%

Mileage

135,139 mi
Last recorded135,139 miles
Recorded on27 Mar 2018
Typical for 2005 Suzuki Jimny55,000 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLR05 BNE
MakeSuzuki
ModelJimny
Year2005
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,328cc

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MOT History

9 pass 5 fail
Pass 27 Mar 2018 135,139 miles

Oil leak ()

Pass 30 Jan 2017 128,220 miles

Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Pass 4 Jun 2014 117,950 miles

Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 2 Jul 2013 114,810 miles
Fail 26 Jun 2013 114,797 miles

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

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

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

Pass 15 Jun 2012 100,386 miles

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

Fail 15 Jun 2012 100,386 miles

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

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

Pass 9 Jun 2011 84,342 miles
Fail 3 Jun 2011 84,342 miles

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Front registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)

Offside Obligatory mirror does not provide a view to the rear (8.1.2b)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

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

Pass 4 Jun 2010 69,510 miles

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

Front brake disc slightly scored (3.5.1h)

Nail in nearside front tyre

engine management light on

rear exhaust box heat sheild insecure

Pass 6 Apr 2009 56,243 miles
Fail 31 Mar 2009 56,088 miles

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

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

Offside Rear Direction indicators incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Rear position lamp(s) incomplete (1.1.4a)

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

Pass 28 Mar 2008 39,779 miles
Fail 26 Mar 2008 39,776 miles

Offside Obligatory mirror seriously deteriorated, affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)

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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LR05 BNE is a 2005 Suzuki Jimny in Black with a 1,328cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 64.3%.

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 LR05 BNE, 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 LR05 BNE registered?

LR05 BNE is a 2005 Suzuki Jimny, first registered on 31 March 2005.

Is LR05 BNE safe to buy?

The MOT history for LR05 BNE shows 14 tests with a 64.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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