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LR05 UBG

2005 Suzuki Jimny

Red Petrol 1298cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires30 Mar 2027
Tests22 (19 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate86.4%

Mileage

42,226 mi
Last recorded42,226 miles
Recorded on10 Mar 2026
Typical for 2005 Suzuki Jimny55,000 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLR05 UBG
MakeSuzuki
ModelJimny
Year2005
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,298cc

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MOT History

19 pass 3 fail
Pass 10 Mar 2026 42,226 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))

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

rear exhaust box corroded

Fail 9 Mar 2026 42,224 miles

Central Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

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

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

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

Offside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Nearside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Offside Rear Position lamp slightly affected by the operation of another lamp (4.2.3 (c))

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

rear exhaust box corroded

Pass 11 Mar 2025 41,421 miles
Pass 26 Mar 2024 40,221 miles
Pass 29 Mar 2023 39,470 miles
Pass 17 Mar 2022 37,833 miles

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

Pass 10 Mar 2021 36,293 miles
Pass 23 Mar 2020 34,849 miles
Pass 27 Mar 2019 33,409 miles

Rear Exhaust box corroded

Fail 25 Mar 2019 33,407 miles

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

Front Registration plate inscription illegible (0.1 (b))

Offside Front Headlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Rear Exhaust box corroded

Pass 24 Mar 2018 32,818 miles
Fail 24 Mar 2018 32,818 miles

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

Pass 8 Mar 2017 31,655 miles
Pass 21 Mar 2016 31,106 miles
Pass 17 Mar 2015 28,619 miles
Pass 8 Mar 2014 27,770 miles
Pass 13 Mar 2013 26,468 miles
Pass 23 Mar 2012 24,858 miles
Pass 18 Mar 2011 23,246 miles
Pass 5 Mar 2010 21,369 miles
Pass 17 Mar 2009 17,660 miles
Pass 17 Mar 2008 14,010 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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LR05 UBG is a 2005 Suzuki Jimny in Red with a 1,298cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 86.4%.

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 LR05 UBG, 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 LR05 UBG registered?

LR05 UBG is a 2005 Suzuki Jimny, first registered on 30 March 2005.

Is LR05 UBG safe to buy?

The MOT history for LR05 UBG shows 22 tests with a 86.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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