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LV55 RZM

2005 Suzuki Jimny

Silver Petrol 1328cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires2 Feb 2027
Tests22 (18 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate81.8%

Mileage

134,437 mi
Last recorded134,437 miles
Recorded on3 Feb 2026
Typical for 2005 Suzuki Jimny55,000 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLV55 RZM
MakeSuzuki
ModelJimny
Year2005
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,328cc

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MOT History

18 pass 4 fail
Pass 3 Feb 2026 134,437 miles
Pass 7 Oct 2024 131,405 miles

Nearside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Rear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Pass 31 Jul 2023 127,919 miles
Fail 8 Jun 2023 127,897 miles

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

Exhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))

Nearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area fractured significantly reducing structural strength (5.3.6 (a) (i))

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

Nearside Axle swivel joint so worn or insecure in a stub axle that directional stability is impaired (5.1.2 (b) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Pass 16 Jun 2022 121,581 miles

Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases Section (6.1.2 (a))

Nearside Front Outer Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Edge (5.2.3 (e))

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

Nearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

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

Offside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

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

Pass 8 Jun 2021 118,620 miles

Offside Front Lower Stub axle has slight vertical movement between stub axle and axle beam (5.1.2 (c) (i))

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

Pass 17 Jun 2020 117,284 miles
Pass 13 Jun 2019 114,390 miles
Pass 15 Jun 2018 108,006 miles
Pass 19 Jun 2017 101,643 miles

EML on

emission passed on second fast idle

Pass 13 Jun 2016 93,501 miles
Pass 19 Dec 2014 83,083 miles
Fail 18 Dec 2014 83,076 miles

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

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

Pass 29 Aug 2014 79,275 miles

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

rear exhaust mounting corroded

Pass 30 Aug 2013 71,285 miles
Pass 30 Jul 2012 62,363 miles

small splits on wipers

Fail 3 Aug 2011 53,538 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 3 Aug 2011 53,538 miles
Pass 11 Aug 2010 45,200 miles

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

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

Nearside front disc slightly scored and pitted

Offside front disc slightly pitted (inner face)

front brake juddering slightly (3.7.A.2b)

Fail 10 Aug 2009 36,473 miles

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 10 Aug 2009 36,473 miles
Pass 19 Aug 2008 29,069 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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LV55 RZM is a 2005 Suzuki Jimny in Silver with a 1,328cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.8%.

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 LV55 RZM, 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 LV55 RZM registered?

LV55 RZM is a 2005 Suzuki Jimny, first registered on 29 September 2005.

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