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LW54 OSV

2005 Suzuki Jimny

Blue Petrol 1328cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 Dec 2024
Tests7 (5 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

217,602 mi
Last recorded217,602 miles
Recorded on7 Dec 2023
Typical for 2005 Suzuki Jimny55,000 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLW54 OSV
MakeSuzuki
ModelJimny
Year2005
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,328cc

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MOT History

5 pass 2 fail
Pass 7 Dec 2023 217,602 miles

Nearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

some corrosion within 30 cm of all body mounts front and rear are worse 8 points in total

Pass 30 Nov 2022 214,165 miles

front panel corroded on inner side

Pass 8 Dec 2021 206,261 miles

FRONT INNER PANEL CORRED BOTH SIDES

HEAVY SURFACE CORROSION TO REAR FLOOR AREA

Fail 19 Nov 2021 206,197 miles

Nearside Front Service brake lagging in operation (1.2.1 (d))

Nearside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced (7.1.1 (a) (i))

Front Brakes imbalanced across an axle by more than 50% (1.2.1 (b) (ii)) DANGEROUS

front inner panel corroded both sides.

heavy surface corrosion to rear floor area.

Pass 18 Nov 2020 197,619 miles

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

Pass 17 Dec 2019 192,350 miles

rear silencer corroded

Fail 17 Dec 2019 192,350 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

rear silencer corroded

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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LW54 OSV is a 2005 Suzuki Jimny in Blue with a 1,328cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

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 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 LW54 OSV, 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 LW54 OSV registered?

LW54 OSV is a 2005 Suzuki Jimny, first registered on 31 December 2005.

Is LW54 OSV safe to buy?

The MOT history for LW54 OSV shows 7 tests with a 71.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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