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LX05 ZZV

2005 Suzuki Jimny

Silver Petrol 1298cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 Mar 2016
Tests10 (8 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

17,297 mi
Last recorded17,297 miles
Recorded on11 Feb 2015
Typical for 2005 Suzuki Jimny55,000 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLX05 ZZV
MakeSuzuki
ModelJimny
Year2005
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,298cc

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MOT History

8 pass 2 fail
Pass 11 Feb 2015 17,297 miles

dampness around n/s/r shocker

front pads wearing low

heavy engine oil leaks recommend attention

rear silencer heavily corroded

Pass 13 Feb 2014 65,704 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

o/s/f wiper split on ends

Pass 25 Feb 2013 57,679 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)

heavy engine oil leeks

Pass 28 Feb 2012 50,155 miles

dampness around offside rear shock absorber

heavy engine oil leaks

nearside front tyre wearing low on outer edge

rear tyre worn low and perished

Fail 27 Feb 2012 50,142 miles

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

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

dampness around offside rear shock absorber

heavy engine oil leaks

nearside front tyre wearing low on outer edge

rear tyre worn low and perished

Pass 1 Mar 2011 42,015 miles

excessive oil leaks on engine

Fail 1 Mar 2011 42,015 miles

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

excessive oil leaks on engine

Pass 2 Mar 2010 35,254 miles
Pass 3 Mar 2009 28,239 miles

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Rear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Pass 4 Mar 2008 21,034 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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LX05 ZZV is a 2005 Suzuki Jimny in Silver with a 1,298cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 LX05 ZZV, 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 LX05 ZZV registered?

LX05 ZZV is a 2005 Suzuki Jimny, first registered on 1 March 2005.

Is LX05 ZZV safe to buy?

The MOT history for LX05 ZZV shows 10 tests with a 80% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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