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M21 DUD

2005 Suzuki Jimny

Black Petrol 1328cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires28 Sep 2026
Tests22 (17 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate77.3%

Mileage

89,093 mi
Last recorded89,093 miles
Recorded on25 Sep 2025
Typical for 2005 Suzuki Jimny55,000 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationM21 DUD
MakeSuzuki
ModelJimny
Year2005
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,328cc

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MOT History

17 pass 5 fail
Pass 25 Sep 2025 89,093 miles

Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output both (4.1.4 (b))

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

Fail 25 Sep 2025 89,093 miles

Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output both (4.1.4 (b))

Offside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

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

Pass 20 Sep 2024 84,311 miles
Pass 14 Sep 2023 81,867 miles

underside vehicle covered in underseal and over brake pipes

Fail 12 Sep 2023 81,865 miles

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

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

underside vehicle covered in underseal and over brake pipes

Pass 23 Sep 2022 79,376 miles

underside vehicle has been wax oiled and over all brake pipes

Pass 29 Sep 2021 76,383 miles
Pass 18 Aug 2021 76,320 miles
Pass 25 Aug 2020 76,037 miles

Nearside Headlamp lens slightly defective starting to crack and craze (plastic) (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Offside Headlamp lens slightly defective starting to crack and craze (plastic) (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Fail 21 Aug 2020 76,037 miles

Nearside Integral body structure has excessive corrosion which adversely affects braking or steering (6.1.1 (c) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Integral body structure or chassis has excessive corrosion to the extent that overall security or stability of the body is impaired (6.2.2 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Headlamp lens slightly defective starting to crack and craze (plastic) (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Offside Headlamp lens slightly defective starting to crack and craze (plastic) (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Pass 2 Aug 2019 74,997 miles
Pass 13 Aug 2018 73,261 miles

Front grease / oil leak from front swivels

Front plastic headlight lenses have cracks but do not effect beam patterns

Pass 2 Aug 2017 71,285 miles
Pass 17 Aug 2016 69,415 miles

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

Fail 15 Aug 2016 69,414 miles

Nearside Steering pivot point has excessive play (2.2.B.1g)

Offside Steering pivot point has excessive play (2.2.B.1g)

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

Pass 14 Aug 2015 65,601 miles

Nearside Front Axle swivel joint has slight movement between a swivel joint and its housing (2.5.A.1b)

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

Offside Front Axle swivel joint has slight movement between a swivel joint and its housing (2.5.A.1b)

Fail 14 Aug 2015 65,601 miles

Nearside Front Axle swivel joint has slight movement between a swivel joint and its housing (2.5.A.1b)

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

Offside Front Axle swivel joint has slight movement between a swivel joint and its housing (2.5.A.1b)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 15 Aug 2014 59,743 miles

Offside Rear Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

front disc n/s pitted

mil light on

Pass 2 Aug 2013 47,813 miles
Pass 31 Aug 2012 38,230 miles
Pass 4 Nov 2009 26,055 miles
Pass 22 Oct 2008 14,843 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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M21 DUD is a 2005 Suzuki Jimny in Black with a 1,328cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.3%.

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 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 M21 DUD, 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 M21 DUD registered?

M21 DUD is a 2005 Suzuki Jimny, first registered on 30 September 2005.

Is M21 DUD safe to buy?

The MOT history for M21 DUD shows 22 tests with a 77.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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