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MH05 MOU

2005 Suzuki Jimny

Blue Petrol 1298cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires25 Jun 2027
Tests22 (13 pass, 9 fail)
Pass rate59.1%

Mileage

83,427 mi
Last recorded83,427 miles
Recorded on19 Jun 2026
Typical for 2005 Suzuki Jimny55,000 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMH05 MOU
MakeSuzuki
ModelJimny
Year2005
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,298cc

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MOT History

13 pass 9 fail
Pass 19 Jun 2026 83,427 miles

Nearside Rear Inner Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced WHEEL ARCH (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Offside Rear Inner Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced WHEEL ARCH (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Pass 18 Jun 2025 77,769 miles
Pass 26 Jun 2024 69,749 miles

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Fail 29 May 2024 69,735 miles

Exhaust emissions likely to be affected by an exhaust leak (8.2.1.1 (b))

Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

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

Nearside Headlamp light source and lamp not compatible (4.1.4 (c))

Nearside Rear Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Offside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Headlamp light source and lamp not compatible (4.1.4 (c))

Corrosion all underside components

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

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

Pass 26 May 2023 67,397 miles
Pass 28 Jun 2022 66,378 miles

Offside Rear Inner Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

under floor ans components been under sealed

Fail 27 Jun 2022 66,375 miles

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

Nearside Front Brake disc significantly and obviously worn (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Offside Front Brake disc contaminated (1.1.14 (b))

Service brake efficiency below requirements (1.2.2 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Inner Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

under floor ans components been under sealed

Fail 25 Mar 2022 66,312 miles

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

Nearside Rear Integral body structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting inner sill (6.2.2 (d) (i))

Offside Rear Integral body structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting inner sill (6.2.2 (d) (i))

Offside Rear Integral body structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting wheel arch (6.2.2 (d) (i))

Rear Brakes imbalanced across an axle (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Pass 4 Mar 2021 64,030 miles

4 wheel drive light flashing

Fail 4 Mar 2021 64,030 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

4 wheel drive light flashing

Pass 9 Mar 2020 63,361 miles
Fail 2 Mar 2020 63,288 miles

Offside Rear Service brake effort inadequate at a wheel (1.2.1 (a) (i))

Rear Brakes imbalanced across an axle (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Rear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Pass 5 Mar 2019 59,204 miles
Fail 4 Mar 2019 59,204 miles

Front Brakes imbalanced across an axle (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Pass 30 Mar 2018 54,720 miles
Fail 30 Mar 2018 54,720 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Rear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (3.7.B.5b)

Pass 6 Mar 2017 50,275 miles
Pass 1 Mar 2016 45,517 miles
Fail 1 Mar 2016 45,517 miles

Front Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases downpipe cat (7.1.2)

Fail 31 Mar 2015 40,215 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 31 Mar 2015 40,215 miles
Pass 27 Aug 2014 37,432 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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MH05 MOU is a 2005 Suzuki Jimny in Blue with a 1,298cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 59.1%.

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 MH05 MOU, 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 MH05 MOU registered?

MH05 MOU is a 2005 Suzuki Jimny, first registered on 2 August 2005.

Is MH05 MOU safe to buy?

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