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MJ05 ZRZ

2005 Suzuki Jimny

Blue Petrol 1328cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires3 Nov 2026
Tests25 (19 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate76%

Mileage

63,689 mi
Last recorded63,689 miles
Recorded on21 Oct 2025
Typical for 2005 Suzuki Jimny55,000 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMJ05 ZRZ
MakeSuzuki
ModelJimny
Year2005
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,328cc

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MOT History

19 pass 6 fail
Pass 21 Oct 2025 63,689 miles

Nearside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Offside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Upper Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive cup on chassis (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Offside Rear body mount bracket holed

fail smoke test on c/o. suzuki not supported.

Fail 16 Oct 2025 63,689 miles

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

Nearside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Offside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Upper Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive cup on chassis (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Offside Rear body mount bracket holed

fail smoke test on c/o. suzuki not supported.

Pass 15 Oct 2024 61,006 miles

Nearside Rear Inner Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced sill holed by body mount (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Pass 12 Oct 2023 58,286 miles
Pass 17 Oct 2022 56,391 miles
Pass 4 Oct 2021 55,380 miles
Pass 5 Oct 2020 53,633 miles

Offside Front Outer Hub seal has slight leak

Fail 5 Oct 2020 53,633 miles

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

Offside Front Outer Hub seal has slight leak

Pass 4 Oct 2019 52,036 miles
Pass 22 Oct 2018 49,761 miles
Fail 12 Oct 2018 49,731 miles

Oil leaking excessively from transmission Both front axle spheres (8.4.1 (a) (i))

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

Pass 4 Nov 2017 47,287 miles
Pass 20 Jan 2017 46,490 miles
Pass 16 Feb 2016 43,911 miles
Pass 23 Apr 2015 40,699 miles
Fail 24 Sep 2014 40,563 miles

Nearside Body or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)

Nearside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)

Offside Body or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)

Offside Front Axle swivel joint has excessive play in a swivel pin (2.5.A.3b)

Offside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)

Offside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

exhaust back box corroded but not blowing

fuel pipes slightly corroded

Pass 12 May 2014 39,824 miles

Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Fuel pipes corroded

Nearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Rear Tie bar/rod corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

Pass 15 May 2013 37,089 miles
Fail 22 May 2012 34,452 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 22 May 2012 34,452 miles
Pass 23 May 2011 31,401 miles
Pass 19 May 2010 28,488 miles
Pass 19 May 2009 24,266 miles
Pass 16 May 2008 19,415 miles
Fail 16 May 2008 19,415 miles

Nearside Front Axle swivel joint has excessive play (2.5.A.3b)

Offside Front Axle swivel joint has excessive play (2.5.A.3b) DANGEROUS

o/s/f bottom swivel joint bearing seal leaking oil onto brakes.

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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MJ05 ZRZ is a 2005 Suzuki Jimny in Blue with a 1,328cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 25 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76%.

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 MJ05 ZRZ, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was MJ05 ZRZ registered?

MJ05 ZRZ is a 2005 Suzuki Jimny, first registered on 21 May 2005.

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The MOT history for MJ05 ZRZ shows 25 tests with a 76% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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