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MK05 TZJ

2005 Suzuki Jimny

Green Petrol 1328cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Jun 2026
Tests21 (17 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate81%

Mileage

63,534 mi
Last recorded63,534 miles
Recorded on1 Jul 2025
Typical for 2005 Suzuki Jimny55,000 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMK05 TZJ
MakeSuzuki
ModelJimny
Year2005
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,328cc

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MOT History

17 pass 4 fail
Pass 1 Jul 2025 63,534 miles

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

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing 205/70/15 (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

chassis and suspension corrosion

Fail 1 Jul 2025 63,534 miles

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

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

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing 205/70/15 (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

chassis and suspension corrosion

Pass 16 Dec 2022 62,672 miles
Pass 24 Mar 2022 62,513 miles

Front Items removed from driver's view prior to test ()

Fail 24 Mar 2022 62,513 miles

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

Front Items removed from driver's view prior to test ()

Pass 12 Mar 2021 61,336 miles

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

Fail 12 Mar 2021 61,336 miles

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

Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

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

Pass 12 Mar 2020 60,699 miles

Central Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Central Front Items removed from driver's view prior to test ()

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Upper Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))

Offside Front Upper Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Rear Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))

Pass 13 Mar 2019 59,005 miles

Nearside Front Valve stem slightly damaged (5.2.3 (j))

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Rear Valve stem slightly damaged (5.2.3 (j))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Rear Valve stem slightly damaged (5.2.3 (j))

Pass 15 Mar 2018 57,319 miles

Nearside Front Valve stem slightly damaged (4.1.D.1e)

Nearside Rear Lower Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)

Nearside Rear Valve stem slightly damaged (4.1.D.1e)

Offside Rear Lower Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)

Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases back box joint (7.1.2)

Pass 15 Mar 2017 55,317 miles

Nearside Front Valve stem slightly damaged (4.1.D.1e)

Offside Rear Valve stem slightly damaged (4.1.D.1e)

Pass 12 Mar 2016 49,740 miles
Pass 26 Feb 2015 41,589 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)

Fail 26 Feb 2015 41,589 miles

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

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)

Pass 10 Mar 2014 39,182 miles
Pass 22 Feb 2013 36,822 miles
Pass 22 Feb 2012 33,987 miles
Pass 10 Mar 2011 31,077 miles
Pass 4 Mar 2010 22,935 miles
Pass 4 Mar 2009 20,119 miles
Pass 11 Mar 2008 15,343 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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MK05 TZJ is a 2005 Suzuki Jimny in Green with a 1,328cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81%.

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 MK05 TZJ, 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 MK05 TZJ registered?

MK05 TZJ is a 2005 Suzuki Jimny, first registered on 14 March 2005.

Is MK05 TZJ safe to buy?

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