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MW05 PWU

2005 Suzuki Jimny

Red Petrol 1298cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires14 Aug 2027
Tests22 (20 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate90.9%

Mileage

94,411 mi
Last recorded94,411 miles
Recorded on14 Aug 2026
Typical for 2005 Suzuki Jimny55,000 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMW05 PWU
MakeSuzuki
ModelJimny
Year2005
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,298cc

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MOT History

20 pass 2 fail
Pass 14 Aug 2026 94,411 miles
Pass 6 Aug 2025 89,535 miles
Fail 1 Aug 2025 89,515 miles

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

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Rear Vehicle structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security (6.2.2 (d) (i))

Pass 30 Jul 2024 84,790 miles
Pass 15 Aug 2023 79,662 miles

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

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

Pass 19 Aug 2022 75,559 miles
Pass 20 Aug 2021 69,859 miles
Pass 28 Aug 2020 65,348 miles
Pass 10 Sep 2019 60,834 miles
Pass 4 Sep 2018 55,779 miles
Pass 18 Sep 2017 49,383 miles

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit 205 / 70 R 15 (4.1.E.1)

Pass 18 Aug 2016 42,873 miles
Pass 17 Sep 2015 38,705 miles
Pass 15 Sep 2014 33,068 miles
Pass 29 Aug 2014 32,886 miles
Pass 27 Aug 2013 29,109 miles
Pass 27 Aug 2012 27,898 miles

Exhaust Back Box Outer Skin Loose

Pass 1 Sep 2011 27,062 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 9 Aug 2010 25,162 miles
Fail 9 Aug 2010 25,162 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 2 Jul 2009 16,169 miles
Pass 1 Jul 2008 9,278 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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MW05 PWU is a 2005 Suzuki Jimny in Red with a 1,298cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.9%.

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 MW05 PWU, 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 MW05 PWU registered?

MW05 PWU is a 2005 Suzuki Jimny, first registered on 18 June 2005.

Is MW05 PWU safe to buy?

The MOT history for MW05 PWU shows 22 tests with a 90.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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