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MW05 XEY

2005 Suzuki Jimny

Red Petrol 1298cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires1 Nov 2026
Tests24 (20 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

73,313 mi
Last recorded73,313 miles
Recorded on20 Oct 2025
Typical for 2005 Suzuki Jimny55,000 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

20 pass 4 fail
Pass 20 Oct 2025 73,313 miles

Nearside Rear Cab or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security rear body mounting area (6.2.2 (d) (i))

Offside Rear Cab or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security Body mounting area (6.2.2 (d) (i))

Offside Rear Cab or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security inner sill area (6.2.2 (d) (i))

Pass 29 Oct 2024 71,583 miles

Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Across axle corroded and others covered in grease (1.1.11 (c))

Fail 28 Oct 2024 71,580 miles

Exhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits Exhaust leaking ?? (8.2.1.2 (c))

Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Across axle corroded and others covered in grease (1.1.11 (c))

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

Pass 24 Oct 2023 69,944 miles
Pass 25 Oct 2022 68,111 miles

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin brake binding ? (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Pass 2 Nov 2021 66,317 miles
Pass 16 Oct 2020 64,949 miles

All differential actuator pipes heavily corroded

All fuel pipes corroded

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material All (1.1.11 (c))

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

Nearside Rear Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))

Pass 2 Nov 2019 63,411 miles

All diff lock vacuum pipes badly corroded.

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material All (1.1.11 (c))

Coil spring corroded All (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Fuel Pipe/s corroded ()

Integral body structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security Both sill (6.2.2 (d) (i))

Pass 2 Mar 2019 62,884 miles

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

Pass 11 Jul 2018 59,934 miles

Fluid leak, but not excessive coolant (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Offside Rear bumper loose but not likely to become detached

Oil leak, but not excessive engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Power steering pipe/hose slightly corroded (2.1.5 (g) (i))

both front tractor joints, balls corroded

fuel pipes corroded

Fail 10 Jul 2018 59,934 miles

Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced nearside rear inner sill (7.1.1 (a) (i))

Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced offside rear inner sill (7.1.1 (a) (i))

Fluid leak, but not excessive coolant (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Offside Rear bumper loose but not likely to become detached

Oil leak, but not excessive engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Power steering pipe/hose slightly corroded (2.1.5 (g) (i))

both front tractor joints, balls corroded

fuel pipes corroded

Pass 28 Jun 2017 54,955 miles
Pass 26 Jul 2016 50,647 miles
Fail 26 Jul 2016 50,647 miles

Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)

Rear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

front pads worn

Pass 14 Jul 2015 45,047 miles
Pass 23 Jul 2014 39,717 miles
Fail 23 Jul 2014 39,717 miles

Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)

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

Pass 23 Jul 2013 34,589 miles
Pass 23 Jul 2012 29,337 miles
Pass 19 Jul 2011 23,399 miles
Pass 23 Jul 2010 17,628 miles

Rear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Pass 24 Jul 2009 13,164 miles

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

back bumper cracked

Pass 26 Aug 2008 8,099 miles
Pass 4 Jun 2008 7,832 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 XEY is a 2005 Suzuki Jimny in Red with a 1,298cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 24 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 MW05 XEY, 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 XEY registered?

MW05 XEY is a 2005 Suzuki Jimny, first registered on 28 June 2005.

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