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NC05 VZO

2005 Suzuki Jimny

Green Petrol 1328cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Jul 2026
Tests21 (18 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

126,573 mi
Last recorded126,573 miles
Recorded on22 Jul 2025
Typical for 2005 Suzuki Jimny55,000 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationNC05 VZO
MakeSuzuki
ModelJimny
Year2005
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,328cc

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MOT History

18 pass 3 fail
Pass 22 Jul 2025 126,573 miles
Pass 31 Jul 2024 122,312 miles
Pass 10 Jun 2023 116,792 miles
Pass 7 Jul 2022 110,983 miles
Fail 7 Jul 2022 110,983 miles

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

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 23 Jul 2021 104,515 miles
Pass 20 Jun 2020 99,421 miles
Pass 6 Feb 2019 89,316 miles
Fail 28 Jan 2019 89,306 miles

Exhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))

Pass 17 Jan 2018 85,550 miles
Pass 9 Jan 2017 145,069 miles

Brake pipe slightly corroded all brake pipes (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 8 Jan 2016 77,713 miles
Pass 21 Jan 2015 73,596 miles
Pass 14 Jan 2014 65,984 miles
Fail 14 Jan 2014 65,984 miles

Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Nearside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Pass 14 Jan 2013 59,403 miles

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

Pass 30 Mar 2012 52,404 miles
Pass 21 Apr 2011 43,813 miles
Pass 16 Jun 2010 42,193 miles
Pass 25 Jun 2009 30,973 miles
Pass 24 Jun 2008 24,141 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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NC05 VZO 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 85.7%.

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 NC05 VZO, 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 NC05 VZO registered?

NC05 VZO is a 2005 Suzuki Jimny, first registered on 30 June 2005.

Is NC05 VZO safe to buy?

The MOT history for NC05 VZO shows 21 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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