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NC05 VZX

2005 Suzuki Jimny

Beige Petrol 1328cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Dec 2024
Tests19 (16 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate84.2%

Mileage

43,022 mi
Last recorded43,022 miles
Recorded on7 Dec 2023
Typical for 2005 Suzuki Jimny55,000 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationNC05 VZX
MakeSuzuki
ModelJimny
Year2005
ColourBeige
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,328cc

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MOT History

16 pass 3 fail
Pass 7 Dec 2023 43,022 miles

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

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

Fail 4 Dec 2023 43,018 miles

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

Exhaust carbon monoxide content at idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))

Offside Front Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Offside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

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

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

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

Pass 9 Dec 2022 43,002 miles

nearside front swivel housing bearing slight play

Fail 8 Dec 2022 43,002 miles

Offside Rear Inner Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced (7.1.1 (a) (i))

nearside front swivel housing bearing slight play

Pass 21 Dec 2021 42,297 miles
Pass 10 Dec 2020 42,289 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2019 42,194 miles
Pass 13 Jun 2018 39,662 miles
Fail 13 Jun 2018 39,662 miles

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

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))

Pass 7 Jun 2017 38,331 miles

all tyres starting to crack on side walls but not danerous

Pass 6 Jun 2016 36,348 miles
Pass 30 Jun 2015 36,190 miles
Pass 5 Aug 2014 34,694 miles

corrosion to suspension components

rear shocker bushes poor condition

slight play o/s/f hub

surface rust to brake pipes

underbody corrosion forming

various body damage

Pass 8 Aug 2013 32,569 miles

corrosion to fuel lines

corrosion to suspension components

exhaust poor condition

rear suspension bushes poor condition

slight cracks to all tyres

surface rust to brake pipes

underbody corrosion forming

Pass 6 Aug 2012 30,247 miles

corrosion to power steering pipes.

corrosion to suspension components.

exhaust in very poor condition.

surface rust to brake pipes.

underbody corrosion forming.

Pass 9 Aug 2011 28,141 miles

corrosion to fuel lines

exhaust poor condition

heavy corrosion to suspension components

heavy underbody corrosion

surface rust to brake pipes

Pass 5 Aug 2010 25,423 miles

surface rust to brake pipes

Pass 18 Aug 2009 22,556 miles

slight oil leak n/s/f hub.

Pass 17 Jun 2008 17,329 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 VZX is a 2005 Suzuki Jimny in Beige with a 1,328cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.2%.

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 VZX, 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 VZX registered?

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

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