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NC55 JNX

2005 Suzuki Jimny

Silver Petrol 1328cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires16 Dec 2026
Tests21 (18 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

70,165 mi
Last recorded70,165 miles
Recorded on2 Dec 2025
Typical for 2005 Suzuki Jimny55,000 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationNC55 JNX
MakeSuzuki
ModelJimny
Year2005
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,328cc

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MOT History

18 pass 3 fail
Pass 2 Dec 2025 70,165 miles

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

Fuel tank corroded

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

Nearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

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

Pass 17 Dec 2024 69,572 miles

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

Nearside Front Service brake grabbing slightly (1.2.1 (c))

Nearside Front Shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing (5.3.2 (b))

Nearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

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

Offside Front Shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Pass 15 Dec 2023 68,919 miles

Offside Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Offside Rear Fuel hose deteriorated (6.1.3 (c) (ii))

Rear Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Boot Floor (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Pass 2 Dec 2022 67,146 miles
Fail 2 Dec 2022 67,146 miles

Nearside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers has negligible damping effect (5.3.2 (d))

Offside Rear Shock absorbers has negligible damping effect (5.3.2 (d))

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

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

Pass 15 Dec 2021 65,549 miles

Nearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Nearside Inner Integral body structure is repaired but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced body sill (6.1.1 (d) (i))

Offside Inner Integral body structure is repaired but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced body sill (6.1.1 (d) (i))

body kit fitted obscuring components[side skirts]

Fail 1 Dec 2021 64,441 miles

Brake pipe excessively corroded ALL UNDERBODY PIPES FROM FRONT TO REAR CORRODED TO EXCESS (1.1.11 (c))

Emissions not tested DUE TO CONDITION OF EXHAUST (8.2.1.2 (d))

Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases HOLED IN SEVERAL PLACES (6.1.2 (a))

Nearside Front Headlamp levelling device inoperative (4.1.5 (a))

Nearside Front Wheel bearing has excessive play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

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

Service brake efficiency below requirements (1.2.2 (a) (i))

Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced ALL UNDERBODY/SUBFRAMES (6.1.1 (c) (i))

SILL COVERS FITTED TO BOTH SIDES NOT ALLOWING CORROSION INSPECTION.

Pass 18 Nov 2020 63,924 miles

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

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

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

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

Pass 21 Dec 2019 59,661 miles
Pass 15 Dec 2018 52,466 miles
Pass 23 Dec 2017 46,734 miles
Pass 9 Dec 2016 42,583 miles
Pass 3 Dec 2015 38,594 miles

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

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

corrosion on all suspension parts

Fail 3 Dec 2015 38,594 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

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

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

corrosion on all suspension parts

Pass 22 Dec 2014 34,637 miles

oil leak n/s/f axle

Pass 12 Dec 2013 29,573 miles

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

Nearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Offside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Pass 18 Dec 2012 24,599 miles
Pass 13 Dec 2011 20,020 miles
Pass 17 Dec 2010 13,998 miles
Pass 22 Dec 2009 10,003 miles
Pass 19 Dec 2008 7,493 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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NC55 JNX is a 2005 Suzuki Jimny in Silver 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 NC55 JNX, 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 NC55 JNX registered?

NC55 JNX is a 2005 Suzuki Jimny, first registered on 30 December 2005.

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