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NL55 SWJ

2005 Suzuki Jimny

Red Petrol 1328cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires11 Jun 2027
Tests21 (16 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate76.2%

Mileage

100,135 mi
Last recorded100,135 miles
Recorded on12 Jun 2026
Typical for 2005 Suzuki Jimny55,000 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationNL55 SWJ
MakeSuzuki
ModelJimny
Year2005
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,328cc

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MOT History

16 pass 5 fail
Pass 12 Jun 2026 100,135 miles

Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Fail 21 May 2026 99,887 miles

Central Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength inner wheel arch (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Axle swivel pins and bushes swivel pin and/or bush excessively worn (5.1.2 (b) (i))

Nearside Suspension component mounting prescribed area is inadequately repaired inner sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Brake pipe excessively corroded front to rear (1.1.11 (c))

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

Offside Front Wheel bearing rough when rotated (5.1.3 (b) (i))

Offside Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength inner sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Rear Exhaust system insecure (6.1.2 (a))

Nearside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement trailing arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement trailing arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))

offside front inner wheel arch slightly corroded

rear chassis legs slightly corroded

sill covers fitted

transfer box/propshaft mount insecure

Pass 21 May 2025 95,124 miles

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

Chassis Corroded

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

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

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

Pass 14 May 2024 92,972 miles

Front corrosion around headlights

Fail 9 May 2024 92,956 miles

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

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

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

Front corrosion around headlights

Pass 3 May 2023 90,264 miles

under seal front to back

Pass 5 May 2022 88,197 miles

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material all brake pipes on limit (1.1.11 (c))

Nearside Front Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced inner wing at x member (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Fail 5 May 2022 88,197 miles

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material all brake pipes on limit (1.1.11 (c))

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

Nearside Front Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced inner wing at x member (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Pass 29 Apr 2021 86,953 miles
Fail 28 Apr 2021 86,947 miles

Emissions not tested mis fire (8.2.1.2 (d))

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Pass 19 Jul 2018 86,594 miles

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

Nearside inner sill slight corrosion

Pass 30 Jun 2017 77,088 miles
Pass 6 Jul 2016 74,288 miles

Offside Front Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Pass 29 Jun 2015 72,157 miles
Pass 17 Jun 2014 70,537 miles

Nearside front brake brake binding slightly

Pass 17 Jun 2013 67,624 miles

Nearside front brake sticking slightly

Pass 12 Jun 2012 63,086 miles
Pass 13 Jun 2011 60,096 miles
Pass 9 Jun 2010 53,392 miles
Pass 15 Jun 2009 46,640 miles
Fail 1 Apr 2009 46,561 miles

Nearside Front suspension has excessive play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

Nearside Front suspension has excessive play in a upper suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

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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NL55 SWJ is a 2005 Suzuki Jimny in Red with a 1,328cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.2%.

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 NL55 SWJ, 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 NL55 SWJ registered?

NL55 SWJ is a 2005 Suzuki Jimny, first registered on 28 September 2005.

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