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NL55 SWU

2005 Suzuki Jimny

Silver Petrol 1328cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 Dec 2021
Tests15 (11 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate73.3%

Mileage

140,962 mi
Last recorded140,962 miles
Recorded on13 Dec 2021
Typical for 2005 Suzuki Jimny55,000 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationNL55 SWU
MakeSuzuki
ModelJimny
Year2005
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,328cc

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MOT History

11 pass 4 fail
Fail 13 Dec 2021 140,962 miles

Brake performance not tested due to leaking component (1.2.1 (g))

Exhaust emissions likely to be affected by an exhaust leak (8.2.2.1 (b))

Headlamp insecure N/S + O/S (4.1.1 (c))

Horn not working (7.7 (a))

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Wheel bearing has excessive play hub seals + swivel joints (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Nearside Integral body structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting sill (6.2.2 (d) (i))

Nearside Rear Brake drum contaminated (1.1.14 (b))

Offside Front Wheel bearing has excessive play hub seals + swivel joints (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Offside Integral body structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting sill (6.2.2 (d) (i))

Offside Rear Integral body structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting body mounting (6.2.2 (d) (i))

Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak both (5.3.2 (b))

Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced N/S/F + O/S/F Inner wing (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Drive belt worn, but not excessively (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Nearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Offside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b) (ii))

Pass 16 Dec 2020 136,932 miles
Fail 16 Dec 2020 136,932 miles

Emissions not tested (8.2.1.2 (d))

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

Pass 22 Nov 2017 133,418 miles
Pass 3 Dec 2016 127,065 miles
Fail 3 Dec 2016 127,065 miles

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

Pass 21 Sep 2015 124,379 miles
Pass 11 Sep 2014 120,416 miles

Brake pipes have been copper slipped up and difficult to see

Pass 30 Sep 2013 115,906 miles
Pass 26 Sep 2012 101,866 miles
Pass 30 Sep 2011 86,701 miles
Pass 29 Sep 2010 71,419 miles
Fail 15 Sep 2010 70,586 miles

Nearside Front Steering pivot point has excessive play (2.2.B.1g)

Pass 23 Sep 2009 57,994 miles

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

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 30 Sep 2008 42,845 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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NL55 SWU is a 2005 Suzuki Jimny in Silver with a 1,328cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.3%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 SWU, 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 NL55 SWU registered?

NL55 SWU is a 2005 Suzuki Jimny, first registered on 29 September 2005.

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