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NU55 VEP

2005 Suzuki Jimny

Blue Petrol 1328cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 Oct 2017
Tests12 (9 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

49,258 mi
Last recorded49,258 miles
Recorded on20 Oct 2016
Typical for 2005 Suzuki Jimny55,000 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationNU55 VEP
MakeSuzuki
ModelJimny
Year2005
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,328cc

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MOT History

9 pass 3 fail
Pass 20 Oct 2016 49,258 miles

Fuel Pipe/s corroded ()

Nearside Front Lower Axle swivel joint has slight play (2.5.A.3b)

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

Fail 20 Oct 2016 49,249 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Brake pipe excessively corroded front to rear (3.6.B.2c)

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

Fuel Pipe/s corroded ()

Nearside Front Lower Axle swivel joint has slight play (2.5.A.3b)

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

Pass 3 Oct 2015 41,340 miles

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

Pass 15 Sep 2014 34,864 miles

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

center exhaust mounting

Pass 1 Oct 2013 30,468 miles
Pass 3 Oct 2012 28,279 miles
Fail 2 Oct 2012 28,279 miles

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

Pass 3 Oct 2011 24,267 miles
Fail 30 Sep 2011 24,267 miles

Rear Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Pass 1 Oct 2010 18,673 miles
Pass 1 Oct 2009 12,867 miles

Rear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Pass 1 Sep 2008 7,377 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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NU55 VEP is a 2005 Suzuki Jimny in Blue with a 1,328cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 NU55 VEP, 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 NU55 VEP registered?

NU55 VEP is a 2005 Suzuki Jimny, first registered on 29 September 2005.

Is NU55 VEP safe to buy?

The MOT history for NU55 VEP shows 12 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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