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NV05 CJE

2005 Suzuki Jimny

Red Petrol 1328cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires27 Jun 2027
Tests21 (18 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

58,236 mi
Last recorded58,236 miles
Recorded on2 Jun 2026
Typical for 2005 Suzuki Jimny55,000 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationNV05 CJE
MakeSuzuki
ModelJimny
Year2005
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,328cc

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MOT History

18 pass 3 fail
Pass 2 Jun 2026 58,236 miles
Pass 17 Jun 2025 55,596 miles
Pass 17 Jun 2024 50,715 miles
Pass 28 Jun 2023 45,264 miles

Offside Front Steering box has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.3 (a) (i))

Pass 27 May 2022 43,327 miles

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

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

Pass 15 Apr 2021 43,135 miles
Pass 24 Apr 2019 42,557 miles
Pass 24 May 2018 42,205 miles
Fail 23 May 2018 42,205 miles

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

Rear Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Pass 19 Apr 2017 41,617 miles
Pass 3 May 2016 41,133 miles
Pass 19 Mar 2015 40,403 miles
Pass 22 Apr 2014 39,857 miles

exhaust shield loose

Pass 29 Apr 2013 39,470 miles
Pass 14 May 2012 38,702 miles
Pass 3 May 2011 38,064 miles
Fail 27 Apr 2011 38,063 miles

Centre Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Nearside Front front brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Pass 21 May 2010 37,561 miles

Nearside front brake grabbing slightly (3.7.A.2b)

Pass 12 May 2009 36,990 miles
Pass 1 Aug 2008 29,604 miles

Nail in nearside front tyre

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

Fail 1 Aug 2008 29,604 miles

Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)

Nearside front brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g) DANGEROUS

Nearside Front brake disc excessively scored (3.5.1h) DANGEROUS

Nail in nearside front tyre

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

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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NV05 CJE 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 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 NV05 CJE, 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

How do I check the history of NV05 CJE?

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What year was NV05 CJE registered?

NV05 CJE is a 2005 Suzuki Jimny, first registered on 31 March 2005.

Is NV05 CJE safe to buy?

The MOT history for NV05 CJE shows 21 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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