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OU05 ZWJ

2005 Suzuki Jimny

Blue Petrol 1328cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires19 Feb 2027
Tests22 (17 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate77.3%

Mileage

87,867 mi
Last recorded87,867 miles
Recorded on13 Feb 2026
Typical for 2005 Suzuki Jimny55,000 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationOU05 ZWJ
MakeSuzuki
ModelJimny
Year2005
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,328cc

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MOT History

17 pass 5 fail
Pass 13 Feb 2026 87,867 miles

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Offside 3rd body mount slighty corroded

Fail 20 Jan 2026 87,434 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Offside 3rd body mount slightly corroded

Pass 3 Feb 2025 80,655 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged inner sidewall (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Fail 3 Feb 2025 80,655 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged inner sidewall (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Pass 20 Feb 2024 80,157 miles

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

UNDER SIDE VEHICLE UNDER SEALED

Fail 19 Feb 2024 80,157 miles

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

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

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

UNDER SIDE VEHICLE UNDER SEALED

Pass 4 Mar 2021 74,130 miles
Fail 2 Mar 2021 74,130 miles

Offside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Pass 27 Feb 2020 65,430 miles

Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge ALL 4 (5.2.3 (e))

aux belts

fuel pipes corroded

Pass 14 Mar 2019 57,013 miles

Rear Fuel Pipe/s corroded ()

Fail 7 Mar 2019 56,999 miles

Offside Front Axle has excessive vertical movement between stub axle and axle beam Causing grease to leak out (5.1.2 (c) (i))

Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded Front to rear flexi (1.1.11 (c))

Rear Fuel Pipe/s corroded ()

Pass 16 Mar 2018 55,861 miles

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

corrosion various brake pipes

Pass 14 Mar 2017 53,548 miles

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

Pass 15 Mar 2016 50,205 miles
Pass 13 Mar 2015 47,328 miles
Pass 17 Mar 2014 46,053 miles
Pass 14 Mar 2013 41,443 miles
Pass 12 Mar 2012 36,131 miles
Pass 9 Mar 2011 33,356 miles
Pass 10 Mar 2010 30,772 miles
Pass 11 Mar 2009 28,325 miles
Pass 29 Feb 2008 25,255 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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OU05 ZWJ is a 2005 Suzuki Jimny in Blue with a 1,328cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.3%.

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 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 OU05 ZWJ, 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 OU05 ZWJ registered?

OU05 ZWJ is a 2005 Suzuki Jimny, first registered on 14 March 2005.

Is OU05 ZWJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for OU05 ZWJ shows 22 tests with a 77.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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