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PJ05 GWA

2005 Suzuki Jimny

Red Petrol 1328cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires23 Nov 2026
Tests17 (14 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate82.4%

Mileage

73,801 mi
Last recorded73,801 miles
Recorded on24 Nov 2025
Typical for 2005 Suzuki Jimny55,000 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationPJ05 GWA
MakeSuzuki
ModelJimny
Year2005
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,328cc

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MOT History

14 pass 3 fail
Pass 24 Nov 2025 73,801 miles
Pass 12 Nov 2024 72,059 miles
Pass 20 Nov 2023 70,471 miles
Pass 18 Jul 2022 65,700 miles

Front Suspension component corroded but not seriously weakened all the front (5.3.3 (b) (i))

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

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Front Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced and offside front (6.1.1 (c) (i))

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

Nearside Rear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced and offside rear (6.1.1 (c) (i))

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

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge tyre on the limit (5.2.3 (e))

Rear Suspension component corroded but not seriously weakened all the rear (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Fail 7 Jul 2022 65,692 miles

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

Nearside Front Inner Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Front Inner Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

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

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

Front Suspension component corroded but not seriously weakened all the front (5.3.3 (b) (i))

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

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Front Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced and offside front (6.1.1 (c) (i))

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

Nearside Rear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced and offside rear (6.1.1 (c) (i))

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

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge tyre on the limit (5.2.3 (e))

Rear Suspension component corroded but not seriously weakened all the rear (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 19 Apr 2017 65,600 miles

Nearside Front tyre perishing

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

Rear both tyres perishing

Pass 17 May 2016 64,720 miles

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

Pass 15 Jun 2015 63,740 miles
Pass 20 May 2014 62,623 miles
Pass 13 Jun 2013 51,072 miles

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Pass 14 Jun 2012 37,938 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

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

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

Offside Front 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 1 Jun 2011 25,091 miles

o/s wiper blade deteriorated

some tow bracket locking devices not obvious

tow ball slightly obscuring rear registration plate

Fail 26 May 2011 25,046 miles

Nearside Front Axle swivel joint has excessive movement between a swivel joint and its housing (2.5.A.1b)

o/s wiper blade deteriorated

some tow bracket locking devices not obvious

tow ball slightly obscuring rear registration plate

Pass 3 Jun 2010 19,394 miles
Fail 3 Jun 2010 19,394 miles

Offside Front Axle king pin has excessive play in pin and/or bush adversely affecting the steering (2.5.A.3a)

o/s/f hub seal leaking .

Pass 17 Jun 2009 15,200 miles

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

handbrake nearing reserve travel limit

rear wiper blade rubber split

Pass 19 Jun 2008 11,496 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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PJ05 GWA is a 2005 Suzuki Jimny in Red with a 1,328cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 82.4%.

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 PJ05 GWA, 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 PJ05 GWA registered?

PJ05 GWA is a 2005 Suzuki Jimny, first registered on 30 July 2005.

Is PJ05 GWA safe to buy?

The MOT history for PJ05 GWA shows 17 tests with a 82.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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