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PJ05 NWP

2005 Suzuki Jimny

Black Petrol 1328cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires6 Jan 2027
Tests23 (18 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate78.3%

Mileage

78,384 mi
Last recorded78,384 miles
Recorded on7 Jan 2026
Typical for 2005 Suzuki Jimny55,000 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationPJ05 NWP
MakeSuzuki
ModelJimny
Year2005
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,328cc

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MOT History

18 pass 5 fail
Pass 7 Jan 2026 78,384 miles
Fail 5 Jan 2026 78,384 miles

Front Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases back box (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 20 Dec 2024 74,818 miles

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

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

Pass 4 Jan 2024 72,335 miles
Pass 3 Jan 2023 70,437 miles
Pass 20 Dec 2021 68,499 miles

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

Pass 6 Jan 2021 65,469 miles
Fail 6 Jan 2021 65,469 miles

Stop lamp(s) all not working (4.3.1 (a) (iii)) DANGEROUS

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

Pass 18 Nov 2019 64,027 miles

Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both rear axle pipes (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 17 Nov 2018 62,491 miles
Pass 16 Sep 2017 61,930 miles

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

Nearside Front Tyre showing signs of age

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

Offside Front Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Offside Rear Tyre showing signs of age

Vehicles internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights ()

Pass 2 Sep 2016 60,657 miles

Centre Fuel Pipe/s corroded ()

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

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

Fail 31 Aug 2016 60,646 miles

Centre Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Centre Fuel Pipe/s corroded ()

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

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

Pass 15 Sep 2015 55,976 miles
Pass 13 Sep 2014 50,690 miles
Fail 13 Sep 2014 50,690 miles

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

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Fail 14 Sep 2013 45,302 miles

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

nearside front brake disc pitted

Pass 14 Sep 2013 45,302 miles

nearside front brake disc pitted

Pass 1 Sep 2012 39,487 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 17 Sep 2011 33,938 miles

Nearside Rear Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Offside Rear Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Pass 10 Sep 2010 28,044 miles
Pass 1 Sep 2009 23,081 miles
Pass 12 Sep 2008 19,617 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 NWP is a 2005 Suzuki Jimny in Black with a 1,328cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.3%.

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 PJ05 NWP, 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 NWP registered?

PJ05 NWP is a 2005 Suzuki Jimny, first registered on 19 April 2005.

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The MOT history for PJ05 NWP shows 23 tests with a 78.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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