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PK05 UTP

2005 Suzuki Jimny

Red Petrol 1328cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires27 Feb 2027
Tests21 (19 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate90.5%

Mileage

97,045 mi
Last recorded97,045 miles
Recorded on5 Feb 2026
Typical for 2005 Suzuki Jimny55,000 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationPK05 UTP
MakeSuzuki
ModelJimny
Year2005
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,328cc

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MOT History

19 pass 2 fail
Pass 5 Feb 2026 97,045 miles

vehicle covered with under seal

Fail 5 Feb 2026 97,045 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

vehicle covered with under seal

Pass 27 Feb 2025 96,277 miles

Vehicle structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security (6.2.2 (d) (i))

Pass 13 Feb 2024 95,989 miles

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

Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Including body mounts (6.1.1 (c) (i))

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

Pass 28 Feb 2023 96,941 miles

vehicle covered with under seal

Nearside Front Vehicle structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security body mounting (6.2.2 (d) (i))

Offside Front Vehicle structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security (6.2.2 (d) (i))

Pass 14 Feb 2022 95,754 miles

Nearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive inner and outer sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive inner and outer sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive inner and outer sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive inner and outer sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))

vehicle under body heavily under sealed not allowing proper inspection

Pass 27 Jan 2021 90,521 miles

Nearside Front Track rod end modified, but not inappropriately (2.1.3 (f) (i))

Nearside Integral body structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security front to back chassis (6.2.2 (d) (i))

Offside Front Track rod end modified, but not inappropriately (2.1.3 (f) (i))

Offside Integral body structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security front to back chassis (6.2.2 (d) (i))

Pass 15 Jan 2020 87,145 miles

Nearside Front Axle swivel pins and bushes swivel pin and/or bush slightly worn (5.1.2 (b) (i))

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

Nearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Integral body structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security (6.2.2 (d) (i))

Offside Front Axle swivel pins and bushes swivel pin and/or bush slightly worn (5.1.2 (b) (i))

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

Offside Rear Integral body structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security (6.2.2 (d) (i))

Pass 9 Feb 2019 86,504 miles

Nearside Front Axle swivel pins and bushes swivel pin and/or bush slightly worn swiivel joint has slight play (5.1.2 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material upper/both (1.1.11 (c))

Nearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Offside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material upper/both (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 3 Feb 2018 83,695 miles
Pass 9 Mar 2017 81,085 miles

play in nearside front wheel bearing

Pass 5 Mar 2016 78,128 miles
Pass 20 Feb 2015 75,290 miles
Fail 3 Mar 2014 69,601 miles

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

Pass 3 Mar 2014 69,601 miles
Pass 5 Mar 2013 65,861 miles
Pass 21 Feb 2012 58,411 miles
Pass 21 Feb 2011 50,784 miles

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

Pass 22 Feb 2010 42,154 miles
Pass 20 Feb 2009 31,604 miles
Pass 28 Mar 2008 28,484 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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PK05 UTP 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 90.5%.

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 PK05 UTP, 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 PK05 UTP registered?

PK05 UTP is a 2005 Suzuki Jimny, first registered on 29 March 2005.

Is PK05 UTP safe to buy?

The MOT history for PK05 UTP shows 21 tests with a 90.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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