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PL05 BOF

2005 Suzuki Jimny

Blue Petrol 1328cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Mar 2025
Tests20 (15 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

66,050 mi
Last recorded66,050 miles
Recorded on1 Mar 2024
Typical for 2005 Suzuki Jimny55,000 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationPL05 BOF
MakeSuzuki
ModelJimny
Year2005
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,328cc

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MOT History

15 pass 5 fail
Pass 1 Mar 2024 66,050 miles

Offside Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view light scratches (3.2 (a) (i))

Supplementary restraint system warning lamp does not illuminate (7.1.6 (a))

Fail 1 Mar 2024 66,050 miles

Offside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view light scratches (3.2 (a) (i))

Supplementary restraint system warning lamp does not illuminate (7.1.6 (a))

Pass 9 Mar 2023 65,821 miles

Supplementary restraint system warning lamp does not illuminate (7.1.6 (a))

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view Windscreen scratched within drivers view. (3.2 (a) (i))

Fail 8 Mar 2023 65,817 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp does not illuminate (1.6 (a))

Supplementary restraint system warning lamp does not illuminate (7.1.6 (a))

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view Windscreen scratched within drivers view. (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 22 Feb 2022 65,801 miles

Nearside Reverse lamp is inoperative

Front Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively Both (1.2.1 (e))

Headlamp lens slightly defective Both (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Body not fully secure Wing damaged (6.2.2 (a) (i))

Nearside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive Under sill area (7.1.1 (a) (i))

Nearside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Nearside Windscreen wiper blade defective Spitting (3.4 (b) (i))

Offside Front Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Body mounting area (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Repair to under sill o/s area is heavily under sealed

Service brake is low on performance

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Fail 11 Feb 2022 65,798 miles

Horn not working (7.7 (a))

Nearside Front Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Offside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced Under sill area (seat mounting) (7.1.1 (a) (i))

Front Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively Both (1.2.1 (e))

Headlamp lens slightly defective Both (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Body not fully secure Wing damaged (6.2.2 (a) (i))

Nearside Reverse lamp is inoperative

Nearside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive Under sill area (7.1.1 (a) (i))

Nearside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Nearside Windscreen wiper blade defective Spitting (3.4 (b) (i))

Offside Front Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Body mounting area (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Service brake is low on performance

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 5 Apr 2019 65,735 miles

Nearside Front wing damaged

Nearside Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))

Nearside Rev lamp not working O/s tested ok

Pass 19 Dec 2017 64,270 miles

Supplementary Restraint System warning lamp does not illuminate (5.4.2)

Pass 27 Oct 2016 63,404 miles
Pass 27 Oct 2015 61,859 miles
Pass 24 Oct 2014 60,185 miles
Pass 28 Oct 2013 58,844 miles
Pass 26 Jun 2013 58,348 miles

rear exhaust silencer becoming badly rusted

Pass 19 Jul 2012 55,535 miles

n/s/front tyre worn to within limit recommend replace

Fail 29 Jun 2011 49,666 miles

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

front brake discs rusted on inner and outer faces

front brake pads worn

Pass 29 Jun 2011 49,666 miles

front brake discs rusted on inner and outer faces

front brake pads worn

Pass 22 Jul 2010 43,825 miles
Fail 19 Jul 2010 43,732 miles

Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Pass 29 Jun 2009 34,445 miles

front inner brake pads appear worn

Pass 23 Jul 2008 27,974 miles

front number plate damaged

n/s/rear tyre dangerously underinflated

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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PL05 BOF is a 2005 Suzuki Jimny in Blue with a 1,328cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 PL05 BOF, 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.

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What year was PL05 BOF registered?

PL05 BOF is a 2005 Suzuki Jimny, first registered on 30 June 2005.

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