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PL05 XHT

2005 Suzuki Jimny

Black Petrol 1328cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires24 Jan 2018
Tests13 (9 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate69.2%

Mileage

86,262 mi
Last recorded86,262 miles
Recorded on25 Jan 2017
Typical for 2005 Suzuki Jimny55,000 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationPL05 XHT
MakeSuzuki
ModelJimny
Year2005
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,328cc

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MOT History

9 pass 4 fail
Pass 25 Jan 2017 86,262 miles
Fail 23 Jan 2017 86,262 miles

Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded offside front and rear outer sill (5.2.6)

Pass 23 Mar 2016 80,899 miles
Fail 23 Mar 2016 80,899 miles

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

Pass 24 Mar 2015 75,278 miles
Pass 16 Aug 2013 68,345 miles

slight oil leak from o/s swivel jiont

Pass 31 Aug 2012 60,150 miles

both outer and undersills getting corroded

both rear tyres on wear bands

both swivel hubs showing signs of weeping

rear suspension arm bushes getting worn

some play front drop links

Fail 23 Aug 2012 60,146 miles

Nearside Front Brake lining(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has negligible damping effect (2.7.5)

Offside Front Brake lining(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Offside Rear Shock absorber has negligible damping effect (2.7.5)

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

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

Rear Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

both outer and undersills getting corroded

both rear tyres on wear bands

both swivel hubs showing signs of weeping

rear suspension arm bushes getting worn

some play front drop links

Pass 6 Sep 2011 50,753 miles
Fail 1 Sep 2011 50,753 miles

Offside Front Drive shaft uj which forms part of the suspension has excessive play in a universal joint (2.4.G.4b)

fluid leak from o/s front swivel joint

Pass 1 Sep 2010 46,788 miles
Pass 21 Aug 2009 31,654 miles
Pass 29 Aug 2008 22,961 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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PL05 XHT is a 2005 Suzuki Jimny in Black with a 1,328cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 69.2%.

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 XHT, 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 XHT registered?

PL05 XHT is a 2005 Suzuki Jimny, first registered on 31 August 2005.

Is PL05 XHT safe to buy?

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