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R16 OUL

2005 Suzuki Jimny

Black Petrol 1328cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 Jul 2022
Tests14 (12 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

64,690 mi
Last recorded64,690 miles
Recorded on20 Jul 2021
Typical for 2005 Suzuki Jimny55,000 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR16 OUL
MakeSuzuki
ModelJimny
Year2005
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,328cc

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MOT History

12 pass 2 fail
Pass 20 Jul 2021 64,690 miles

Central Rear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Nearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

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

Offside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

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

Offside Rear Fuel Pipe/s corroded ()

Pass 20 Jul 2020 63,242 miles
Pass 28 Aug 2019 61,492 miles
Pass 22 Aug 2018 59,421 miles

Nearside Rear Passenger seat(s) missing at time of test ()

Offside Rear Passenger seat(s) missing at time of test ()

Pass 31 Aug 2017 57,163 miles
Pass 25 Aug 2016 55,207 miles

Exhaust tail pipe very corroded.

Fail 25 Aug 2016 55,207 miles

Battery insecure (1.9.1)

Exhaust tail pipe very corroded.

Pass 31 Aug 2015 52,801 miles
Pass 20 Aug 2014 49,522 miles

Nearside Front front brake fluctuating, but not excessively (3.7.B.3)

Offside Front front brake fluctuating, but not excessively (3.7.B.3)

no rear seats fitted at time of test

Pass 28 Aug 2013 46,425 miles
Fail 21 Aug 2012 44,915 miles

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

Pass 21 Aug 2012 44,915 miles
Pass 10 May 2011 41,374 miles

Rear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Pass 20 Aug 2010 34,811 miles

Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

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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R16 OUL is a 2005 Suzuki Jimny in Black with a 1,328cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 R16 OUL, 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 R16 OUL registered?

R16 OUL is a 2005 Suzuki Jimny, first registered on 22 August 2005.

Is R16 OUL safe to buy?

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