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R8 JFR

2005 Suzuki Jimny

Green Petrol 1328cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires23 Aug 2027
Tests25 (19 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate76%

Mileage

37,019 mi
Last recorded37,019 miles
Recorded on24 Aug 2026
Typical for 2005 Suzuki Jimny55,000 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR8 JFR
MakeSuzuki
ModelJimny
Year2005
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,328cc

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MOT History

19 pass 6 fail
Pass 24 Aug 2026 37,019 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

underside corrosion

Pass 19 Jun 2025 35,198 miles

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

Nearside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Pass 25 Nov 2024 33,579 miles
Pass 28 Nov 2023 31,317 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive both rear inner sills (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Fail 21 Nov 2023 31,304 miles

Brake pipe excessively corroded front to rear (1.1.11 (c))

Nearside Rear Service brake lagging in operation (1.2.1 (d))

Offside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive both rear inner sills (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Pass 10 Nov 2022 26,791 miles

Nearside Front swivel hub housing seapage of grease

Pass 15 Nov 2021 22,798 miles
Pass 18 Nov 2020 21,121 miles
Fail 11 Nov 2020 21,078 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 4 Nov 2019 16,622 miles

Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material axle brake pipe o/s to n/s (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 8 Nov 2018 13,825 miles
Pass 4 Nov 2017 10,340 miles
Pass 24 Nov 2016 8,242 miles
Pass 20 Oct 2015 7,079 miles

Rear slight oil leak

Fail 20 Oct 2015 7,079 miles

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Rear slight oil leak

Pass 22 Oct 2014 6,889 miles
Pass 4 Nov 2013 6,729 miles
Fail 4 Nov 2013 6,729 miles

Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)

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

Pass 7 Nov 2012 6,483 miles
Fail 7 Nov 2012 6,483 miles

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

Pass 4 Nov 2011 6,147 miles

Oil leak

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

Fail 4 Nov 2011 6,147 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Oil leak

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

Pass 10 Nov 2010 5,292 miles

Oil leak

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

Pass 13 Nov 2009 4,487 miles

rear seat base slightley loose

Pass 11 Dec 2008 3,637 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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R8 JFR is a 2005 Suzuki Jimny in Green with a 1,328cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 25 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76%.

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 R8 JFR, 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 R8 JFR registered?

R8 JFR is a 2005 Suzuki Jimny, first registered on 29 December 2005.

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