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RD54 PHY

2005 Suzuki Jimny

Red Petrol 1328cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires29 Aug 2026
Tests24 (17 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate70.8%

Mileage

97,096 mi
Last recorded97,096 miles
Recorded on22 Aug 2026
Typical for 2005 Suzuki Jimny55,000 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRD54 PHY
MakeSuzuki
ModelJimny
Year2005
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,328cc

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MOT History

17 pass 7 fail
Fail 22 Aug 2026 97,096 miles

Front Headlamp light source and lamp not compatible LED bulbs fitted (4.1.4 (c))

Nearside Rear Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced Inner arch area. Within 30cm to body/chassis mounting (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Offside Rear Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced Inner arch area. Within 30cm to body/chassis mounting (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Service brake efficiency below requirements (1.2.2 (a) (i))

Rear Passenger seat(s) missing at time of test

Pass 30 Aug 2025 94,359 miles
Pass 16 Aug 2024 91,378 miles
Fail 10 Aug 2024 91,378 miles

Emissions unable to be completed due to erratic running of engine (8.2.1.2 (d))

Pass 25 Aug 2023 87,485 miles
Pass 24 Aug 2022 85,738 miles
Pass 10 Aug 2021 84,641 miles
Pass 18 Aug 2020 84,460 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))

Offside Rear Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))

Fail 18 Aug 2020 84,460 miles

Offside Front Seat belt retracting mechanism defective (7.1.2 (e))

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))

Offside Rear Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))

Pass 14 Aug 2019 83,482 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))

Offside Rear Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))

Pass 13 Aug 2018 82,469 miles
Pass 9 Aug 2017 79,583 miles
Pass 15 Aug 2016 75,559 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Pass 6 Aug 2015 72,493 miles

Front Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)

Fail 6 Aug 2015 72,493 miles

Front Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)

Pass 12 Aug 2014 69,038 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Fail 12 Aug 2014 69,038 miles

Offside Front front brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Pass 23 Aug 2013 65,724 miles
Pass 10 Oct 2012 58,680 miles

Rear silencer in poor condition

Pass 25 Oct 2011 52,817 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

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

front brake discs worn

Fail 17 Oct 2011 52,727 miles

Nearside Front Axle king pin has excessive play in pin and/or bush adversely affecting the steering (2.5.A.3a)

Offside Front Axle king pin has excessive play in pin and/or bush adversely affecting the steering (2.5.A.3a)

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

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

front brake discs worn

Pass 19 Oct 2010 47,711 miles

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

both rear tyres perished

Pass 28 Oct 2009 40,672 miles
Fail 28 Oct 2009 40,672 miles

Front registration plate with character(s) which are not the correct height (6.3.4a)

Offside Windscreen wiper blade insecure (8.2.2)

Rear registration plate with character(s) which are not the correct height (6.3.4a)

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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RD54 PHY is a 2005 Suzuki Jimny in Red with a 1,328cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 24 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 70.8%.

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 RD54 PHY, 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 RD54 PHY registered?

RD54 PHY is a 2005 Suzuki Jimny, first registered on 28 January 2005.

Is RD54 PHY safe to buy?

The MOT history for RD54 PHY shows 24 tests with a 70.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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