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RN05 KJV

2005 Suzuki Jimny

Silver Petrol 1328cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires24 Sep 2016
Tests12 (8 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

107,843 mi
Last recorded107,843 miles
Recorded on25 Sep 2015
Typical for 2005 Suzuki Jimny55,000 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRN05 KJV
MakeSuzuki
ModelJimny
Year2005
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,328cc

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MOT History

8 pass 4 fail
Pass 25 Sep 2015 107,843 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Rear Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.A.1)

Fail 22 Aug 2015 107,832 miles

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

front brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Vehicle structure has slight corrosion all areas. (6.1.A.1)

fuel pipes slightly corroded.

offside front axle seal leaking .

Pass 16 Jul 2014 98,914 miles

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

Oil leak

Passenger seat(s) missing at time of test

Pass 16 Jul 2013 91,815 miles

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

Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1a)

Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.A.1)

Pass 16 Jul 2012 86,690 miles

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1a)

drivers seat base and back rest cover worn on o/s edge

n/s/f tyre worn low on outer edge

Pass 29 Jul 2011 73,690 miles
Fail 11 Jul 2011 73,058 miles

Offside Front Axle swivel joint has excessive movement between a swivel joint and its housing (2.5.A.1b)

Offside Front Front wheel bearing has excessive play (2.5.A.3c)

bolt missing from o/s/f hub centre cap

drivers seat base worn

Fail 2 Jul 2010 59,926 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

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

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

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

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 2 Jul 2010 59,926 miles
Fail 6 Jul 2009 44,464 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 6 Jul 2009 44,464 miles
Pass 2 Jul 2008 33,061 miles

plastic inner wheel arch covers fitted

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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RN05 KJV is a 2005 Suzuki Jimny in Silver with a 1,328cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 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 RN05 KJV, 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 RN05 KJV registered?

RN05 KJV is a 2005 Suzuki Jimny, first registered on 27 July 2005.

Is RN05 KJV safe to buy?

The MOT history for RN05 KJV shows 12 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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