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RV55 LZH

2005 Suzuki Jimny

Black Petrol 1328cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires5 Dec 2026
Tests24 (16 pass, 8 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

52,465 mi
Last recorded52,465 miles
Recorded on4 Dec 2025
Typical for 2005 Suzuki Jimny55,000 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRV55 LZH
MakeSuzuki
ModelJimny
Year2005
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,328cc

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MOT History

16 pass 8 fail
Pass 4 Dec 2025 52,465 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Fail 4 Dec 2025 52,464 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 6 Dec 2024 48,647 miles
Fail 3 Dec 2024 48,647 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp does not illuminate (1.6 (a))

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))

Horn not working (7.7 (a))

Offside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 4 Dec 2023 45,089 miles
Fail 4 Dec 2023 45,089 miles

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))

Pass 22 Nov 2022 40,103 miles

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

Fail 22 Nov 2022 40,103 miles

Front Windscreen washer jets misaligned and not providing sufficient fluid to the windscreen (3.5 (a))

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

Pass 26 Nov 2021 34,257 miles
Pass 17 Nov 2020 28,907 miles
Fail 17 Nov 2020 28,907 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Pass 4 Jun 2019 23,257 miles
Fail 24 May 2019 22,725 miles

Windscreen washer jets misaligned and not providing sufficient fluid to the windscreen (3.5 (a))

Nearside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

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

Pass 29 Mar 2018 16,368 miles

All tyres cracking

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

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Pass 24 Mar 2017 12,139 miles
Fail 24 Mar 2017 12,139 miles

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

Pass 24 Mar 2016 10,793 miles
Pass 14 Mar 2015 10,427 miles
Fail 14 Mar 2015 10,427 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 28 Apr 2014 9,384 miles
Pass 2 Apr 2012 8,935 miles
Pass 17 Jan 2011 8,660 miles
Pass 20 Oct 2009 7,810 miles
Pass 13 Oct 2008 6,789 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

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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RV55 LZH is a 2005 Suzuki Jimny in Black with a 1,328cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 24 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 RV55 LZH, 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 RV55 LZH registered?

RV55 LZH is a 2005 Suzuki Jimny, first registered on 25 October 2005.

Is RV55 LZH safe to buy?

The MOT history for RV55 LZH shows 24 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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