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S555 LRS

2005 Suzuki Jimny

Black Petrol 1328cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires8 Oct 2026
Tests25 (18 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate72%

Mileage

97,915 mi
Last recorded97,915 miles
Recorded on9 Oct 2025
Typical for 2005 Suzuki Jimny55,000 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationS555 LRS
MakeSuzuki
ModelJimny
Year2005
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,328cc

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MOT History

18 pass 7 fail
Pass 9 Oct 2025 97,915 miles
Fail 7 Oct 2025 97,903 miles

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

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

Pass 26 Sep 2024 96,575 miles
Fail 5 Sep 2024 96,569 miles

Nearside Rear Inner Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced (7.1.1 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Offside Rear Inner Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced (7.1.1 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Pass 7 Sep 2023 90,375 miles
Pass 2 Aug 2022 81,171 miles
Fail 1 Aug 2022 81,171 miles

Exhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))

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

Pass 3 Aug 2021 73,055 miles
Fail 3 Aug 2021 73,055 miles

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

Pass 16 Jul 2020 67,387 miles

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

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2mm (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2mm (5.2.3 (e))

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

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2mm (5.2.3 (e))

Fail 15 Jul 2020 67,387 miles

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

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

Rear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Nearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

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

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2mm (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin 2mm (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2mm (5.2.3 (e))

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

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2mm (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 30 Jul 2019 62,960 miles
Pass 27 Jul 2018 58,595 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 3mm (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 27 Jul 2017 53,541 miles
Pass 5 Jul 2016 48,524 miles
Pass 30 Jun 2015 44,256 miles
Pass 16 Apr 2014 38,013 miles

Exhaust silencer corroded slightly

Pass 1 Jul 2013 37,714 miles
Fail 28 Jun 2013 37,701 miles

Nearside front brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Pass 28 Jun 2012 36,456 miles
Fail 28 Jun 2012 36,456 miles

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Rear registration plate obscured (6.3.1d)

Pass 22 Jun 2011 35,400 miles

N/S/F Tyre worn on edge

N/S/F brake binding slightly

Pass 29 Jun 2010 31,878 miles
Pass 30 Mar 2009 28,014 miles

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

both rear shock absorber bushes starting to crack

n/s/r tyre sidewall starting to crack

Pass 25 Mar 2008 24,789 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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S555 LRS is a 2005 Suzuki Jimny in Black with a 1,328cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 25 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72%.

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 S555 LRS, 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 S555 LRS registered?

S555 LRS is a 2005 Suzuki Jimny, first registered on 31 March 2005.

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