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SA05 VTY

2005 Suzuki Jimny

Red Petrol 1328cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Dec 2018
Tests16 (12 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

117,501 mi
Last recorded117,501 miles
Recorded on13 Dec 2017
Typical for 2005 Suzuki Jimny55,000 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSA05 VTY
MakeSuzuki
ModelJimny
Year2005
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,328cc

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MOT History

12 pass 4 fail
Pass 13 Dec 2017 117,501 miles

both front swivel hubs have corrosion where seal sits

Fail 28 Nov 2017 116,959 miles

Nearside Front Axle swivel joint has excessive play (2.5.A.3b)

Nearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

both front swivel hubs have corrosion where seal sits

Pass 13 Dec 2016 105,539 miles
Fail 9 Dec 2016 105,394 miles

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Brake pipe excessively corroded Front to rear (3.6.B.2c) DANGEROUS

Pass 16 Dec 2015 94,132 miles

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

fuel pipes corroded

Fail 16 Dec 2015 94,132 miles

Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded across axle (3.6.B.2c)

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

fuel pipes corroded

Pass 15 Dec 2014 80,021 miles

Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Pass 31 Dec 2013 69,435 miles

Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 23 Aug 2013 68,897 miles

Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Nearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Fail 19 Aug 2013 68,842 miles

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

Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Nearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 17 Aug 2012 64,410 miles
Pass 6 Aug 2011 59,538 miles

Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Rear Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 24 Jul 2010 52,072 miles
Pass 15 Aug 2009 44,912 miles
Pass 26 Mar 2009 43,740 miles
Pass 27 Feb 2008 29,701 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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SA05 VTY is a 2005 Suzuki Jimny in Red with a 1,328cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 SA05 VTY, 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 SA05 VTY registered?

SA05 VTY is a 2005 Suzuki Jimny, first registered on 18 March 2005.

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