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SB05 TPX

2005 Suzuki Jimny

Silver Petrol 1298cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires24 Apr 2024
Tests21 (14 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

11,090 mi
Last recorded11,090 miles
Recorded on21 Apr 2023
Typical for 2005 Suzuki Jimny55,000 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSB05 TPX
MakeSuzuki
ModelJimny
Year2005
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,298cc

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MOT History

14 pass 7 fail
Pass 21 Apr 2023 11,090 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view lower corner (3.2 (a) (i))

Rear Exhaust mounting defective rubber missing (6.1.2 (a))

nearside and offside outter sill skirts fitted not allowing full inspection

Fail 11 Apr 2023 110,089 miles

Offside Front Wheel bearing rough when rotated (5.1.3 (b) (i))

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view lower corner (3.2 (a) (i))

Rear Exhaust mounting defective rubber missing (6.1.2 (a))

nearside and offside outter sill skirts fitted not allowing full inspection

Pass 25 Apr 2022 104,617 miles

Front Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Fail 20 Apr 2022 104,613 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded and offside rear on axile (1.1.11 (c))

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

Front Brake pipe leaking on a hydraulic braking system to rear (1.1.11 (b) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Rear Service brake has no recorded effort at a wheel (1.2.1 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Service brake has no recorded effort at a wheel (1.2.1 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Front Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 19 Apr 2021 101,117 miles

Offside Front Battery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))

Pass 19 Jun 2019 99,578 miles

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material all on rear axle (1.1.11 (c))

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear (1.1.11 (c))

Front Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Offside Front Lower Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Fail 22 May 2019 99,545 miles

Offside Rear Integral body structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting inner sill (6.2.2 (d) (i))

Offside Rear Integral body structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting outer sill (6.2.2 (d) (i))

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear at rear (1.1.11 (c))

Front Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material all rear on axle (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 19 Jun 2017 96,760 miles
Pass 25 May 2016 90,697 miles

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

Pass 27 May 2015 82,465 miles
Pass 12 Jun 2014 79,146 miles

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

rear exhaust rubber broken

Fail 24 Jun 2013 68,200 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

Pass 24 Jun 2013 68,200 miles
Fail 11 May 2012 67,452 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 11 May 2012 67,452 miles
Pass 17 May 2011 66,968 miles
Pass 13 Sep 2010 65,227 miles

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

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

Fail 13 Sep 2010 65,227 miles

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

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

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

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

Pass 23 Jul 2009 49,682 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Nearside Front Trailing arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Oil leak

Pass 12 Jun 2008 26,278 miles
Fail 12 Jun 2008 26,278 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

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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SB05 TPX is a 2005 Suzuki Jimny in Silver with a 1,298cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 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 SB05 TPX, 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 SB05 TPX registered?

SB05 TPX is a 2005 Suzuki Jimny, first registered on 10 June 2005.

Is SB05 TPX safe to buy?

The MOT history for SB05 TPX shows 21 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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