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SB05 YJR

2005 Suzuki Jimny

Blue Petrol 1328cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires31 May 2023
Tests14 (11 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate78.6%

Mileage

59,835 mi
Last recorded59,835 miles
Recorded on1 Jun 2022
Typical for 2005 Suzuki Jimny55,000 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSB05 YJR
MakeSuzuki
ModelJimny
Year2005
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,328cc

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MOT History

11 pass 3 fail
Pass 1 Jun 2022 59,835 miles
Pass 2 Dec 2017 52,212 miles
Fail 25 Nov 2017 52,212 miles

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

Pass 11 Apr 2017 48,806 miles
Pass 18 Dec 2015 42,188 miles

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

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

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

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

front brake fluctuating, but not excessively (3.7.B.3)

Fail 18 Dec 2015 42,188 miles

Offside Front coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)

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

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

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

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

front brake fluctuating, but not excessively (3.7.B.3)

Pass 6 Jan 2015 37,745 miles
Pass 23 Dec 2013 35,258 miles
Pass 7 Jan 2013 31,256 miles
Pass 23 Jun 2011 25,062 miles

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

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Pass 22 Jun 2010 21,439 miles
Fail 15 Jun 2010 21,257 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Nearside front brake binding (3.7.B.1)

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

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

Pass 22 Jun 2009 12,059 miles

Nearside Front Ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Pass 2 Jun 2008 9,700 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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SB05 YJR is a 2005 Suzuki Jimny in Blue with a 1,328cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.6%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

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 YJR, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was SB05 YJR registered?

SB05 YJR is a 2005 Suzuki Jimny, first registered on 28 June 2005.

Is SB05 YJR safe to buy?

The MOT history for SB05 YJR shows 14 tests with a 78.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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