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SB55 MPE

2005 Suzuki Jimny

Silver Petrol 1328cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Nov 2023
Tests23 (14 pass, 9 fail)
Pass rate60.9%

Mileage

77,578 mi
Last recorded77,578 miles
Recorded on1 Dec 2022
Typical for 2005 Suzuki Jimny55,000 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSB55 MPE
MakeSuzuki
ModelJimny
Year2005
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,328cc

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MOT History

14 pass 9 fail
Pass 1 Dec 2022 77,578 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases affecting emission readings (6.1.2 (a))

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases pipework entering back box, is very weak/ corroded. peppered with holes and splits (6.1.2 (a))

Fail 29 Nov 2022 77,578 miles

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

Exhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases affecting emission readings (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 1 Dec 2021 73,101 miles

Nearside Headlamp lens slightly defective plastic headlamp lens deteriorated, reducing lamps effective output (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Offside Headlamp lens slightly defective plastic headlamp lens deteriorated, reducing lamps effective output (4.1.1 (b) (i))

mild corrosion exists on suspension & brake parts

Fail 16 Nov 2021 73,101 miles

Emissions not tested major exhaust leak (8.2.1.2 (d))

Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases back-box sealing ring missing (6.1.2 (a))

Offside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Headlamp lens slightly defective plastic headlamp lens deteriorated, reducing lamps effective output (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Offside Headlamp lens slightly defective plastic headlamp lens deteriorated, reducing lamps effective output (4.1.1 (b) (i))

mild corrosion exists on suspension & brake parts

Pass 5 Jul 2019 66,102 miles

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

Pass 6 Oct 2018 62,186 miles

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

Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases box (6.1.2 (a))

Vehicles internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights ()

Fail 4 Oct 2018 62,175 miles

Exhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))

Offside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))

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

Vehicles internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights ()

Pass 18 Oct 2017 57,439 miles
Fail 17 Oct 2017 57,438 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

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

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Rear Valve stem seriously damaged (4.1.D.1e)

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

Rear Brake relay lever has restricted free movement seized compensator (3.5.1k)

Pass 16 Aug 2016 54,573 miles
Pass 23 Jul 2015 51,966 miles

corrosion to exhaust system

Pass 26 Jun 2014 48,497 miles
Fail 24 Jun 2014 48,497 miles

Battery insecure (1.9.1)

Nearside Front Front wheel bearing has excessive play (2.5.A.3c)

Nearside Rear Front wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.5.A.2)

Offside Rear Front wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.5.A.2)

Pass 20 Jun 2013 44,013 miles
Pass 9 May 2012 38,616 miles
Fail 9 May 2012 38,616 miles

Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)

Nearside Front wheel bearing has excessive play (2.5.A.3c)

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Nearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

Fail 3 May 2011 33,075 miles

Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

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

Pass 3 May 2011 33,075 miles

Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

Pass 4 May 2010 27,203 miles
Pass 23 Apr 2009 23,297 miles
Fail 22 Apr 2009 23,297 miles

Front Windscreen has damage to an area in excess of a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Pass 6 Nov 2008 20,018 miles
Fail 5 Nov 2008 20,018 miles

Nearside front brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Rear Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

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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SB55 MPE is a 2005 Suzuki Jimny in Silver with a 1,328cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 60.9%.

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 SB55 MPE, 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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SB55 MPE is a 2005 Suzuki Jimny, first registered on 14 December 2005.

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