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SC54 PUE

2005 Suzuki Jimny

Red Petrol 1328cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 Feb 2024
Tests22 (15 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate68.2%

Mileage

34,055 mi
Last recorded34,055 miles
Recorded on13 Jun 2024
Typical for 2005 Suzuki Jimny55,000 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSC54 PUE
MakeSuzuki
ModelJimny
Year2005
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,328cc

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MOT History

15 pass 7 fail
Fail 13 Jun 2024 34,055 miles

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

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))

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

Nearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength (5.3.6 (a) (i))

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

Offside Front Brake hose excessively chafed (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Offside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Body mounting fixings insecure (6.2.2 (c) (i))

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

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

Multiple body mounts excessively corroded

Nearside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))

underside of vehicle heavily corroded

Pass 2 Feb 2023 29,860 miles

BRAKE PIPES AND FUEL LINES CORRODING

CAB MOUNTS CORRODING

UNDERBODY CORRODING

Pass 31 Jan 2022 28,767 miles

BRAKE PIPES CORRODING

MILL LIGHT ON BUT EMISSIONS OK

O/S SWIVELL HUB CORRODING

UNDERSIDE ( CHASSIS / FLOORS ) CORRODING

Fail 20 Jan 2022 28,767 miles

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Front Axle swivel pins and bushes swivel pin and/or bush excessively worn (5.1.2 (b) (i))

Offside Front Service brake excessively fluctuating (1.2.1 (e))

BRAKE PIPES CORRODING

MILL LIGHT ON BUT EMISSIONS OK

O/S SWIVELL HUB CORRODING

UNDERSIDE ( CHASSIS / FLOORS ) CORRODING

Pass 20 Jan 2021 27,918 miles

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

Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced undercarriage (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Pass 16 Jan 2020 26,511 miles
Fail 14 Jan 2020 79,452 miles

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))

Nearside Front Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

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

Offside Front Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Offside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

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

Pass 29 Jan 2018 23,212 miles
Pass 3 Feb 2017 21,788 miles
Fail 20 Jan 2017 21,788 miles

Nearside Front Axle swivel joint has excessive movement between a swivel joint and its housing (2.5.A.1b)

Pass 21 Jan 2016 21,046 miles
Pass 30 Jan 2015 20,534 miles
Pass 29 Jan 2014 20,196 miles
Pass 24 Jan 2013 18,205 miles
Fail 24 Jan 2013 18,205 miles

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)

Pass 31 Jan 2012 17,545 miles
Pass 28 Jan 2011 16,706 miles

both front and offside rear tyres are perishing on the side walls

Fail 26 Jan 2011 16,702 miles

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

both front and offside rear tyres are perishing on the side walls

Pass 18 Jan 2010 15,205 miles
Pass 29 Jan 2009 13,453 miles
Pass 29 Jan 2008 11,526 miles
Fail 22 Jan 2008 11,526 miles

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

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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SC54 PUE is a 2005 Suzuki Jimny in Red with a 1,328cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 68.2%.

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 SC54 PUE, 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 SC54 PUE registered?

SC54 PUE is a 2005 Suzuki Jimny, first registered on 10 January 2005.

Is SC54 PUE safe to buy?

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