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SD55 VGV

2005 Suzuki Jimny

Silver Lpg 1298cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Aug 2015
Tests9 (8 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

52,725 mi
Last recorded52,725 miles
Recorded on8 Aug 2014
Typical for 2005 Suzuki Jimny55,000 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSD55 VGV
MakeSuzuki
ModelJimny
Year2005
ColourSilver
Fuel typeLpg
Engine1,298cc

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MOT History

8 pass 1 fail
Fail 8 Aug 2014 52,725 miles

Centre Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Drag link end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

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

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

Oil leak

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

Vehicle's internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights

sill covers fitted

tail end door hinges siezed

Pass 8 Aug 2014 52,725 miles

Drag link end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

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

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

Oil leak

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

Vehicle's internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights

sill covers fitted

tail end door hinges siezed

Pass 22 Aug 2013 47,446 miles

advise very slight noise from offside front wheelbearing

Pass 16 Aug 2012 38,109 miles
Pass 31 Aug 2011 30,049 miles
Pass 26 Nov 2010 27,904 miles

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

front hub swivels surface corrosion present

Pass 7 Dec 2009 23,904 miles
Pass 28 Sep 2009 22,988 miles

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

Oil leak

Pass 29 Sep 2008 13,865 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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SD55 VGV is a 2005 Suzuki Jimny in Silver with a 1,298cc lpg engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

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 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 SD55 VGV, 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 SD55 VGV registered?

SD55 VGV is a 2005 Suzuki Jimny, first registered on 30 September 2005.

Is SD55 VGV safe to buy?

The MOT history for SD55 VGV shows 9 tests with a 88.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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