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SD55 VGY

2005 Suzuki Jimny

Silver Petrol 1328cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 Jan 2018
Tests17 (9 pass, 8 fail)
Pass rate52.9%

Mileage

109,921 mi
Last recorded109,921 miles
Recorded on20 Jan 2017
Typical for 2005 Suzuki Jimny55,000 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSD55 VGY
MakeSuzuki
ModelJimny
Year2005
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,328cc

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MOT History

9 pass 8 fail
Pass 20 Jan 2017 109,921 miles

Oil leak at sump

Fail 19 Jan 2017 109,916 miles

Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)

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

Rear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Both rear shock absorbers weak

Oil leak at sump

Pass 3 Jul 2015 100,706 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

sump corroded oil seapage

suspect rear bearing noise possible diff noise

Fail 2 Jul 2015 100,706 miles

Nearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

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

Offside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Offside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Rear Brake pipe inadequately supported (3.6.B.1)

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

sump corroded oil seapage

suspect rear bearing noise possible diff noise

Pass 23 Jun 2014 84,131 miles
Pass 19 Jun 2013 43,094 miles

Centre engine mounting deteriorated, but not resulting in excessive movement (6.1.D.1a)

Fail 18 Jun 2013 43,094 miles

Offside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Centre engine mounting deteriorated, but not resulting in excessive movement (6.1.D.1a)

Pass 27 Jun 2012 72,401 miles

Brake pipes some corrosion

Fail 22 Jun 2012 72,364 miles

Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)

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

Nearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

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

Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

exhaust corroded and tail pipe missing

Fail 9 May 2012 72,339 miles

Brake pipe inadequately clipped (3.6.B.1)

Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)

Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Nearside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Offside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Rear registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)

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

Pass 25 May 2011 57,777 miles

both front hub seals leaking

sills fitted with plastic covers

Fail 13 May 2011 57,763 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)

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

Nearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Offside Front Braking system leaking (3.6.A.1)

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

both front hub seals leaking

sills fitted with plastic covers

Pass 25 May 2010 43,257 miles

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

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

rear shocky bushes perished

swivel joint balls slightly pitted

Fail 24 May 2010 43,257 miles

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

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

rear shocky bushes perished

swivel joint balls slightly pitted

Pass 28 May 2009 34,085 miles
Pass 27 Aug 2008 21,603 miles
Fail 26 Aug 2008 21,602 miles

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

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 VGY is a 2005 Suzuki Jimny in Silver with a 1,328cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 52.9%.

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

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