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SE05 SKV

2005 Suzuki Jimny

Black Petrol 1328cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires4 Dec 2026
Tests24 (17 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate70.8%

Mileage

89,821 mi
Last recorded89,821 miles
Recorded on5 Dec 2025
Typical for 2005 Suzuki Jimny55,000 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSE05 SKV
MakeSuzuki
ModelJimny
Year2005
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,328cc

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MOT History

17 pass 7 fail
Pass 5 Dec 2025 89,821 miles

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

Nearside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

full underneath car thick underseal hard to determine corrosion

Fail 5 Dec 2025 89,817 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 default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))

Front Brakes imbalanced across an axle (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is inadequately repaired (7.1.1 (a) (i))

Offside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is inadequately repaired (7.1.1 (a) (i))

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

Nearside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Fail 20 Nov 2025 89,750 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))

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

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

Pass 28 Nov 2024 88,754 miles

Rear Passenger seat(s) missing at time of test No rear seats fitted. ()

Fail 21 Nov 2024 88,754 miles

Brake performance unable to be tested Hydraulic system failed. (1.2.1 (g))

Brake pipe leaking on a hydraulic braking system Main pipe to rear (1.1.11 (b) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Rear Passenger seat(s) missing at time of test No rear seats fitted. ()

Pass 10 Nov 2023 87,916 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Outside edge. (5.2.3 (e))

Fail 9 Nov 2023 87,916 miles

Rear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Outside edge. (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 8 Sep 2022 86,711 miles
Pass 17 Sep 2021 85,604 miles

Vehicles internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights ()

Fail 16 Sep 2021 85,604 miles

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

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Vehicles internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights ()

Pass 18 Aug 2020 84,235 miles

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

Fuel Pipe/s corroded ()

Vehicles internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights ()

Fail 18 Aug 2020 84,235 miles

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

Fuel Pipe/s corroded ()

Vehicles internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights ()

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Pass 22 Mar 2019 80,921 miles

Nearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Metal pipe part of flexi-pipe (1.1.11 (c))

Rear Passenger seat(s) missing at time of test Both ()

Vehicles internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights ()

Pass 9 Apr 2018 77,814 miles
Pass 28 Nov 2016 77,674 miles

both rear shocker bottom bushes slightly deteraited but no movment

both steering pivot points slightly pitted

chassis rusty but not holed

front to rear brake pipes slightly rusty

fuel pipes slightly rusty

power steering pipes slightly rusty

Pass 2 Nov 2015 77,488 miles

front exhaust slightly rusty

front to rear brake pipes slightly rusty

Pass 26 Nov 2014 76,907 miles
Pass 18 Jul 2013 70,691 miles
Pass 26 Jul 2012 61,487 miles

all 4 shock absorber lower bushes are starting to split

front to rear and both rear brake pipes have surface corrosion

Pass 28 Jul 2011 52,095 miles

both front wheels have very slight play in bearings

Pass 28 Jul 2010 45,664 miles
Fail 28 Jul 2010 45,661 miles

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Nearside Front front brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Pass 23 Jul 2009 37,457 miles
Pass 31 Jul 2008 29,192 miles

n/s front tyre wearing low on outer tread edge.!

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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SE05 SKV is a 2005 Suzuki Jimny in Black with a 1,328cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 24 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 70.8%.

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 SE05 SKV, 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 SE05 SKV registered?

SE05 SKV is a 2005 Suzuki Jimny, first registered on 4 August 2005.

Is SE05 SKV safe to buy?

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