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SG55 LNJ

2005 Suzuki Jimny

Silver Petrol 1328cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 Aug 2019
Tests14 (11 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate78.6%

Mileage

139,489 mi
Last recorded139,489 miles
Recorded on1 Aug 2018
Typical for 2005 Suzuki Jimny55,000 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSG55 LNJ
MakeSuzuki
ModelJimny
Year2005
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,328cc

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MOT History

11 pass 3 fail
Pass 1 Aug 2018 139,489 miles

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

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both rear (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 5 Aug 2017 133,514 miles

Steering box has a slight oil leak (2.2.D.2e)

Fail 4 Aug 2017 133,514 miles

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

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 rear brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.5a)

Offside Front coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)

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

Rear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (3.7.B.5b)

Service brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Steering box has a slight oil leak (2.2.D.2e)

Pass 16 Jul 2016 130,919 miles
Pass 4 Aug 2015 128,241 miles

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

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases at rear (7.1.2)

Pass 6 Aug 2014 125,127 miles
Fail 6 Aug 2014 125,127 miles

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

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

Pass 8 Jul 2013 119,216 miles

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

slight play nsf hub

Fail 8 Jul 2013 119,216 miles

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

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

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

slight play nsf hub

Pass 1 Jun 2012 97,334 miles
Pass 2 Jun 2011 76,559 miles

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

both sills coverd

Pass 31 May 2010 52,077 miles
Pass 21 May 2009 30,474 miles
Pass 4 Sep 2008 26,852 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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SG55 LNJ is a 2005 Suzuki Jimny in Silver with a 1,328cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.6%.

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 SG55 LNJ, 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 SG55 LNJ registered?

SG55 LNJ is a 2005 Suzuki Jimny, first registered on 3 September 2005.

Is SG55 LNJ safe to buy?

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