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SH05 DZL

2005 Suzuki Jimny

Blue Petrol 1328cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires10 Jan 2020
Tests13 (10 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate76.9%

Mileage

88,977 mi
Last recorded88,977 miles
Recorded on11 Jan 2019
Typical for 2005 Suzuki Jimny55,000 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSH05 DZL
MakeSuzuki
ModelJimny
Year2005
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,328cc

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MOT History

10 pass 3 fail
Pass 11 Jan 2019 88,977 miles

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

Fail 17 Dec 2018 88,975 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Nearside Rear Service brake effort inadequate at a wheel (1.2.1 (a) (i))

Service brake efficiency below requirements (1.2.2 (a) (i))

Pass 8 Jul 2015 83,717 miles

O/S headlamp lens cracked. Slight perishing O/S/R brake hose & O/S/R tyre tread. Slight corrosion front hub balls, rear brake pipes & rear inner sills. Screw in N/S/F tyre tread.

Fail 8 Jul 2015 83,717 miles

O/S headlamp lens cracked. Slight perishing O/S/R brake hose & O/S/R tyre tread. Slight corrosion front hub balls, rear brake pipes & rear inner sills. Screw in N/S/F tyre tread.

front brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)

Pass 26 Jun 2014 76,363 miles

Offside headlamp lens cracked. Nail in both front tyre treads, rear tyre treads slightly perished. Slight deterioration rear brake hose.

Fail 25 Jun 2014 76,355 miles

Axle swivel joint has excessive play in a swivel pin (2.5.A.3b)

Nearside Front brake disc contaminated by grease (3.5.1h)

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

front brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)

Offside headlamp lens cracked. Nail in both front tyre treads, rear tyre treads slightly perished. Slight deterioration rear brake hose.

Pass 9 Jul 2013 72,860 miles

Offside headlight lens cracked but not affecting beam pattern. Slight play in nearside front hub swivel assembly. Slight cracking in offside rear brake hose.

Pass 27 Jun 2012 65,537 miles

Offside Front Steering pivot point has slight play (2.2.B.1g)

Pass 28 Jun 2011 59,561 miles
Pass 30 Jun 2010 51,259 miles
Pass 17 Sep 2009 38,406 miles
Pass 6 Oct 2008 22,428 miles
Pass 3 Jun 2008 22,358 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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SH05 DZL is a 2005 Suzuki Jimny in Blue with a 1,328cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.9%.

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 SH05 DZL, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of SH05 DZL?

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What year was SH05 DZL registered?

SH05 DZL is a 2005 Suzuki Jimny, first registered on 14 June 2005.

Is SH05 DZL safe to buy?

The MOT history for SH05 DZL shows 13 tests with a 76.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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