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SH05 VUR

2005 Suzuki Jimny

Blue Petrol 1298cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Nov 2025
Tests19 (17 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate89.5%

Mileage

104,028 mi
Last recorded104,028 miles
Recorded on22 Nov 2024
Typical for 2005 Suzuki Jimny55,000 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSH05 VUR
MakeSuzuki
ModelJimny
Year2005
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,298cc

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MOT History

17 pass 2 fail
Pass 22 Nov 2024 104,028 miles

CORROSION TO BODY AND CHASSIS

Nearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

SILL COVERS FITTED

UNDERSEALED BODY REPAIRS

Pass 1 Dec 2023 102,459 miles

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

CORROSION TO BODY AND CHASSIS

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Nearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

SILL COVERS FITTED TO VEHICLE

UNDER BODY SEALED REPAIRS

Fail 21 Nov 2023 102,450 miles

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

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

Nearside Rear Vehicle structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting (6.2.2 (d) (i))

Nearside Vehicle structure inadequately repaired such that structural rigidity is significantly reduced Inner sill around body mount (6.1.1 (d) (i))

Nearside Vehicle structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting centre (6.2.2 (d) (i))

Offside Front Outer Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

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

Offside Vehicle structure inadequately repaired such that structural rigidity is significantly reduced Inner sill around body mount (6.1.1 (d) (i))

Both rear bump stops corroded

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

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Fuel Pipe/s corroded ()

Nearside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Nearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Vehicle structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security (6.2.2 (d) (i))

Nearside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Front Vehicle structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security (6.2.2 (d) (i))

Offside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Vehicle structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security (6.2.2 (d) (i))

Offside Vehicle structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security Centre (6.2.2 (d) (i))

Rear floor corroded outside of a prescribed area

Side sill outer covers fitted

Pass 22 Nov 2022 100,136 miles

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material All pipes covered in dirt (1.1.11 (c))

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Rear fuel pipes corroded

Pass 18 Nov 2021 97,936 miles

Rear Fuel Pipe/s corroded ()

Fail 10 Nov 2021 97,936 miles

Exhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))

Exhaust system insecure (6.1.2 (a))

Front Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements (0.1 (d))

Nearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Rear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Rear Exhaust corroded

Rear Fuel Pipe/s corroded ()

Pass 9 Nov 2020 95,676 miles
Pass 21 Oct 2019 94,210 miles
Pass 14 Nov 2018 90,267 miles

Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive Both sides lower inner sills (7.1.1 (a) (i))

Pass 2 Jun 2017 80,925 miles

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

full exhaust system deteriorated

rear bumper damaged repaired with tape (no sharpe edges)

undersills rusting

Pass 26 May 2016 74,014 miles

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

Pass 10 Jun 2015 64,926 miles

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

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

engine light on

Pass 27 May 2014 61,725 miles
Pass 29 May 2013 45,838 miles
Pass 7 Jun 2012 37,566 miles
Pass 26 May 2011 29,117 miles
Pass 10 Jun 2010 21,136 miles
Pass 4 Jun 2009 12,622 miles
Pass 1 May 2008 8,869 miles

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

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

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

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 VUR is a 2005 Suzuki Jimny in Blue with a 1,298cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 89.5%.

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 VUR, 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 SH05 VUR registered?

SH05 VUR is a 2005 Suzuki Jimny, first registered on 24 May 2005.

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