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SH55 OSE

2005 Suzuki Jimny

Silver Petrol 1328cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 Dec 2023
Tests20 (15 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

99,028 mi
Last recorded99,028 miles
Recorded on21 Dec 2022
Typical for 2005 Suzuki Jimny55,000 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSH55 OSE
MakeSuzuki
ModelJimny
Year2005
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,328cc

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MOT History

15 pass 5 fail
Pass 21 Dec 2022 99,028 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Fuel Pipe/s corroded ()

Nearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

under body corrosion

Pass 24 Sep 2021 94,283 miles

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

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

Pass 20 Jan 2020 89,933 miles
Pass 19 Jan 2019 85,938 miles
Fail 16 Jan 2019 85,938 miles

Emissions not tested due to exhaust (8.2.1.2 (d))

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

Offside Front Wheel bearing has excessive play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Rear Exhaust system insecure (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 29 Dec 2017 79,851 miles
Pass 29 Dec 2016 65,916 miles
Fail 29 Dec 2016 65,916 miles

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

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

Pass 27 Jan 2016 63,515 miles
Fail 26 Jan 2016 63,503 miles

Nearside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded Front brake pipes x2 (3.6.B.2c)

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

Offside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded Brake pipes x2 front (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 14 Apr 2015 58,575 miles

Fuel pipe/s corroded

Nearside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)

Offside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)

Tow ball/hitch not fitted at time of test

both front tyres badly cracked on side walls

engine warning light on

exhaust bracket missing but exhaust still supported

near side rear tyre perrished

Pass 11 Apr 2014 51,356 miles
Pass 23 Apr 2013 44,849 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Front, front to rear and rear brake pipes slightly corroded.

Fail 23 Apr 2013 44,849 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Front, front to rear and rear brake pipes slightly corroded.

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

Pass 19 Apr 2012 41,040 miles

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

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

Pass 25 Apr 2011 38,299 miles
Pass 2 Aug 2010 34,150 miles
Pass 20 Aug 2009 29,237 miles
Pass 29 Aug 2008 22,319 miles
Fail 26 Aug 2008 22,319 miles

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

Offside Rear Valve stem seriously damaged (4.1.D.1e)

Nail in offside rear tyre

excessive grease leaking from nearside front wheel bearing advise could possibly contaminate brakes

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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SH55 OSE is a 2005 Suzuki Jimny in Silver with a 1,328cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 SH55 OSE, 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 SH55 OSE registered?

SH55 OSE is a 2005 Suzuki Jimny, first registered on 31 October 2005.

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