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SJ55 BJK

2005 Suzuki Jimny

Silver Petrol 1328cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires24 Nov 2026
Tests22 (18 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate81.8%

Mileage

97,882 mi
Last recorded97,882 miles
Recorded on25 Nov 2025
Typical for 2005 Suzuki Jimny55,000 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSJ55 BJK
MakeSuzuki
ModelJimny
Year2005
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,328cc

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MOT History

18 pass 4 fail
Pass 25 Nov 2025 97,882 miles

Offside Rear Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Pass 15 Nov 2024 95,045 miles

Offside Rear Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Pass 13 Nov 2023 93,631 miles
Pass 11 Nov 2022 87,239 miles
Pass 21 Oct 2021 85,097 miles

Engine covers and or under trays fitted obscuring some components.

Headlamp lens slightly defective BOTH (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Unable to check rear seat belts due to rear seats removed.

Vehicles internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights ()

Fail 21 Oct 2021 85,097 miles

Engine covers and or under trays fitted obscuring some components.

Headlamp lens slightly defective BOTH (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

Unable to check rear seat belts due to rear seats removed.

Vehicles internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights ()

Pass 4 Nov 2020 83,283 miles

Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases rear silencer (6.1.2 (a))

Fail 4 Nov 2020 83,277 miles

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

Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases rear silencer (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 5 Nov 2019 81,690 miles
Fail 3 Oct 2019 81,632 miles

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

Pass 2 Oct 2018 78,565 miles
Pass 28 Sep 2017 76,666 miles
Pass 30 Sep 2016 75,087 miles
Pass 7 Dec 2015 71,842 miles
Pass 13 Dec 2014 63,856 miles

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

Pass 16 Dec 2013 55,342 miles

Oil leak

exhaust condition

Fail 30 Nov 2013 55,124 miles

Offside Axle swivel joint has excessive play (2.5.A.3b)

Oil leak

exhaust condition

Pass 1 Dec 2012 47,961 miles

Both front tracktor joints weeping

Offside Front Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Pass 20 Dec 2011 42,047 miles
Pass 3 Dec 2010 32,894 miles
Pass 21 Dec 2009 25,760 miles
Pass 22 Dec 2008 18,129 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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SJ55 BJK is a 2005 Suzuki Jimny in Silver with a 1,328cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.8%.

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 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 SJ55 BJK, 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

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What year was SJ55 BJK registered?

SJ55 BJK is a 2005 Suzuki Jimny, first registered on 28 December 2005.

Is SJ55 BJK safe to buy?

The MOT history for SJ55 BJK shows 22 tests with a 81.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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