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SK05 MUV

2005 Suzuki Jimny

Blue Petrol 1298cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 May 2017
Tests15 (9 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate60%

Mileage

81,034 mi
Last recorded81,034 miles
Recorded on17 May 2016
Typical for 2005 Suzuki Jimny55,000 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSK05 MUV
MakeSuzuki
ModelJimny
Year2005
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,298cc

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MOT History

9 pass 6 fail
Pass 17 May 2016 81,034 miles

Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive both chassis rails (2.4.A.3)

front swivel hubs poor condition

n/s wiper poor

Fail 1 Apr 2016 81,019 miles

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

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

Nearside wiper poor

Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive both chassis rails (2.4.A.3)

bonnet cable broken

both front swivel hub condition

Pass 29 Jul 2015 80,356 miles

Fuel pipe/s corroded

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Rear Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

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

Fail 17 Jul 2015 80,344 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

Nearside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is inadequately repaired (5.2.6)

Offside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is inadequately repaired (5.2.6)

Offside Windscreen has damage to an area in excess of a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Fuel pipe/s corroded

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Rear Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

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

Pass 1 Apr 2014 72,211 miles
Pass 25 Feb 2013 60,930 miles
Pass 15 Feb 2012 45,674 miles

Nearside Front Axle swivel joint has slight play (2.5.A.3b)

Fail 7 Feb 2012 45,296 miles

Front Power steering pipe(s) or hose(s) excessively corroded (2.3.2)

Nearside Front Axle swivel joint has slight play (2.5.A.3b)

Pass 4 Mar 2011 33,971 miles
Fail 8 Dec 2010 33,960 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Nearside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Front Fuel hose leaking (7.2.3) DANGEROUS

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

engine sump corroded / oil leaking

Fail 14 Sep 2010 33,824 miles

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

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Nearside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

engine light on

Pass 23 Sep 2009 31,438 miles
Pass 3 Oct 2008 26,274 miles
Fail 29 Sep 2008 26,181 miles

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

front brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)

Pass 3 Oct 2007 19,877 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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SK05 MUV is a 2005 Suzuki Jimny in Blue with a 1,298cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 60%.

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 SK05 MUV, 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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SK05 MUV is a 2005 Suzuki Jimny, first registered on 1 March 2005.

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