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SK05 VKH

2005 Suzuki Jimny

Red Petrol 1328cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 Jan 2022
Tests16 (13 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate81.3%

Mileage

92,576 mi
Last recorded92,576 miles
Recorded on4 Jan 2021
Typical for 2005 Suzuki Jimny55,000 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSK05 VKH
MakeSuzuki
ModelJimny
Year2005
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,328cc

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MOT History

13 pass 3 fail
Pass 4 Jan 2021 92,576 miles
Pass 24 Aug 2019 88,535 miles

has slight play in front ball joint housings

Pass 22 Aug 2018 84,907 miles

Offside Front Axle swivel pins and bushes swivel pin and/or bush slightly worn (5.1.2 (b) (i))

Pass 8 Sep 2017 76,443 miles
Fail 1 Sep 2017 76,361 miles

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

Nearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Nearside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt leaking (2.5.C.1a)

Pass 5 Sep 2016 67,269 miles
Pass 9 Sep 2015 64,519 miles

Centre exhaust centre hanger corroded but exhaust system still supported.

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases back box (7.1.2)

Nearside Front slight play in hub

Pass 10 Sep 2014 59,649 miles
Fail 4 Sep 2014 59,621 miles

Offside Front Axle swivel joint has excessive play in a ball joint (2.5.A.3b)

Fail 1 Mar 2013 47,618 miles

Nail in offside front tyre

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

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

all 4 tyres cracking & perishing

grease escaping from offside front hub

rear exhaust in poor condition

Pass 1 Mar 2013 47,618 miles

Nail in offside front tyre

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

all 4 tyres cracking & perishing

grease escaping from offside front hub

rear exhaust in poor condition

Pass 29 Feb 2012 39,771 miles
Pass 17 Feb 2011 31,322 miles
Pass 19 Feb 2010 26,474 miles
Pass 24 Feb 2009 22,575 miles

rear exhaust silencer heavily corroded

Pass 19 Feb 2008 19,989 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 VKH is a 2005 Suzuki Jimny in Red with a 1,328cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.3%.

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 SK05 VKH, 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 SK05 VKH registered?

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

Is SK05 VKH safe to buy?

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