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SL05 MWX

2005 Suzuki Jimny

Red Petrol 1328cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 Oct 2022
Tests22 (13 pass, 9 fail)
Pass rate59.1%

Mileage

99,881 mi
Last recorded99,881 miles
Recorded on22 Oct 2021
Typical for 2005 Suzuki Jimny55,000 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSL05 MWX
MakeSuzuki
ModelJimny
Year2005
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,328cc

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MOT History

13 pass 9 fail
Pass 22 Oct 2021 99,881 miles

Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Steering box leaking oil (2.1.1 (e) (i))

Fail 20 Oct 2021 99,871 miles

All position lamps light intensity significantly reduced none of the side lights work (4.2.3 (a) (ii))

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))

Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Headlamp aim not tested light lenses cloudy (4.1.2 (b))

Offside Front Vehicle structure is deformed and structural rigidity is significantly reduced big hole (6.1.1 (a) (i))

Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Steering box leaking oil (2.1.1 (e) (i))

Pass 10 Oct 2019 97,841 miles
Fail 26 Jun 2019 97,802 miles

Offside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced (7.1.1 (a) (i))

Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

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

Power steering pipe/hose slightly corroded (2.1.5 (g) (i))

o/s front hub oil seal leaking

Pass 10 Jul 2018 92,701 miles

fuel pipes corroded

Fail 10 Jul 2018 92,695 miles

Nearside Rear Passenger's seat backrest cannot be secured in the upright position. (6.2.6 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Passenger's seat backrest cannot be secured in the upright position. (6.2.6 (a) (i))

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced (7.1.1 (a) (i))

fuel pipes corroded

Pass 21 Jun 2017 86,776 miles

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

fuel pipes corroded

serious oil leak at n/s front hub

Fail 20 Jun 2017 86,770 miles

Offside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded door step (5.2.6)

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

fuel pipes corroded

serious oil leak at n/s front hub

Pass 1 Jul 2016 81,250 miles
Fail 29 Jun 2016 81,243 miles

Nearside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded floorpan (5.2.6)

Offside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded floorpan (5.2.6)

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded sill/innersill (2.4.A.3)

Power steering fluid level below minimum (2.3.1)

Power steering pipe(s) or hose(s) leaking (2.3.3b)

Pass 2 Jul 2015 73,491 miles
Fail 30 Jun 2015 73,785 miles

Offside Front wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.5.A.2)

Pass 4 Jun 2014 63,510 miles

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

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

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

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

both rear tyres perished

Pass 14 Jun 2013 55,410 miles

Gearbox mounting defective

Fail 14 Jun 2013 55,410 miles

Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Gearbox mounting defective

Pass 3 Aug 2012 50,415 miles

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

Nearside Front Axle king pin has slight play in pin and/or bush (2.5.A.3a)

Pass 4 Aug 2011 42,455 miles

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

n/s front tyre low tread outer edge

Fail 4 Aug 2011 42,455 miles

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

Nearside Front Mechanical brake component has restricted free movement (3.5.1k)

n/s front tyre low tread outer edge

Pass 11 May 2010 26,313 miles
Pass 29 Apr 2009 19,179 miles
Fail 15 May 2008 16,357 miles

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

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

Pass 15 May 2008 16,357 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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SL05 MWX is a 2005 Suzuki Jimny in Red with a 1,328cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 59.1%.

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 SL05 MWX, 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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SL05 MWX is a 2005 Suzuki Jimny, first registered on 16 March 2005.

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