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SL05 YDG

2005 Suzuki Jimny

Silver Petrol 1298cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 Dec 2016
Tests11 (9 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate81.8%

Mileage

50,393 mi
Last recorded50,393 miles
Recorded on2 Dec 2015
Typical for 2005 Suzuki Jimny55,000 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSL05 YDG
MakeSuzuki
ModelJimny
Year2005
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,298cc

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MOT History

9 pass 2 fail
Pass 2 Dec 2015 50,393 miles

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

fuel pipes corroded

Fail 23 Nov 2015 50,393 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage fractured (2.4.G.1)

Nearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

Nearside Front brake disc contaminated by oil ball seal leaking (3.5.1h)

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

Offside Front ball seal leaking slightly

fuel pipes corroded

Pass 1 Dec 2014 41,398 miles

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

Pass 4 Mar 2014 35,222 miles
Pass 18 Mar 2013 28,030 miles
Pass 29 Mar 2012 26,959 miles

nearside front brake disc corroded on inner surface

offside front swivel joint housing seal leaking

Fail 29 Mar 2012 26,959 miles

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

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

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

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

offside front swivel joint housing seal leaking

rear seat have been removed prior to vehicle being presented for test

Pass 29 Mar 2011 25,145 miles

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

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

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

Offside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Pass 2 Apr 2010 22,297 miles
Pass 31 Mar 2009 19,831 miles
Pass 13 Mar 2008 17,522 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 YDG is a 2005 Suzuki Jimny in Silver with a 1,298cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 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 SL05 YDG, 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 SL05 YDG registered?

SL05 YDG is a 2005 Suzuki Jimny, first registered on 30 March 2005.

Is SL05 YDG safe to buy?

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