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SM05 AWV

2005 Suzuki Jimny

Beige Petrol 1328cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 Feb 2022
Tests14 (14 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

44,402 mi
Last recorded44,402 miles
Recorded on12 Feb 2021
Typical for 2005 Suzuki Jimny55,000 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSM05 AWV
MakeSuzuki
ModelJimny
Year2005
ColourBeige
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,328cc

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MOT History

14 pass
Pass 12 Feb 2021 44,402 miles
Pass 3 Dec 2020 43,322 miles
Pass 25 Mar 2019 42,656 miles
Pass 30 Jul 2018 42,550 miles
Pass 11 Aug 2017 41,386 miles
Pass 14 Jul 2016 49,110 miles
Pass 27 May 2015 39,045 miles

both front kingpins slightly leaking grease

both front tyres and n/s/r tyre perishing

Pass 30 May 2014 37,117 miles
Pass 8 May 2013 35,010 miles

Oil leak

all brake hose ferrules corroded

light corrosion throughout chassis

nearside front brake slight binding

Pass 2 May 2012 32,297 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

n/s/f brake binding slightly

o/s/r tyre slightly perishing

slight oil leak from front kingpin bearings

Pass 3 May 2011 30,274 miles
Pass 4 May 2010 24,953 miles
Pass 15 May 2009 18,025 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2008 11,044 miles

Offside Front Ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

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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SM05 AWV is a 2005 Suzuki Jimny in Beige with a 1,328cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 SM05 AWV, 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 SM05 AWV registered?

SM05 AWV is a 2005 Suzuki Jimny, first registered on 6 May 2005.

Is SM05 AWV safe to buy?

The MOT history for SM05 AWV shows 14 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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