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SM05 AWY

2005 Suzuki Jimny

Black Petrol 1328cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Jun 2017
Tests12 (9 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

89,870 mi
Last recorded89,870 miles
Recorded on24 Jun 2016
Typical for 2005 Suzuki Jimny55,000 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSM05 AWY
MakeSuzuki
ModelJimny
Year2005
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,328cc

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MOT History

9 pass 3 fail
Pass 24 Jun 2016 89,870 miles

Rear Passenger seat(s) missing at time of test ()

Fail 20 Jun 2016 89,868 miles

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

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

Nearside Rear brake drum contaminated by oil (3.5.1h)

Nearside rear brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.5a)

Rear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (3.7.B.5b)

Rear Passenger seat(s) missing at time of test ()

Pass 15 May 2015 87,371 miles

N/S/R Hub Leaking Oil.

Fail 13 May 2015 87,371 miles

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

N/S/R Hub Leaking Oil.

Pass 30 Apr 2014 84,954 miles
Pass 24 May 2013 83,868 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2012 78,609 miles

exhaust slight blow

os rear shocker bolt worn

perishing to all tyres

surface corrosion to underside

Pass 26 Apr 2011 72,043 miles

front hubs pitted

os rear shocker bush worn

perishing to all 4 tyres

rear brake efforts could be better

Fail 20 Apr 2011 72,036 miles

Front Tie bar/rod which is adjustable, loose in adjustment threads (2.4.G.1)

Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Front Brake hose twisted (found during steering lock to lock check) (2.2.D.2b)

front hubs pitted

os rear shocker bush worn

perishing to all 4 tyres

rear brake efforts could be better

Pass 26 Apr 2010 61,499 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2009 53,701 miles

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

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

Pass 16 Apr 2008 34,249 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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SM05 AWY is a 2005 Suzuki Jimny in Black with a 1,328cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 SM05 AWY, 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 SM05 AWY registered?

SM05 AWY is a 2005 Suzuki Jimny, first registered on 20 April 2005.

Is SM05 AWY safe to buy?

The MOT history for SM05 AWY shows 12 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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