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SM55 DME

2005 Suzuki Jimny

Blue Petrol 1298cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 Oct 2018
Tests14 (11 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate78.6%

Mileage

66,859 mi
Last recorded66,859 miles
Recorded on21 Oct 2017
Typical for 2005 Suzuki Jimny55,000 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSM55 DME
MakeSuzuki
ModelJimny
Year2005
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,298cc

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MOT History

11 pass 3 fail
Pass 21 Oct 2017 66,859 miles
Pass 5 Nov 2016 61,195 miles

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

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

Pass 3 Nov 2015 53,436 miles

Nearside Front coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has slight corrosion to the casing (2.7.2a)

Offside Front coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Offside Rear Shock absorber has slight corrosion to the casing (2.7.2a)

rear seats not in use

Pass 7 Nov 2014 46,257 miles
Pass 8 Nov 2013 38,985 miles
Fail 8 Nov 2013 38,984 miles

rear brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)

Pass 26 Nov 2012 30,754 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2012 27,784 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2011 25,825 miles

both rear tyres cracking

Fail 21 Apr 2011 25,825 miles

Offside Front suspension has excessive play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

Offside Front suspension has excessive play in a upper suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

both front hub seals leaking

both rear tyres cracking

Pass 23 Apr 2010 23,484 miles

both rear tyres are starting to perish & crack

Pass 28 Apr 2009 20,688 miles
Fail 21 Apr 2009 20,625 miles

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

Nearside Front brake disc excessively scored (3.5.1h)

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

Offside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

O/S/F BRAKE DISC CORRODED.

Pass 18 Dec 2008 20,301 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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SM55 DME is a 2005 Suzuki Jimny in Blue with a 1,298cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.6%.

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 SM55 DME, 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 SM55 DME registered?

SM55 DME is a 2005 Suzuki Jimny, first registered on 30 September 2005.

Is SM55 DME safe to buy?

The MOT history for SM55 DME shows 14 tests with a 78.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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