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SO05 MXZ

2005 Suzuki Jimny

Silver Petrol 1298cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 Jan 2017
Tests10 (8 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

80,840 mi
Last recorded80,840 miles
Recorded on13 Jan 2016
Typical for 2005 Suzuki Jimny55,000 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSO05 MXZ
MakeSuzuki
ModelJimny
Year2005
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,298cc

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MOT History

8 pass 2 fail
Pass 13 Jan 2016 80,840 miles

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Pass 21 Jan 2015 75,839 miles
Pass 17 Jan 2014 69,222 miles

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

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

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

nearside w/wiper blade rubber is split

Pass 8 Jan 2013 62,304 miles

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

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

light exhaust blow at cat

Pass 10 Jan 2012 55,254 miles
Pass 18 Jan 2011 48,529 miles
Pass 13 Jan 2010 41,947 miles
Fail 12 Jan 2010 41,940 miles

Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b) DANGEROUS

Fail 9 Sep 2008 37,678 miles

Nearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Pass 9 Sep 2008 37,678 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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SO05 MXZ is a 2005 Suzuki Jimny in Silver with a 1,298cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 SO05 MXZ, 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 SO05 MXZ registered?

SO05 MXZ is a 2005 Suzuki Jimny, first registered on 29 June 2005.

Is SO05 MXZ safe to buy?

The MOT history for SO05 MXZ shows 10 tests with a 80% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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