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SO54 YFV

2005 Suzuki Jimny

Red Petrol 1328cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 Mar 2022
Tests18 (14 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

98,978 mi
Last recorded98,978 miles
Recorded on10 Feb 2021
Typical for 2005 Suzuki Jimny55,000 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSO54 YFV
MakeSuzuki
ModelJimny
Year2005
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,328cc

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MOT History

14 pass 4 fail
Pass 10 Feb 2021 98,978 miles

Offside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Fail 9 Feb 2021 98,977 miles

Offside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 20 Feb 2020 92,499 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Fail 12 Feb 2020 92,498 miles

Central Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))

Nearside Front Wheel bearing has excessive play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 7 Mar 2019 79,739 miles

Driver's view Items removed from driver's view prior to test (3.1 (a) (ii))

several small chips on windscreen not affecting drivers view

Pass 6 Mar 2018 67,639 miles

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

Fail 29 Jan 2018 66,918 miles

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

Rear fog lamp adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (1.3.2f)

Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 3 Feb 2017 55,317 miles
Pass 24 Feb 2016 46,965 miles
Pass 2 Feb 2015 39,808 miles
Pass 7 Feb 2014 34,699 miles
Pass 11 Feb 2013 30,527 miles
Pass 15 Feb 2012 26,923 miles

rear exhaust box corroded

Pass 5 Feb 2011 24,572 miles
Pass 4 Feb 2010 23,484 miles
Fail 4 Feb 2010 23,484 miles

Nearside Inner Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Offside Inner Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Nearside front brake juddering slightly (3.7.A.2b)

Offside front brake juddering slightly (3.7.A.2b)

Pass 30 Jan 2009 21,062 miles
Pass 23 Jan 2008 17,880 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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SO54 YFV is a 2005 Suzuki Jimny in Red with a 1,328cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

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 SO54 YFV, 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 SO54 YFV registered?

SO54 YFV is a 2005 Suzuki Jimny, first registered on 11 February 2005.

Is SO54 YFV safe to buy?

The MOT history for SO54 YFV shows 18 tests with a 77.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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