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SO55 UKJ

2005 Suzuki Jimny

Blue Petrol 1328cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 Feb 2026
Tests19 (17 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate89.5%

Mileage

73,394 mi
Last recorded73,394 miles
Recorded on26 Jan 2026
Typical for 2005 Suzuki Jimny55,000 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSO55 UKJ
MakeSuzuki
ModelJimny
Year2005
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,328cc

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MOT History

17 pass 2 fail
Fail 26 Jan 2026 73,394 miles

Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Nearside Front Inner Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength sill body mount point corroded and filler repair (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Inner Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength sill body mount point corrodedto excess and filler repair (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Front Brake performance unable to be tested wheel bearing excessive play (1.2.1 (g))

Offside Front Inner Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength sill corroded body mount point filler repair (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength inner wing under bonnet next to steering box mount point (5.3.6 (a) (i))

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

Offside Front Wheel bearing rough when rotated (5.1.3 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Inner Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength sill body mount point corroded and filler repair (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Integral body structure inadequately repaired such that it is likely to adversely affect braking or steering (6.1.1 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 7 Feb 2025 71,893 miles

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

Integral body structure is repaired but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Throughout chassis/body/sills/inner wings (6.1.1 (d) (i))

Pass 18 Dec 2023 70,169 miles

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material all brake pipes (1.1.11 (c))

Coil spring corroded all springs (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Fuel Pipe/s corroded ()

Items removed from driver's view prior to test ()

Nearside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Front fog lamp inop

Nearside Rear Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b) (ii))

Offside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced both offside and nearside front panel behind headlamp is corroded (6.1.1 (c) (i))

general corrosion to all of underside of vehicle

Pass 8 Dec 2022 61,572 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Items removed from driver's view prior to test ()

Nearside Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material main (1.1.11 (c))

Nearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Nearside Rear Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b) (ii))

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

Offside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

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

Pass 22 Dec 2021 55,710 miles
Pass 2 Dec 2020 55,123 miles

Offside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material to flexible hose (1.1.11 (c))

Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material across axle at clips (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 6 Dec 2019 52,817 miles

Nearside Front driving light inop

Pass 4 Dec 2018 49,391 miles
Pass 20 Nov 2017 46,788 miles
Pass 2 Dec 2016 45,347 miles
Fail 2 Dec 2016 45,347 miles

Central Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases catalyst (7.1.2)

Pass 8 Dec 2015 43,082 miles
Pass 5 Dec 2014 39,948 miles
Pass 6 Dec 2013 37,194 miles
Pass 4 Dec 2012 34,127 miles

Nearside Front Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Offside Front Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Pass 8 Dec 2011 35,182 miles
Pass 24 Nov 2010 27,675 miles
Pass 30 Dec 2009 22,548 miles

noise rear hubs

o/side wiper poor

Pass 16 Dec 2008 20,745 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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SO55 UKJ is a 2005 Suzuki Jimny in Blue with a 1,328cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 89.5%.

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 SO55 UKJ, 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 SO55 UKJ registered?

SO55 UKJ is a 2005 Suzuki Jimny, first registered on 23 December 2005.

Is SO55 UKJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for SO55 UKJ shows 19 tests with a 89.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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