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SP05 FKO

2005 Suzuki Jimny

Black Petrol 1328cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires12 Dec 2026
Tests23 (18 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate78.3%

Mileage

103,817 mi
Last recorded103,817 miles
Recorded on13 Dec 2025
Typical for 2005 Suzuki Jimny55,000 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSP05 FKO
MakeSuzuki
ModelJimny
Year2005
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,328cc

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MOT History

18 pass 5 fail
Pass 13 Dec 2025 103,817 miles

Brake pedal feels spongy

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material all to rear corroded (1.1.11 (c))

Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 3mm (5.2.3 (e))

Towbar obstructing the registration plate (6.1.6 (f) (i))

Pass 12 Dec 2024 100,797 miles

Front exhaust pipe cracked

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn to 3mm (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))

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

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

Pass 12 Dec 2023 96,351 miles
Pass 6 Dec 2022 89,820 miles

N/S front hub seal worn

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

Fail 6 Dec 2022 89,820 miles

N/S front hub seal worn

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

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

Offside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 10 Dec 2021 82,336 miles

Exhaust corroded

Fail 10 Dec 2021 82,336 miles

Exhaust corroded

Offside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 11 Dec 2020 73,415 miles

4x4 pipes corroded

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

Coil spring corroded All (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Exhaust corroded

General vehicle corrosion

N/S sill corroded

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

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

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

Fail 1 Dec 2020 73,405 miles

Front Exhaust system insecure (6.1.2 (a))

Offside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced (7.1.1 (a) (i))

Offside Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength (5.3.6 (a) (i))

4x4 pipes corroded

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

Coil spring corroded All (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Exhaust corroded

General vehicle corrosion

N/S sill corroded

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

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

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

Pass 25 May 2019 66,597 miles
Fail 14 May 2019 66,565 miles

Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))

Pass 16 May 2018 64,702 miles

4x4 pipe corroded

All brake pipes heavily corroded

Pass 28 Apr 2017 53,846 miles

4 wheel drive pipes corroded

Exhaust corroded

Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Plastic sills fitted

Pass 25 Feb 2016 48,553 miles
Pass 28 Feb 2015 44,879 miles
Fail 27 Feb 2015 44,876 miles

Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Pass 28 Feb 2014 42,900 miles
Pass 15 Apr 2013 38,455 miles
Pass 3 Mar 2012 34,314 miles
Pass 23 Mar 2011 31,521 miles

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

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

Pass 23 Mar 2010 25,465 miles
Pass 24 Mar 2009 19,572 miles

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

Pass 25 Mar 2008 16,191 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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SP05 FKO is a 2005 Suzuki Jimny in Black with a 1,328cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.3%.

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 SP05 FKO, 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 SP05 FKO registered?

SP05 FKO is a 2005 Suzuki Jimny, first registered on 24 March 2005.

Is SP05 FKO safe to buy?

The MOT history for SP05 FKO shows 23 tests with a 78.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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