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SW05 XDH

2005 Suzuki Jimny

Blue Petrol 1298cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 Nov 2022
Tests17 (14 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate82.4%

Mileage

58,454 mi
Last recorded58,454 miles
Recorded on2 Nov 2021
Typical for 2005 Suzuki Jimny55,000 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSW05 XDH
MakeSuzuki
ModelJimny
Year2005
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,298cc

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MOT History

14 pass 3 fail
Pass 2 Nov 2021 58,454 miles

Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule All (1.1.12 (f) (i))

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

Front Suspension component corroded but not seriously weakened All (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive All (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Fuel Pipe/s corroded All ()

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Power steering pipe/hose slightly corroded On rack (2.1.5 (g) (i))

Rear Exhaust corroded

Rear Integral body structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security All (6.2.2 (d) (i))

Rear Suspension component corroded but not seriously weakened All (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive All (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Pass 6 Nov 2020 52,861 miles

Front Coil spring corroded both (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Fuel Pipe/s corroded ()

Nearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Fail 3 Nov 2020 52,861 miles

Brake pipe excessively corroded rear section of front to rear pipe (1.1.11 (c))

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

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

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

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

Front Coil spring corroded both (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Fuel Pipe/s corroded ()

Nearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Pass 4 Nov 2019 48,192 miles

o/s rear brake pipe corroded

Pass 27 Oct 2018 42,356 miles

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

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

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

Pass 10 Jun 2017 37,331 miles
Pass 25 May 2016 35,707 miles

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

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

coil spring corroded All (2.4.C.1b)

Pass 2 Jun 2015 33,910 miles
Pass 9 Apr 2014 31,306 miles

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

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

o/s/f hub seal leaking

Pass 12 Feb 2013 28,242 miles

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

o/s/f swivel joint oil seal leaking

Fail 12 Feb 2013 28,242 miles

Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)

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

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

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

o/s/f swivel joint oil seal leaking

Pass 10 Feb 2012 25,420 miles
Pass 18 Feb 2011 21,938 miles
Fail 15 Feb 2011 21,938 miles

Offside Front Axle swivel joint has excessive play (2.5.A.3b)

Pass 22 Feb 2010 18,708 miles
Pass 21 Feb 2009 15,804 miles

sticker on rear reg plate

Pass 22 Feb 2008 12,484 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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SW05 XDH is a 2005 Suzuki Jimny in Blue with a 1,298cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 82.4%.

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 SW05 XDH, 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 SW05 XDH registered?

SW05 XDH is a 2005 Suzuki Jimny, first registered on 1 March 2005.

Is SW05 XDH safe to buy?

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