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SY05 RYA

2005 Suzuki Jimny

Blue Petrol 1328cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 Nov 2016
Tests12 (9 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

80,481 mi
Last recorded80,481 miles
Recorded on26 Oct 2015
Typical for 2005 Suzuki Jimny55,000 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSY05 RYA
MakeSuzuki
ModelJimny
Year2005
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,328cc

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MOT History

9 pass 3 fail
Pass 26 Oct 2015 80,481 miles

General corrosion to underside members and components

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

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

Plastic Outer sill covers fitted

Pass 6 Nov 2014 80,387 miles

rear ex box outer skin rusted

Pass 20 Sep 2013 78,148 miles

Oil leak

Fail 19 Sep 2013 78,148 miles

Offside Front coil spring fractured (2.4.C.1a)

Oil leak

Pass 10 Oct 2012 74,822 miles
Pass 9 Nov 2011 71,884 miles
Pass 22 Oct 2010 68,402 miles

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

Pass 30 Oct 2009 64,973 miles
Pass 5 Nov 2008 60,449 miles
Fail 5 Nov 2008 60,449 miles

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

Pass 1 Apr 2008 60,430 miles
Fail 20 Mar 2008 60,450 miles

Offside Front Steering pivot point has excessive play (2.2.B.1g) DANGEROUS

Offside Front brake disc contaminated by oil (3.5.1h) DANGEROUS

Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

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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SY05 RYA is a 2005 Suzuki Jimny in Blue with a 1,328cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 SY05 RYA, 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 SY05 RYA registered?

SY05 RYA is a 2005 Suzuki Jimny, first registered on 9 March 2005.

Is SY05 RYA safe to buy?

The MOT history for SY05 RYA shows 12 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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