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VE05 KPY

2005 Suzuki Jimny

Green Petrol 1328cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires17 Sep 2026
Tests22 (18 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate81.8%

Mileage

74,572 mi
Last recorded74,572 miles
Recorded on11 Aug 2026
Typical for 2005 Suzuki Jimny55,000 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVE05 KPY
MakeSuzuki
ModelJimny
Year2005
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,328cc

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MOT History

18 pass 4 fail
Fail 11 Aug 2026 74,572 miles

Emissions unable to be completed (8.2.1.2 (d))

Nearside Rear Inner Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength SILL (5.3.6 (a) (i))

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

Rear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Service brake efficiency below requirements (1.2.2 (a) (i))

AGE RELATED CORROSION

Anti-roll bar corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

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

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

Fuel Pipe/s corroded

Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

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

Rear SHOCK ABSORBERS CORRODED

Pass 12 Sep 2025 69,016 miles

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

Front Anti-roll bar corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

GENERAL [AGE RELATED] CORROSION UNDERNEATH

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

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

Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Pass 2 Sep 2024 73,255 miles

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

CORROSION {age related} to chassis/suspension

Front Oil leak, but not excessive TRUNNION HUB SEAL (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Fuel Pipe/s corroded

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

Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Pass 18 Sep 2023 69,324 miles
Fail 11 Sep 2023 69,305 miles

Brake pipe excessively corroded Front to rear brake pipe at rear (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Front Suspension unit leaking Hub seal leaking (5.3.5 (c))

Nearside Front Valve stem seriously damaged (5.2.3 (j)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Rear Valve stem seriously damaged (5.2.3 (j)) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Valve stem seriously damaged (5.2.3 (j)) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Valve stem seriously damaged (5.2.3 (j)) DANGEROUS

Pass 27 Jul 2022 65,049 miles

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

Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Valve stem slightly damaged ALL=RECOMMEND REPLACEMENT (5.2.3 (j))

Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Pass 8 Jul 2021 60,952 miles

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material ALL FRONT AND BACK (1.1.11 (c))

UNDERBODY CORROSION

Valve stem slightly damaged *** ALL 4 VALVE*** (5.2.3 (j))

Pass 15 Jul 2020 56,268 miles

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

Valve stem slightly damaged ALL 4 (5.2.3 (j))

suspension corroded

Pass 17 Jul 2019 51,702 miles

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

Valve stem slightly damaged all 4 (5.2.3 (j))

under body corroded

Fail 13 Jul 2019 51,628 miles

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))

Exhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))

Exhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))

Exhaust hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))

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

Valve stem slightly damaged all 4 (5.2.3 (j))

under body corroded

Pass 2 Jul 2018 48,432 miles
Pass 19 Jun 2017 46,404 miles
Pass 16 Jun 2016 44,153 miles
Pass 19 Jun 2015 41,683 miles
Pass 19 Jun 2014 38,717 miles
Fail 21 Jun 2013 35,680 miles

Front registration plate dirty (6.3.1d)

Rear registration plate dirty (6.3.1d)

Pass 21 Jun 2013 35,680 miles
Pass 21 Jun 2012 32,126 miles
Pass 21 Jun 2011 28,122 miles
Pass 28 Jun 2010 24,754 miles
Pass 2 Jul 2009 20,522 miles
Pass 10 Jul 2008 15,400 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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VE05 KPY is a 2005 Suzuki Jimny in Green with a 1,328cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.8%.

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 VE05 KPY, 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 VE05 KPY registered?

VE05 KPY is a 2005 Suzuki Jimny, first registered on 15 July 2005.

Is VE05 KPY safe to buy?

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