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VN55 EBJ

2005 Suzuki Jimny

Blue Petrol 1298cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires15 Oct 2026
Tests20 (18 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate90%

Mileage

61,388 mi
Last recorded61,388 miles
Recorded on23 Sep 2025
Typical for 2005 Suzuki Jimny55,000 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVN55 EBJ
MakeSuzuki
ModelJimny
Year2005
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,298cc

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MOT History

18 pass 2 fail
Pass 23 Sep 2025 61,388 miles

Nearside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

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

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

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

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

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

Pass 16 Oct 2024 60,737 miles

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

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

Passenger seat(s) missing at time of test both rear ()

Pass 16 Nov 2023 60,180 miles

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

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

Pass 10 Nov 2022 59,741 miles
Fail 10 Nov 2022 59,741 miles

Nearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 3 Nov 2021 59,082 miles
Pass 26 Oct 2020 58,579 miles
Pass 20 Nov 2019 57,701 miles

Nearside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Pass 29 Nov 2018 56,860 miles

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

rear exhaust silencer deteriorated

Pass 6 Dec 2017 55,650 miles

nearside front tyre wearing on outer edge

rear exhaust corroded

Pass 22 Dec 2016 55,239 miles

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

rear exhaust deteriorated

Pass 25 Nov 2015 53,113 miles

rear exhaust silencer deteriorated

Pass 25 Nov 2014 50,422 miles

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.C.1b)

both rear seat belts frayed

front pads wearing low

tested wet

Pass 6 Dec 2013 47,908 miles

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

centre stop light not working

some stone cuts to tyres

Fail 5 Dec 2013 47,898 miles

Offside Front Axle swivel joint has excessive movement between a swivel joint and its housing (2.5.A.1b)

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

centre stop light not working

some stone cuts to tyres

Pass 18 Dec 2012 70,669 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)

both rear tyres are heavily perished

Pass 22 Dec 2011 28,087 miles
Pass 26 Jan 2010 32,388 miles
Pass 6 May 2009 30,984 miles

n/s/f tyre worn on outer edge

Pass 22 Apr 2008 22,108 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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VN55 EBJ is a 2005 Suzuki Jimny in Blue with a 1,298cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90%.

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 VN55 EBJ, 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 VN55 EBJ registered?

VN55 EBJ is a 2005 Suzuki Jimny, first registered on 27 September 2005.

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