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VU05 YRC

2005 Suzuki Jimny

Beige Petrol 1328cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Jan 2026
Tests21 (17 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate81%

Mileage

100,692 mi
Last recorded100,692 miles
Recorded on22 Jan 2025
Typical for 2005 Suzuki Jimny55,000 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVU05 YRC
MakeSuzuki
ModelJimny
Year2005
ColourBeige
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,328cc

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MOT History

17 pass 4 fail
Pass 22 Jan 2025 100,692 miles
Pass 23 Jan 2024 95,078 miles
Fail 7 Nov 2023 95,049 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Nearside Side repeater not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Pass 5 Nov 2021 88,765 miles
Pass 30 Oct 2020 84,544 miles

Nearside Front oil leak from swivel hub seals

Offside Front Suspension component pin or bush slightly worn swivel hub pins , slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 18 Oct 2019 79,854 miles

centre and rear exhaust system corrosion

Fail 18 Oct 2019 79,852 miles

Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

centre and rear exhaust system corrosion

Pass 18 Oct 2018 69,482 miles

both front tyres cracks in sidewalls

slight cracks in rear shock absorber bushes

Pass 1 Nov 2017 61,638 miles
Pass 27 Oct 2016 57,473 miles

engine warning light on dash

Pass 9 Nov 2015 53,031 miles
Fail 9 Nov 2015 53,031 miles

Offside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Pass 28 Apr 2015 49,814 miles

Slight play in offside front tractor ball

Pass 1 May 2014 46,182 miles
Pass 2 May 2013 43,269 miles
Pass 13 Mar 2012 38,853 miles
Pass 9 Feb 2011 33,209 miles
Pass 9 Feb 2010 28,249 miles
Fail 9 Feb 2010 28,249 miles

Windscreen has a sticker or other obstruction encroaching into the swept area by more than 40mm outside zone 'A' (8.3.1e)

Pass 17 Feb 2009 21,927 miles
Pass 5 Mar 2008 17,039 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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VU05 YRC is a 2005 Suzuki Jimny in Beige with a 1,328cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81%.

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 VU05 YRC, 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 VU05 YRC registered?

VU05 YRC is a 2005 Suzuki Jimny, first registered on 7 March 2005.

Is VU05 YRC safe to buy?

The MOT history for VU05 YRC shows 21 tests with a 81% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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