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WF55 JXS

2005 Suzuki Jimny

Black Petrol 1298cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 Sep 2019
Tests17 (10 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate58.8%

Mileage

77,904 mi
Last recorded77,904 miles
Recorded on14 Sep 2018
Typical for 2005 Suzuki Jimny55,000 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWF55 JXS
MakeSuzuki
ModelJimny
Year2005
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,298cc

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MOT History

10 pass 7 fail
Pass 14 Sep 2018 77,904 miles

Central Exhaust silencer slightly loose mounting broken and rusty (8.1.1 (b) (i))

Central Rear Stop lamp(s) insecure (4.3.1 (c) (i))

Rear boot floor surface rust close to seat belt mountings

Fail 11 Sep 2018 77,903 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Front Axle swivel pins and bushes swivel pin and/or bush excessively worn (5.1.2 (b) (i))

Offside Front Headlamp aim not tested (4.1.2 (b))

Offside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Oil leaking excessively from transmission swivel houseing (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Central Exhaust silencer slightly loose mounting broken and rusty (8.1.1 (b) (i))

Central Rear Stop lamp(s) insecure (4.3.1 (c) (i))

Rear boot floor surface rust close to seat belt mountings

Pass 5 Sep 2017 70,322 miles

Offside Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

engine management light on

front diff vacuum pipes split

offside front hub leaking fluid

rear exhaust deteriorated

Fail 5 Sep 2017 70,322 miles

Offside Front wheel bearing has excessive play (2.5.A.3c)

Offside Front wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.5.A.2)

engine management light on

front diff vacuum pipes split

offside front hub leaking fluid

rear exhaust deteriorated

Pass 21 Apr 2016 64,008 miles
Fail 21 Apr 2016 64,008 miles

Front Brakes imbalanced across an axle Pulling to left (3.7.B.5b)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 2 Apr 2015 60,574 miles

adv exhaust rear silencer corroded

Fail 1 Apr 2014 56,530 miles

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

Rear Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

Pass 1 Apr 2014 56,530 miles

Rear Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

Pass 25 Apr 2013 48,399 miles

nearside front tyre wearing on outer edge

rear exhaust box in poor condition

Fail 23 Apr 2013 48,318 miles

Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)

nearside front tyre wearing on outer edge

rear exhaust box in poor condition

Pass 18 Apr 2012 38,909 miles
Fail 17 Apr 2012 38,867 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

Pass 27 Apr 2011 29,993 miles
Fail 27 Apr 2011 29,993 miles

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

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 22 Apr 2010 21,368 miles
Pass 20 Aug 2008 47,294 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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WF55 JXS is a 2005 Suzuki Jimny in Black with a 1,298cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 58.8%.

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 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 WF55 JXS, 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 WF55 JXS registered?

WF55 JXS is a 2005 Suzuki Jimny, first registered on 8 September 2005.

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