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WJ05 GVV

2005 Suzuki Jimny

Silver Petrol 1328cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 Apr 2026
Tests21 (18 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

45,092 mi
Last recorded45,092 miles
Recorded on17 Apr 2025
Typical for 2005 Suzuki Jimny55,000 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWJ05 GVV
MakeSuzuki
ModelJimny
Year2005
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,328cc

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MOT History

18 pass 3 fail
Pass 17 Apr 2025 45,092 miles

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

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

some surface under vehicle corrosion

Fail 11 Apr 2025 45,088 miles

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

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

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

some surface under vehicle corrosion

Pass 14 Sep 2023 44,588 miles

Nearside Rear Lower Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush bush (5.3.2 (c))

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

Offside Rear Lower Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush bush (5.3.2 (c))

general surface corrosion under car

Fail 14 Sep 2023 44,588 miles

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

Nearside Rear Lower Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush bush (5.3.2 (c))

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

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

Offside Rear Lower Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush bush (5.3.2 (c))

general surface corrosion under car

Pass 2 Sep 2022 43,811 miles

Nearside Front Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))

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

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

baffles in the back box noisy

general surface corrosion under car

Pass 19 Aug 2021 42,846 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases back box (6.1.2 (a))

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

general surface corrosion under car

Pass 26 Aug 2020 42,144 miles

Fuel Pipe/s corroded ()

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

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

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

general surface corrosion under car

Pass 20 Aug 2019 40,311 miles

Fuel Pipe/s corroded ()

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

Pass 30 Aug 2018 38,356 miles

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material going down the offside of the car (1.1.11 (c))

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

Nearside Rear inner sill has surface corrosion

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

Offside Rear inner sill has surface corrosion

Pass 9 Sep 2017 35,133 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush bottom bush perished (2.7.4)

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush bottom bush perished (2.7.4)

both inner sills have surface rust

fuel lines by fuel tank corroded

Pass 7 Sep 2016 32,276 miles
Pass 3 Mar 2015 27,885 miles
Fail 3 Mar 2015 27,885 miles

Nearside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 3 Mar 2015 27,885 miles

d/s and p/s lower sill covers fitted .

slight corrosion in rear corners of boot floor pan .

Pass 26 Feb 2014 24,189 miles

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

Pass 15 Feb 2013 20,894 miles

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Offside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

d/s and p/s inner lower sills slightly corroded.

d/s and p/s lower sill covers fitted.

d/s and p/s rear upper floor slight corrosion

Pass 20 Feb 2012 17,863 miles

Nearside Rear Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Offside Rear Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

d/s and p/s lower sill covers fitted

rear exhaust tail box outer casing slightly to excessively corroded , not blowing and secure.

Pass 9 Mar 2011 14,505 miles
Pass 11 Mar 2010 10,790 miles
Pass 9 Mar 2009 8,002 miles
Pass 10 Mar 2008 4,603 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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WJ05 GVV is a 2005 Suzuki Jimny in Silver with a 1,328cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 WJ05 GVV, 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 WJ05 GVV registered?

WJ05 GVV is a 2005 Suzuki Jimny, first registered on 9 March 2005.

Is WJ05 GVV safe to buy?

The MOT history for WJ05 GVV shows 21 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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