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WJ05 XTU

2005 Suzuki Jimny

Beige Petrol 1328cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 Dec 2024
Tests20 (18 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate90%

Mileage

101,340 mi
Last recorded101,340 miles
Recorded on19 Dec 2024
Typical for 2005 Suzuki Jimny55,000 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWJ05 XTU
MakeSuzuki
ModelJimny
Year2005
ColourBeige
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,328cc

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MOT History

18 pass 2 fail
Fail 19 Dec 2024 101,340 miles

Front Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases Cat pipe cracked (6.1.2 (a))

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

Nearside Front Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Nearside Front Vehicle structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting (6.2.2 (d) (i))

Nearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Nearside Rear Brake drum contaminated (1.1.14 (b))

Nearside Rear Vehicle structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting (6.2.2 (d) (i))

Offside Front Vehicle structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting (6.2.2 (d) (i))

Offside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Offside Rear Vehicle structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting (6.2.2 (d) (i))

Rear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Front Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))

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

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

Oil leak, but not excessive Gearbox oil leak (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 15 Dec 2023 89,994 miles
Pass 13 Dec 2022 85,291 miles

underbody corroded

Pass 19 Nov 2021 84,679 miles

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

Nearside Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Middle body mounting point (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Nearside Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))

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

Offside Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Middle body mounting point (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Pass 1 Dec 2020 83,631 miles

Nearside Rear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Inner body sill at mounting point (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Offside Rear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Inner body sill at mounting point (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Pass 8 Nov 2019 82,684 miles

Nearside Rear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Inner Body Sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))

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

Pass 9 Nov 2018 35,144 miles
Pass 20 Nov 2017 80,337 miles
Pass 22 Nov 2016 79,550 miles

Oil leak Both front axle ball hub seals . ()

Pass 18 Nov 2015 78,027 miles
Pass 27 Nov 2014 75,952 miles
Pass 26 Nov 2013 71,615 miles
Pass 4 Dec 2012 65,239 miles
Fail 3 Dec 2012 65,239 miles

Centre Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Offside Rear Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Nearside Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Pass 5 Dec 2011 58,468 miles
Pass 6 Dec 2010 51,303 miles
Pass 7 Dec 2009 45,848 miles
Pass 4 Dec 2008 40,041 miles
Pass 12 May 2008 38,629 miles
Pass 6 Dec 2007 38,550 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 XTU is a 2005 Suzuki Jimny in Beige with a 1,328cc 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 WJ05 XTU, 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 WJ05 XTU registered?

WJ05 XTU is a 2005 Suzuki Jimny, first registered on 31 March 2005.

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