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WJ05 ZVL

2005 Suzuki Jimny

Green Petrol 1328cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires21 Nov 2026
Tests21 (18 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

109,362 mi
Last recorded109,362 miles
Recorded on19 Nov 2025
Typical for 2005 Suzuki Jimny55,000 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWJ05 ZVL
MakeSuzuki
ModelJimny
Year2005
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,328cc

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MOT History

18 pass 3 fail
Pass 19 Nov 2025 109,362 miles

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

Nearside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

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

Offside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

advise chassis front and rear has surface corrosion

Pass 22 Nov 2024 108,082 miles

Fuel Pipe/s corroded ()

Nearside Vehicle structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security inner sill (6.2.2 (d) (i))

Offside Cab or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security inner sill (6.2.2 (d) (i))

Offside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 15 Sep 2023 107,793 miles

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

Fuel Pipe/s corroded ()

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

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

Pass 2 Sep 2022 106,500 miles
Pass 10 Sep 2021 97,256 miles
Pass 16 Sep 2020 91,214 miles
Pass 1 May 2019 83,488 miles
Pass 4 May 2018 76,454 miles
Pass 8 May 2017 70,485 miles
Fail 8 May 2017 70,485 miles

Brake pipe excessively corroded front to rear (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 6 May 2016 60,282 miles

Brake pipe slightly corroded front to rear (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 5 May 2015 54,056 miles
Pass 25 Apr 2014 51,287 miles
Pass 2 May 2013 48,188 miles
Pass 2 May 2012 41,521 miles
Pass 7 May 2011 31,484 miles
Pass 3 Apr 2010 23,004 miles
Pass 4 Apr 2009 18,124 miles
Pass 26 Apr 2008 13,534 miles
Fail 25 Apr 2008 13,534 miles

Offside Front Axle king pin has excessive play in pin and/or bush adversely affecting the steering (2.5.A.3a)

Fail 12 Apr 2008 13,505 miles

Offside Front Axle swivel joint has excessive play (2.5.A.3b)

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 ZVL is a 2005 Suzuki Jimny in Green 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 ZVL, 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 ZVL registered?

WJ05 ZVL is a 2005 Suzuki Jimny, first registered on 29 April 2005.

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The MOT history for WJ05 ZVL 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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