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WL05 GDF

2005 Suzuki Jimny

Red Petrol 1298cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Mar 2016
Tests11 (8 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate72.7%

Mileage

56,993 mi
Last recorded56,993 miles
Recorded on7 Mar 2015
Typical for 2005 Suzuki Jimny55,000 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWL05 GDF
MakeSuzuki
ModelJimny
Year2005
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,298cc

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MOT History

8 pass 3 fail
Pass 7 Mar 2015 56,993 miles
Fail 8 Mar 2014 51,920 miles

Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Items removed from driver's view prior to test

Pass 8 Mar 2014 51,920 miles

Items removed from driver's view prior to test

Pass 9 Mar 2013 44,115 miles

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

Nearside Axle swivel joint has slight play (2.5.A.3b)

both front disc dust covers rusted

both front swivle hub seales leaking

oil spray under side

Pass 6 Mar 2012 34,210 miles

Nearside Front Axle swivel joint has slight play (2.5.A.3b)

Pass 7 Mar 2011 29,137 miles
Pass 8 Mar 2010 25,899 miles

Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1a)

Fail 8 Mar 2010 25,899 miles

Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1a)

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

Fail 9 Mar 2009 22,353 miles

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

Pass 9 Mar 2009 22,353 miles
Pass 8 Mar 2008 17,745 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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WL05 GDF is a 2005 Suzuki Jimny in Red with a 1,298cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.7%.

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 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 WL05 GDF, 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 WL05 GDF registered?

WL05 GDF is a 2005 Suzuki Jimny, first registered on 29 July 2005.

Is WL05 GDF safe to buy?

The MOT history for WL05 GDF shows 11 tests with a 72.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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