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WU05 MKJ

2005 Suzuki Jimny

Green Petrol 1328cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 Oct 2021
Tests19 (14 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate73.7%

Mileage

96,148 mi
Last recorded96,148 miles
Recorded on13 Oct 2021
Typical for 2005 Suzuki Jimny55,000 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWU05 MKJ
MakeSuzuki
ModelJimny
Year2005
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,328cc

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MOT History

14 pass 5 fail
Fail 13 Oct 2021 96,148 miles

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

Nearside Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced seat mount on b post inner sill (7.1.1 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))

Shock absorbers insecurely attached bolt loose (5.3.2 (a) (i))

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

Nearside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

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

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

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

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

all uj on props have slight play in them

Pass 8 Oct 2020 93,222 miles

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

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

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

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

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

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

Rear Drive shaft joint worn, but not excessively (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Fail 7 Oct 2020 93,222 miles

Nearside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play back track rod end (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play from steering box (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Towbar attachment insecure (6.1.6 (c) (i))

Rear Exhaust system insecure (6.1.2 (a))

Rear Stop lamp(s) all not working (4.3.1 (a) (iii)) DANGEROUS

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

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

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

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

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

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

Rear Drive shaft joint worn, but not excessively (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Pass 8 Oct 2019 90,425 miles

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

Pass 24 May 2018 89,969 miles
Pass 6 Jan 2018 89,923 miles
Pass 17 Feb 2017 88,898 miles
Pass 21 Dec 2015 86,749 miles

Offside Front Seat belt damaged but webbing not significantly weakened (5.2.2a)

Fail 21 Dec 2015 86,749 miles

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Seat belt damaged but webbing not significantly weakened (5.2.2a)

Pass 3 Dec 2014 77,013 miles

Offside Front Seat belt damaged but not affecting the operation of the belt (5.2.2a)

Pass 16 Dec 2013 66,489 miles

O/s/f seat belt "fluffing on edge"

Fail 12 Dec 2013 66,489 miles

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

N/s/f swivel hub oil seal leaking.

O/s/f seat belt "fluffing on edge"

Pass 12 Dec 2012 55,162 miles

Exhaust Centre Heat Shield Insecure.

Rattle From Inside Rear Box.

Rear Exhaust Box In Poor Condition.

Pass 6 Dec 2011 47,537 miles
Fail 1 Dec 2011 47,460 miles

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

Pass 1 Dec 2010 41,575 miles
Pass 2 Dec 2009 35,003 miles
Pass 2 Dec 2008 28,895 miles
Pass 31 Dec 2007 25,038 miles

offside front tyre worn outer tread, 2.0mm. depth.

slight front brake judder.

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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WU05 MKJ is a 2005 Suzuki Jimny in Green with a 1,328cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.7%.

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 WU05 MKJ, 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 WU05 MKJ registered?

WU05 MKJ is a 2005 Suzuki Jimny, first registered on 1 March 2005.

Is WU05 MKJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for WU05 MKJ shows 19 tests with a 73.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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