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WV05 CJO

2005 Suzuki Jimny

Black Petrol 1328cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires11 Oct 2026
Tests22 (17 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate77.3%

Mileage

73,531 mi
Last recorded73,531 miles
Recorded on9 Oct 2025
Typical for 2005 Suzuki Jimny55,000 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWV05 CJO
MakeSuzuki
ModelJimny
Year2005
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,328cc

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MOT History

17 pass 5 fail
Pass 9 Oct 2025 73,531 miles
Pass 7 Oct 2024 62,760 miles

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

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

Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

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

Pass 12 Oct 2023 55,201 miles

Offside Front Drag link end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

under side of vehicle heavly under sealed

Fail 6 Oct 2023 55,197 miles

Front Horn not working (7.7 (a))

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

Offside Front Drag link end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

under side of vehicle heavly under sealed

Pass 17 Jan 2023 54,431 miles
Pass 26 Jan 2021 50,179 miles
Fail 25 Jan 2021 50,179 miles

Front Brake disc significantly and obviously worn (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Pass 9 Dec 2019 47,664 miles
Fail 5 Dec 2019 47,664 miles

Exhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))

Pass 1 Nov 2018 43,878 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Axle swivel pins and bushes swivel pin and/or bush slightly worn (5.1.2 (b) (i))

Pass 30 Oct 2017 43,155 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Pass 11 Nov 2016 41,710 miles
Pass 19 Nov 2015 41,060 miles
Pass 30 Oct 2014 40,186 miles
Pass 17 Jun 2013 38,571 miles
Pass 7 Jun 2012 36,959 miles
Fail 6 Apr 2011 34,745 miles

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Pass 6 Apr 2011 34,745 miles
Pass 23 Mar 2010 32,614 miles
Pass 9 Mar 2009 30,716 miles
Fail 9 Mar 2009 30,716 miles

Offside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Pass 26 Mar 2008 28,423 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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WV05 CJO is a 2005 Suzuki Jimny in Black with a 1,328cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.3%.

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 WV05 CJO, 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 WV05 CJO registered?

WV05 CJO is a 2005 Suzuki Jimny, first registered on 18 March 2005.

Is WV05 CJO safe to buy?

The MOT history for WV05 CJO shows 22 tests with a 77.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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