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YB05 YNT

2005 Suzuki Jimny

Silver Petrol 1328cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 Nov 2024
Tests26 (16 pass, 10 fail)
Pass rate61.5%

Mileage

91,181 mi
Last recorded91,181 miles
Recorded on23 Oct 2024
Typical for 2005 Suzuki Jimny55,000 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYB05 YNT
MakeSuzuki
ModelJimny
Year2005
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,328cc

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MOT History

16 pass 10 fail
Fail 23 Oct 2024 91,181 miles

Horn not working (7.7 (a))

Nearside Front Brake disc contaminated front swivel joint leaking (1.1.14 (b))

Nearside Front Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced inner sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Nearside Rear Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced body mount (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Nearside Rear Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced chassis (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Nearside Rear Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced rear arch (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Nearside Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Front Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced body mount (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Offside Front Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced chassis -front arch (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Offside Rear Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced chassis (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Offside Rear Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced inner sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Offside Rear Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced rear arch (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

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

Pass 21 Nov 2023 91,150 miles

Nearside Rear Inner Cab or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security (6.2.2 (d) (i))

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

Fail 11 Sep 2023 91,073 miles

Horn not working (7.7 (a))

Nearside Front Axle swivel pins and bushes swivel pin and/or bush excessively worn very bad oil leak (5.1.2 (b) (i))

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

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Nearside Rear Axle insecure such that functionality is affected front tie rod mounting broken (5.1.1 (b) (ii)) DANGEROUS

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

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

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 Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

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

all fuel lines very corroded

Pass 7 Sep 2022 89,296 miles

All four tyres perished

Nearside Front Oil leak, but not excessive Differential half shaft seal weeping (8.4.1 (a) (i))

rear crossmember corroded

Fail 23 Aug 2022 89,295 miles

Nearside Front Inner Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced Sill (7.1.1 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Inner Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced Arch completely corroded through (7.1.1 (a) (i))

Offside Front Body mounting fixings insecure (6.2.2 (c) (i))

Offside Rear Inner Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced Arch completely corroded through (7.1.1 (a) (i))

All four tyres perished

Nearside Front Oil leak, but not excessive Differential half shaft seal weeping (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 16 Aug 2021 89,282 miles

Nearside Rear inner sill corroded

Offside Front Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Offside Front slight leak from swivel seal

Offside Front swivel seal leaking

all tyres perished

Pass 17 Aug 2020 88,505 miles

All 5 tyres perished

Both front axle swivel joins/hubs leaking

Fail 17 Aug 2020 88,505 miles

All 5 tyres perished

Both front axle swivel joins/hubs leaking

Nearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Offside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Pass 21 Aug 2019 85,047 miles

All five tyres perished

Fuel Pipe/s corroded ()

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

Oil leak, but not excessive gearbox (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Fail 19 Aug 2019 85,046 miles

Offside Front Oil leaking excessively from transmission half shalf seal (8.4.1 (a) (i))

All five tyres perished

Fuel Pipe/s corroded ()

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

Oil leak, but not excessive gearbox (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 22 Aug 2018 82,828 miles
Fail 23 May 2018 82,801 miles

Front Service brake imbalanced across an axle (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Nearside Rear Service brake has no recorded effort at a wheel (1.2.1 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Axle swivel joint so worn or insecure in a stub axle that directional stability is impaired (5.1.2 (b) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Service brake has no recorded effort at a wheel (1.2.1 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 24 May 2017 77,721 miles
Fail 17 May 2017 77,721 miles

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Nearside Rear Rear wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.6.1)

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

Offside Rear Rear wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.6.1)

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

Pass 18 May 2016 71,427 miles
Fail 18 May 2016 71,427 miles

Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Front position lamp(s) not working Both (1.1.A.3b)

Pass 15 May 2015 66,263 miles

exhaust corroded,blowing slightly and mountings missing

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

both rear tyres perrished and worn to limit

Pass 19 May 2014 61,087 miles

Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Pass 23 May 2013 56,124 miles
Pass 11 Jun 2012 51,168 miles
Fail 11 Jun 2012 51,168 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

Offside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 10 Jun 2011 47,646 miles

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

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 9 Jun 2010 45,061 miles
Pass 11 Jun 2009 41,467 miles
Fail 10 Jun 2009 41,466 miles

Nearside Front Ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

Nearside Front Steering damper leaking oil (2.2.C.1f)

Offside Front brake disc excessively pitted (3.5.1h)

NSF BRAKE DISC CORRODING.

Pass 23 Jun 2008 30,452 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

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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YB05 YNT is a 2005 Suzuki Jimny in Silver with a 1,328cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 26 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 61.5%.

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 YB05 YNT, 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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YB05 YNT is a 2005 Suzuki Jimny, first registered on 28 June 2005.

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