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YB55 AHD

2005 Suzuki Jimny

Silver Petrol 1328cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 Nov 2021
Tests22 (15 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate68.2%

Mileage

98,261 mi
Last recorded98,261 miles
Recorded on23 Nov 2021
Typical for 2005 Suzuki Jimny55,000 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYB55 AHD
MakeSuzuki
ModelJimny
Year2005
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,328cc

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MOT History

15 pass 7 fail
Fail 23 Nov 2021 98,261 miles

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

Exhaust carbon monoxide content at idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (b))

Exhaust hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))

Nearside Inner Integral body structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting (6.2.2 (d) (i))

Offside Inner Integral body structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting (6.2.2 (d) (i))

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

Suspension component mounting repair covered in underseal full under body under sealed (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Pass 26 Oct 2020 94,575 miles
Pass 4 May 2019 88,542 miles
Pass 17 May 2018 84,180 miles
Fail 11 May 2018 84,048 miles

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

Offside Headlamp excessively deteriorated so that the light output is severely reduced (1.7.5a)

Offside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

main beam light stays on when on dipbeam

Pass 12 May 2017 77,978 miles
Pass 10 May 2016 73,931 miles
Fail 9 May 2016 73,928 miles

Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

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

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Pass 9 Oct 2015 71,843 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Fail 9 Oct 2015 71,843 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Nearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 10 Oct 2014 66,657 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Pass 4 Oct 2013 61,536 miles
Fail 30 Sep 2013 61,527 miles

Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

rear exhaust silencer deteriorated

Pass 11 Oct 2012 57,710 miles
Pass 23 Sep 2011 53,884 miles
Pass 21 Jun 2011 50,334 miles
Fail 21 Jun 2011 50,334 miles

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

Offside Front wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.5.A.2)

Front brake disc inner faces badley corroded.

Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Pass 12 Jul 2010 36,525 miles
Pass 27 May 2010 36,413 miles
Pass 5 Dec 2009 34,241 miles

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

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

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

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

Rear wiper blade split.

Pass 28 Nov 2008 23,217 miles
Fail 21 Nov 2008 23,217 miles

Front Axle swivel joint has excessive play in a swivel pin (2.5.A.3b) DANGEROUS

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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YB55 AHD is a 2005 Suzuki Jimny in Silver with a 1,328cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 68.2%.

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 YB55 AHD, 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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YB55 AHD is a 2005 Suzuki Jimny, first registered on 8 December 2005.

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