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YB55 SFU

2005 Suzuki Jimny

Silver Petrol 1328cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires19 Apr 2027
Tests21 (17 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate81%

Mileage

71,617 mi
Last recorded71,617 miles
Recorded on20 Apr 2026
Typical for 2005 Suzuki Jimny55,000 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

17 pass 4 fail
Pass 20 Apr 2026 71,617 miles
Pass 15 Apr 2025 59,139 miles
Pass 16 Apr 2024 48,071 miles

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

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

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

Pass 13 Jan 2022 48,001 miles
Fail 17 Dec 2021 48,000 miles

Brake pipe excessively corroded accross front axels (1.1.11 (c))

Nearside Rear Wheel bearing rough when rotated (5.1.3 (b) (i))

Nearside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced Inner sill corroded in centre and at rear (7.1.1 (a) (i))

Offside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced inner sill corroded in centre and at rear (7.1.1 (a) (i))

Pass 11 Dec 2020 47,119 miles
Pass 13 Dec 2019 45,911 miles
Pass 17 Dec 2018 43,521 miles
Fail 17 Dec 2018 43,521 miles

Offside Front Service brake excessively fluctuating (1.2.1 (e))

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Pass 14 Dec 2017 41,114 miles

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

Nearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Inner face (3.5.1i)

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

Offside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Inner face (3.5.1i)

Pass 16 Dec 2016 38,533 miles
Fail 9 Dec 2016 38,522 miles

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

Front Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Offside Front Lower Steering pivot point has excessive play (2.2.B.1g)

Offside Front Upper Steering pivot point has excessive play (2.2.B.1g)

Pass 11 Dec 2015 36,033 miles

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

Pass 17 Dec 2014 33,385 miles

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

Pass 16 Dec 2013 30,499 miles

exhaust rear silencer poor condition

Pass 11 Dec 2012 27,575 miles
Fail 14 Dec 2011 24,442 miles

Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Nail in nearside rear tyre

exhaust back box slightly corroded

Pass 14 Dec 2011 24,442 miles

Nail in nearside rear tyre

exhaust back box slightly corroded

Pass 14 Dec 2010 21,645 miles
Pass 11 Dec 2009 19,362 miles
Pass 19 Dec 2008 16,479 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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YB55 SFU is a 2005 Suzuki Jimny in Silver with a 1,328cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81%.

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 YB55 SFU, 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 YB55 SFU registered?

YB55 SFU is a 2005 Suzuki Jimny, first registered on 22 December 2005.

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