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YB55 WJJ

2005 Suzuki Jimny

Silver Petrol 1328cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires24 Mar 2027
Tests22 (18 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate81.8%

Mileage

40,892 mi
Last recorded40,892 miles
Recorded on25 Mar 2026
Typical for 2005 Suzuki Jimny55,000 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

18 pass 4 fail
Pass 25 Mar 2026 40,892 miles
Fail 20 Mar 2026 40,884 miles

Brake pipe excessively corroded front to rear (1.1.11 (c))

Nearside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced inner sill (7.1.1 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced inner arch (7.1.1 (a) (i))

Pass 11 Mar 2025 40,355 miles

Offside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 21 Mar 2024 37,991 miles
Pass 7 Mar 2023 35,716 miles

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

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

Rear Fuel Pipe/s corroded ()

Pass 25 Mar 2022 35,110 miles
Fail 21 Mar 2022 35,110 miles

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

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

Pass 19 Mar 2021 33,740 miles
Pass 21 Mar 2020 33,221 miles
Fail 21 Mar 2020 33,221 miles

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

Pass 12 Mar 2019 32,362 miles
Pass 17 Mar 2018 30,853 miles
Fail 16 Mar 2018 30,853 miles

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

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 17 Mar 2017 29,458 miles

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

Pass 18 Mar 2016 28,464 miles
Pass 3 Feb 2015 27,237 miles
Pass 21 Nov 2013 24,959 miles
Pass 21 Nov 2012 22,066 miles
Pass 21 Nov 2011 19,432 miles
Pass 22 Nov 2010 16,545 miles
Pass 26 Nov 2009 12,897 miles

Could not check rear seat belts fully due to luggage compartment full and seats folded - visual inspection only

Front Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Pass 25 Nov 2008 9,840 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 WJJ 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 81.8%.

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 WJJ, 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 WJJ registered?

YB55 WJJ is a 2005 Suzuki Jimny, first registered on 19 December 2005.

Is YB55 WJJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for YB55 WJJ shows 22 tests with a 81.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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