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YC55 GBV

2005 Suzuki Jimny

Black Petrol 1328cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires24 Aug 2022
Tests18 (14 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

115,314 mi
Last recorded115,314 miles
Recorded on16 Aug 2021
Typical for 2005 Suzuki Jimny55,000 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYC55 GBV
MakeSuzuki
ModelJimny
Year2005
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,328cc

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MOT History

14 pass 4 fail
Pass 16 Aug 2021 115,314 miles

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

Nearside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Suspension arm attachment bracket/mounting corroded but its strength is not seriously reduced (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 25 Aug 2020 114,338 miles

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

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

Fail 21 Aug 2020 114,338 miles

Horn not working (7.7 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Drag link end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

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

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

Pass 19 Aug 2019 113,151 miles

Offside Rear Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))

Pass 16 Aug 2018 108,884 miles
Fail 7 Aug 2018 108,884 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Offside Front Wheel bearing rough when rotated (5.1.3 (b) (i))

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

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

Pass 16 Aug 2017 98,852 miles
Pass 22 Oct 2016 96,878 miles

both rear brake pipes greased

Pass 13 Oct 2015 93,428 miles

Front Brake pipe slightly corroded Both (3.6.B.2c)

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

coil spring corroded All (2.4.C.1b)

Fail 13 Oct 2015 93,428 miles

Front Brake pipe slightly corroded Both (3.6.B.2c)

Nearside Rear Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

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

coil spring corroded All (2.4.C.1b)

Pass 31 Oct 2014 87,380 miles
Pass 24 Oct 2013 77,614 miles

brake pipes covered in wax oil

Pass 19 Oct 2012 70,112 miles
Pass 21 Oct 2011 59,870 miles
Pass 30 Oct 2010 50,813 miles
Pass 26 Oct 2009 40,593 miles
Pass 28 Oct 2008 30,345 miles

O/S/R light lens cracked

Fail 25 Oct 2008 30,345 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)

O/S/R light lens cracked

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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YC55 GBV is a 2005 Suzuki Jimny in Black with a 1,328cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

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 YC55 GBV, 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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YC55 GBV is a 2005 Suzuki Jimny, first registered on 25 October 2005.

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