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YF05 FXP

2005 Suzuki Jimny

Red Petrol 1298cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Aug 2026
Tests16 (14 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

40,369 mi
Last recorded40,369 miles
Recorded on29 Jul 2025
Typical for 2005 Suzuki Jimny55,000 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYF05 FXP
MakeSuzuki
ModelJimny
Year2005
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,298cc

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MOT History

14 pass 2 fail
Pass 29 Jul 2025 40,369 miles
Pass 9 Aug 2024 38,978 miles

Offside Front Oil leak, but not excessive Axle seal (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Offside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b) (ii))

Offside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

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

Fail 9 Aug 2024 38,976 miles

Offside Rear Brake pipe leaking on a hydraulic braking system (1.1.11 (b) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Oil leak, but not excessive Axle seal (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Offside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b) (ii))

Offside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

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

Pass 26 May 2023 37,258 miles

Offside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b) (ii))

Fail 26 May 2023 37,258 miles

Nearside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))

Offside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b) (ii))

Pass 10 Jun 2022 35,428 miles

Nearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 21 May 2021 34,166 miles
Pass 26 May 2020 33,774 miles
Pass 23 May 2019 33,748 miles

surface corrosion on underside

Pass 23 Feb 2018 33,707 miles
Pass 21 Jan 2016 32,630 miles
Pass 7 Nov 2012 29,484 miles

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

Pass 17 May 2011 23,778 miles

Rear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Pass 22 May 2010 19,780 miles

both front discs hae sufface rust on

Pass 23 May 2009 14,528 miles
Pass 23 May 2008 10,969 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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YF05 FXP is a 2005 Suzuki Jimny in Red with a 1,298cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

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 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 YF05 FXP, 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 YF05 FXP registered?

YF05 FXP is a 2005 Suzuki Jimny, first registered on 1 June 2005.

Is YF05 FXP safe to buy?

The MOT history for YF05 FXP shows 16 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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