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YF05 ZHO

2005 Suzuki Jimny

Beige Petrol 1328cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires8 Jan 2027
Tests26 (20 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate76.9%

Mileage

74,180 mi
Last recorded74,180 miles
Recorded on8 Jan 2026
Typical for 2005 Suzuki Jimny55,000 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYF05 ZHO
MakeSuzuki
ModelJimny
Year2005
ColourBeige
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,328cc

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MOT History

20 pass 6 fail
Pass 8 Jan 2026 74,180 miles

Nearside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Offside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

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

Fail 22 Dec 2025 73,767 miles

Front Subframe mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength nearside rear mounting of front subframe (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

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

Pass 2 Jan 2025 70,608 miles

Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

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

Rear Towbar obstructing the registration plate (6.1.6 (f) (i))

general all round corrosion

rear brake drum backplates corroded

suspension pipes across rear axel corroded

Pass 9 Jan 2024 64,935 miles
Pass 21 Jun 2023 63,329 miles

Fuel Pipe/s corroded ()

Rear Passenger seat(s) missing at time of test both ()

Pass 22 Jun 2022 60,909 miles

Fuel Pipe/s corroded ()

Nearside Front swivel housing leaking

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

Fail 22 Jun 2022 60,909 miles

Nearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Fuel Pipe/s corroded ()

Nearside Front swivel housing leaking

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

Pass 12 Jul 2021 58,774 miles

Nearside Front Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

hole on n/s/f inner wing`

Pass 16 Jul 2020 53,646 miles

Rear Passenger seat(s) missing at time of test ()

Fail 15 Jul 2020 53,645 miles

Nearside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))

Nearside Front Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Offside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))

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

Rear Passenger seat(s) missing at time of test ()

Pass 12 Jul 2019 49,024 miles

Rear Passenger seat(s) missing at time of test ()

Fail 10 Jul 2019 49,023 miles

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

Nearside Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength (5.3.6 (a) (i))

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

Offside Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Rear Passenger seat(s) missing at time of test ()

Pass 6 Jul 2018 44,602 miles
Pass 18 Jul 2017 42,922 miles
Pass 7 Jul 2016 41,247 miles

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

Fail 7 Jul 2016 41,245 miles

Nearside Front suspension has excessive movement at wishbone bearing (2.5.A.1c)

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

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

Pass 6 Jul 2015 39,585 miles
Pass 9 Jul 2014 37,696 miles
Pass 10 Jul 2013 35,890 miles
Pass 12 Jul 2012 33,737 miles

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

Pass 11 Jul 2011 30,564 miles
Pass 21 Jul 2010 26,597 miles
Pass 4 Jun 2010 25,752 miles
Pass 5 Jun 2009 20,499 miles

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

Fail 1 Jun 2009 20,451 miles

Offside Front Axle swivel joint has excessive movement between a swivel joint and its housing (2.5.A.1b)

Pass 31 May 2008 15,898 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 ZHO is a 2005 Suzuki Jimny in Beige with a 1,328cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 26 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.9%.

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 ZHO, 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 ZHO registered?

YF05 ZHO is a 2005 Suzuki Jimny, first registered on 15 June 2005.

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