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YF55 VZC

2005 Suzuki Jimny

Silver Petrol 1298cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 Jan 2023
Tests20 (14 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate70%

Mileage

30,116 mi
Last recorded30,116 miles
Recorded on16 Dec 2021
Typical for 2005 Suzuki Jimny55,000 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYF55 VZC
MakeSuzuki
ModelJimny
Year2005
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,298cc

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MOT History

14 pass 6 fail
Pass 16 Dec 2021 30,116 miles

Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Corrosion on underside of vehicle and front panel (around headlights) (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Fail 15 Dec 2021 30,111 miles

Exhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))

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

Nearside Front Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced Body mounting corroded (6.1.1 (c) (i))

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

Offside Front Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced Body mounting corroded (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Corrosion on underside of vehicle and front panel (around headlights) (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Pass 12 Jan 2021 26,039 miles

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

Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Both rear (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 25 Nov 2019 24,766 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Offside Front 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))

both rear tyre walls cracking

mid section of exhaust deteriated

Pass 22 Nov 2018 22,501 miles

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material n/s to o/s rear (1.1.11 (c))

Nearside Front Shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Front Shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing (5.3.2 (b))

slight plat in front axle swivel joints

Fail 13 Nov 2018 22,486 miles

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

Nearside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

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

Offside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

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

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material n/s to o/s rear (1.1.11 (c))

Nearside Front Shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing (5.3.2 (b))

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Front Shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

slight plat in front axle swivel joints

Pass 23 Nov 2017 20,057 miles

Fuel Pipe/s corroded ()

Pass 18 Nov 2016 17,355 miles
Pass 20 Nov 2015 15,655 miles

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

Pass 11 Nov 2014 14,367 miles

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

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

Pass 19 Nov 2013 13,875 miles
Fail 13 Nov 2013 14,853 miles

Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Front Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)

Offside Rear Shock absorber has an excessively worn shock absorber pivot (2.7.4)

Pass 8 Nov 2012 12,388 miles
Fail 6 Nov 2012 12,388 miles

Service brake is causing the vehicle to swerve to the nearside (3.7.C.2)

Pass 8 Nov 2011 11,411 miles

Exhaust hanger broken but system still secure

Fail 7 Nov 2011 11,406 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

Service brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.C.1a)

front brake discs corroded

Exhaust hanger broken but system still secure

Pass 22 Nov 2010 10,063 miles
Pass 9 Nov 2009 7,763 miles
Pass 21 Nov 2008 5,611 miles

tractor joints coroded

Fail 21 Nov 2008 5,611 miles

Front brake disc excessively pitted (3.5.1h) DANGEROUS

tractor joints coroded

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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YF55 VZC is a 2005 Suzuki Jimny in Silver with a 1,298cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 70%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 YF55 VZC, 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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What year was YF55 VZC registered?

YF55 VZC is a 2005 Suzuki Jimny, first registered on 5 December 2005.

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