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YG05 FBF

2005 Suzuki Jimny

Green Petrol 1328cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 Nov 2023
Tests17 (12 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate70.6%

Mileage

90,811 mi
Last recorded90,811 miles
Recorded on7 Nov 2022
Typical for 2005 Suzuki Jimny55,000 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYG05 FBF
MakeSuzuki
ModelJimny
Year2005
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,328cc

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MOT History

12 pass 5 fail
Pass 7 Nov 2022 90,811 miles
Fail 7 Nov 2022 90,807 miles

Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside All direction indicators flashing less than 60 times a minute (4.4.4 (a))

Nearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Pass 12 Mar 2019 79,319 miles
Fail 11 Mar 2019 79,315 miles

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

Offside Steering locking device ineffective track rod end locknut (2.1.3 (d))

Pass 5 Sep 2016 75,633 miles
Pass 21 Aug 2015 69,615 miles
Pass 22 Aug 2014 60,409 miles

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

Fail 22 Aug 2014 60,409 miles

Centre Front Lower Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

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

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

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

Pass 23 Aug 2013 52,893 miles
Fail 19 Aug 2013 52,893 miles

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

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Rear exhaust section corroded

Pass 23 Aug 2012 44,701 miles
Pass 19 Mar 2012 42,962 miles

Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

Pass 17 Mar 2011 35,420 miles
Pass 18 Mar 2010 30,199 miles
Fail 8 Mar 2010 30,199 miles

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Front suspension has excessive play in a upper suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

Pass 3 Mar 2009 26,680 miles

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

offside front axle hub leaking oil

Pass 5 Mar 2008 20,926 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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YG05 FBF is a 2005 Suzuki Jimny in Green with a 1,328cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 70.6%.

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 YG05 FBF, 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 YG05 FBF registered?

YG05 FBF is a 2005 Suzuki Jimny, first registered on 8 March 2005.

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The MOT history for YG05 FBF shows 17 tests with a 70.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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