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YG05 FCU

2005 Suzuki Jimny

Black Petrol 1328cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires14 Jan 2027
Tests19 (18 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.7%

Mileage

74,917 mi
Last recorded74,917 miles
Recorded on15 Jan 2026
Typical for 2005 Suzuki Jimny55,000 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYG05 FCU
MakeSuzuki
ModelJimny
Year2005
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,328cc

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MOT History

18 pass 1 fail
Pass 15 Jan 2026 74,917 miles

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

Pass 29 Nov 2024 73,116 miles
Pass 4 Dec 2023 71,395 miles

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

Fail 2 Dec 2023 71,393 miles

Exhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))

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

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

Pass 5 Dec 2022 68,225 miles
Pass 30 Nov 2021 65,878 miles
Pass 10 Nov 2020 64,208 miles

Offside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 23 Apr 2019 61,189 miles
Pass 17 Apr 2018 60,042 miles
Pass 21 Apr 2017 58,031 miles

Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Pass 22 Apr 2016 55,273 miles
Pass 13 Apr 2015 52,407 miles

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

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 15 Apr 2014 49,860 miles
Pass 17 Apr 2013 44,277 miles

both rear tyres has cracks on side wall and treads

Pass 17 Apr 2012 39,299 miles

Both Rear tyre have cracks on threds and outer wall

Both front tyre have cracks on threds and outer wall

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

Nearside Front Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Pass 20 Apr 2011 33,907 miles
Pass 20 Apr 2010 28,310 miles
Pass 31 Mar 2009 22,295 miles
Pass 21 Apr 2008 17,477 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 FCU is a 2005 Suzuki Jimny in Black with a 1,328cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.7%.

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 YG05 FCU, 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 FCU registered?

YG05 FCU is a 2005 Suzuki Jimny, first registered on 22 March 2005.

Is YG05 FCU safe to buy?

The MOT history for YG05 FCU shows 19 tests with a 94.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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