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YH05 PLV

2005 Suzuki Jimny

Silver Petrol 1328cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 Mar 2019
Tests13 (12 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.3%

Mileage

106,729 mi
Last recorded106,729 miles
Recorded on27 Feb 2018
Typical for 2005 Suzuki Jimny55,000 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYH05 PLV
MakeSuzuki
ModelJimny
Year2005
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,328cc

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MOT History

12 pass 1 fail
Pass 27 Feb 2018 106,729 miles

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

Nearside Rear brake bind

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

Pass 24 Feb 2017 91,321 miles
Pass 12 Mar 2016 70,118 miles
Pass 24 Oct 2015 67,460 miles

Engine Management Light On.

Pass 20 Oct 2014 58,511 miles

Engine Management Light On.

Pass 15 Oct 2013 46,481 miles

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

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

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

advise n/s wiper blade

Pass 18 Oct 2012 36,206 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.7.5)

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Rear Exhaust Silencer Shield Corroding.

Pass 16 Aug 2011 28,488 miles
Pass 6 Sep 2010 25,631 miles
Pass 19 Feb 2010 21,408 miles
Pass 6 Apr 2009 19,246 miles
Fail 6 Apr 2009 19,246 miles

Offside Windscreen wiper blade insecure (8.2.2)

Pass 7 Apr 2008 17,054 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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YH05 PLV is a 2005 Suzuki Jimny in Silver with a 1,328cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.3%.

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 YH05 PLV, 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 YH05 PLV registered?

YH05 PLV is a 2005 Suzuki Jimny, first registered on 29 March 2005.

Is YH05 PLV safe to buy?

The MOT history for YH05 PLV shows 13 tests with a 92.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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