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YK05 KLZ

2005 Suzuki Jimny

Green Petrol 1328cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 Oct 2024
Tests21 (17 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate81%

Mileage

112,325 mi
Last recorded112,325 miles
Recorded on4 Oct 2023
Typical for 2005 Suzuki Jimny55,000 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYK05 KLZ
MakeSuzuki
ModelJimny
Year2005
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,328cc

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MOT History

17 pass 4 fail
Pass 4 Oct 2023 112,325 miles

Central Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases joint (6.1.2 (a))

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Nearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Inner Vehicle structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security (6.2.2 (d) (i))

Fail 4 Oct 2023 112,325 miles

Central Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases joint (6.1.2 (a))

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

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

Nearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Inner Vehicle structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security (6.2.2 (d) (i))

Pass 6 Oct 2022 106,302 miles

Nearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Offside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Pass 7 Oct 2021 102,899 miles

Nearside Inner Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced sill holed (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Nearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Offside Inner Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced sills holed (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Pass 12 Oct 2020 99,025 miles

Corrosion to sills on nearside and offside

Rear exhaust section corroded.

Pass 26 Oct 2019 93,801 miles

Front Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 15 Oct 2018 83,693 miles

surface corrosion throughout

Pass 20 Jun 2017 81,452 miles

both front swivels slight corrosion

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

Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.A.1)

Pass 9 Jun 2016 78,146 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread cracked (6.3.1d)

Nearside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Offside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded to flexi over axle (3.6.B.2c)

Fail 9 Jun 2016 78,146 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread cracked (6.3.1d)

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Nearside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Offside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded to flexi over axle (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 24 Jun 2015 74,799 miles
Pass 26 Jun 2014 71,992 miles

Front brake pipes corroded

Oil leak

Fail 19 Jun 2014 71,919 miles

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

Nearside Front Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

Front brake pipes corroded

Oil leak

Pass 27 Jun 2013 69,105 miles
Pass 5 Feb 2013 65,169 miles
Pass 27 Jan 2012 49,683 miles
Pass 20 Jun 2011 47,284 miles
Pass 7 Jun 2010 40,938 miles
Pass 16 Jun 2009 31,059 miles
Fail 12 Jun 2009 31,059 miles

Centre Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Front brake disc excessively pitted (3.5.1h)

Pass 7 May 2008 24,326 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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YK05 KLZ is a 2005 Suzuki Jimny in Green with a 1,328cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81%.

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 YK05 KLZ, 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 YK05 KLZ registered?

YK05 KLZ is a 2005 Suzuki Jimny, first registered on 31 March 2005.

Is YK05 KLZ safe to buy?

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