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YM05 FTE

2005 Suzuki Jimny

Red Petrol 1328cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 Jun 2023
Tests19 (16 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate84.2%

Mileage

140,110 mi
Last recorded140,110 miles
Recorded on3 Jun 2022
Typical for 2005 Suzuki Jimny55,000 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYM05 FTE
MakeSuzuki
ModelJimny
Year2005
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,328cc

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MOT History

16 pass 3 fail
Pass 3 Jun 2022 140,110 miles

Front bumper damaged but not likely to become detached.

Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output both slightly opaque. (4.1.4 (b))

Nearside Front swivel hub has slight play.

Nearside Rear Outer Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Rear Outer Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Fail 25 May 2022 139,914 miles

Exhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))

Nearside Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced corroded at rear of inner sill (7.1.1 (a) (i))

Offside Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced corroded at rear of inner sill. (7.1.1 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

Front bumper damaged but not likely to become detached.

Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output both slightly opaque. (4.1.4 (b))

Nearside Front swivel hub has slight play.

Nearside Rear Outer Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Rear Outer Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 28 May 2021 131,288 miles

Front bumper damaged but not likely to fall off.

Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output both slightly opaque. (4.1.4 (b))

Items removed from driver's view prior to test Air freshener. ()

Nearside Front outer swivel hub has slight play.

Nearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material across rear axle. (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Rear inner sill corroded out with prescribed area, no loss of stability or control likely to occur.

Fail 28 May 2021 131,288 miles

Front bumper damaged but not likely to fall off.

Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output both slightly opaque. (4.1.4 (b))

Items removed from driver's view prior to test Air freshener. ()

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

Nearside Front outer swivel hub has slight play.

Nearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material across rear axle. (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Rear inner sill corroded out with prescribed area, no loss of stability or control likely to occur.

Pass 11 May 2020 115,594 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases Centre pipe to back box flange corroded (6.1.2 (a))

Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Both (5.2.3 (e))

General under body corrosion

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2mm (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 9 May 2019 104,962 miles
Pass 9 May 2018 90,684 miles

Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced both (1.7.5a)

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

exhaust corroded

general corrosion

rad in poor condition

Pass 26 Apr 2017 77,621 miles

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

coil spring corroded both (2.4.C.1b)

exhaust corroded at back box

Pass 18 May 2016 66,378 miles

Centre exhaust mounting corroded and weak

Pass 6 May 2015 57,130 miles
Fail 1 May 2015 57,124 miles

Offside Front Steering pivot point has excessive play (2.2.B.1g)

Pass 22 Jul 2014 52,789 miles
Pass 2 Jul 2013 48,765 miles
Pass 2 Oct 2012 42,498 miles

rear seat belts not tested seats folded down and covered

Pass 5 Oct 2011 37,371 miles
Pass 6 Dec 2010 25,750 miles
Pass 14 Jun 2010 24,603 miles
Pass 17 Jun 2009 19,492 miles
Pass 4 Jun 2008 14,362 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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YM05 FTE is a 2005 Suzuki Jimny in Red with a 1,328cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.2%.

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 YM05 FTE, 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 YM05 FTE registered?

YM05 FTE is a 2005 Suzuki Jimny, first registered on 15 July 2005.

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