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YP55 LVY

2005 Suzuki Jimny

Silver Petrol 1298cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires28 Nov 2026
Tests21 (18 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

75,168 mi
Last recorded75,168 miles
Recorded on5 Nov 2025
Typical for 2005 Suzuki Jimny55,000 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYP55 LVY
MakeSuzuki
ModelJimny
Year2005
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,298cc

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MOT History

18 pass 3 fail
Pass 5 Nov 2025 75,168 miles

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

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

all metal brake pipes corroded/covered in grease

Pass 7 Nov 2024 73,032 miles

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

Pass 9 Nov 2023 70,699 miles
Fail 3 Nov 2023 70,668 miles

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

Exhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))

Exhaust carbon monoxide content at idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))

Nearside Front Axle swivel pins and bushes swivel pin and/or bush excessively worn (5.1.2 (b) (i))

Pass 1 Nov 2022 68,311 miles
Pass 4 Nov 2021 66,537 miles
Pass 4 Nov 2020 65,083 miles
Pass 13 Nov 2019 63,882 miles
Fail 8 Nov 2019 63,874 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp does not illuminate (1.6 (a))

Pass 23 Nov 2018 62,175 miles

Nearside Front swivel pin bush play

Fail 12 Nov 2018 62,166 miles

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

Nearside Front swivel pin bush play

Pass 8 Nov 2017 60,278 miles
Pass 4 Nov 2016 57,895 miles

both front spheres leaking slightly

Pass 30 Oct 2015 55,346 miles
Pass 7 Nov 2014 52,704 miles
Pass 21 Nov 2013 48,563 miles

rear exhaust deteriorating

Pass 22 Nov 2012 44,476 miles

auxillery belt perishing

Pass 14 Nov 2011 39,325 miles

offside front hub seal leaking and also play in swivel pin

Pass 30 Oct 2010 32,845 miles
Pass 16 Nov 2009 27,407 miles
Pass 8 Nov 2008 20,858 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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YP55 LVY is a 2005 Suzuki Jimny in Silver with a 1,298cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 YP55 LVY, 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

How do I check the history of YP55 LVY?

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What year was YP55 LVY registered?

YP55 LVY is a 2005 Suzuki Jimny, first registered on 28 November 2005.

Is YP55 LVY safe to buy?

The MOT history for YP55 LVY shows 21 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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