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YR05 CXX

2005 Suzuki Jimny

Red Petrol 1298cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires19 Apr 2027
Tests22 (19 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate86.4%

Mileage

24,960 mi
Last recorded24,960 miles
Recorded on20 Apr 2026
Typical for 2005 Suzuki Jimny55,000 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYR05 CXX
MakeSuzuki
ModelJimny
Year2005
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,298cc

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MOT History

19 pass 3 fail
Pass 20 Apr 2026 24,960 miles

Rear Passenger seat(s) missing at time of test ()

Pass 10 Apr 2025 24,402 miles
Pass 15 Apr 2024 23,867 miles

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

Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Pass 17 Apr 2023 23,138 miles

Nearside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

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

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

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

Pass 7 Apr 2022 22,361 miles

Nearside Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material on the axle (1.1.11 (c))

Nearside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Rear Passenger seat(s) missing at time of test near and offside ()

Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing near and offside (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Fail 6 Apr 2022 22,358 miles

Nearside Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced (7.1.1 (a) (i))

Offside Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced (7.1.1 (a) (i))

Nearside Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material on the axle (1.1.11 (c))

Nearside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Rear Passenger seat(s) missing at time of test near and offside ()

Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing near and offside (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 15 Apr 2021 21,783 miles
Pass 10 Jul 2019 21,195 miles

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

Rear Passenger seat(s) missing at time of test ()

Pass 17 Jul 2018 20,598 miles
Fail 16 Jul 2018 20,597 miles

Front Brakes imbalanced across an axle 36% (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Pass 28 Jul 2017 20,020 miles
Pass 28 Jul 2016 19,450 miles
Pass 7 Aug 2015 18,787 miles
Pass 11 Aug 2014 18,002 miles
Pass 13 Aug 2013 17,244 miles
Pass 13 Aug 2012 16,496 miles
Pass 22 Aug 2011 15,964 miles
Pass 12 Aug 2010 15,267 miles
Pass 10 Aug 2009 14,605 miles

rear seats permently removed seat belts not tested

Fail 10 Aug 2009 14,605 miles

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

rear seats permently removed seat belts not tested

Pass 19 Aug 2008 13,601 miles

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

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

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

Pass 29 Feb 2008 29,777 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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YR05 CXX is a 2005 Suzuki Jimny in Red with a 1,298cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 86.4%.

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 YR05 CXX, 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 YR05 CXX registered?

YR05 CXX is a 2005 Suzuki Jimny, first registered on 5 March 2005.

Is YR05 CXX safe to buy?

The MOT history for YR05 CXX shows 22 tests with a 86.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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