2005 Suzuki Wagon-R+ 1.3L Petrol · SL05 UMJ
2005 Suzuki Wagon-R+ (1.3L, petrol). First registered 31 Mar 2005. Recorded mileage 90,143 miles. MOT valid until 13 Oct 2027.
- Make & Model
- SUZUKI WAGON-R+
- Year / Origin
- 2005 · Edinburgh
- Safety Recall
- Unknown
- MOT Status
- Valid until 13 Oct 2027
- Road Tax
- —
- Recorded Mileage
- 90,143 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- Check Required (Pre-Euro 4 Petrol)
- Fuel & Engine
- Petrol · 1.3L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
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SL05 UMJ Key Findings
- 24 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 13/10/2026
- 90,143 miles recorded at latest MOT
- 5 historical MOT failures
- 2 defects noted at the latest MOT
- Recurring brakes items (24 mentions)
Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.
SL05 UMJ MOT History
Interpretation generated from the recorded test data above — not an official DVSA statement and not a substitute for an independent inspection.
24 MOT tests are recorded for this 2005 Suzuki Wagon-R+ (SL05 UMJ) between March 2008 and October 2026.
The record contains 19 passes and 5 failures.
The most recent test on 13 October 2026 was a pass, although the earlier record includes 5 failures that buyers may want to investigate.
Across all tests, the most frequently flagged areas are: Brakes (24 issues), Tyres (13 issues), Windscreen (7 issues), Exhaust & Emissions (4 issues), Suspension (3 issues). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.
In total 45 advisory notices are recorded. Advisories flag items that passed but may need attention before the next test; they are not evidence of how well the vehicle has been serviced.
Recorded failure items include: “Nearside Front Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii))”; “Offside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))”; “Offside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))”.
SL05 UMJ Mileage History
- 26/03/20086,415 mi
- 17/03/20098,042 mi+1,627 mi
- 26/03/201010,798 mi+2,756 mi
- 25/03/201112,684 mi+1,886 mi
- 19/03/201215,303 mi+2,619 mi
- 18/03/201317,675 mi+2,372 mi
- 18/03/201317,676 mi+1 mi
- 20/03/201418,997 mi+1,321 mi
- 23/03/201519,905 mi+908 mi
- 30/09/201622,590 mi+2,685 mi
- 20/09/201723,580 mi+990 mi
- 06/10/201827,905 mi+4,325 mi
- 01/10/201939,974 mi+12,069 mi
- 02/10/202048,042 mi+8,068 mi
- 13/10/202154,598 mi+6,556 mi
- 15/10/202259,529 mi+4,931 mi
- 04/10/202366,554 mi+7,025 mi
- 04/10/202366,554 mi
- 15/10/202474,628 mi+8,074 mi
- 15/10/202474,628 mi
- 13/10/202581,778 mi+7,150 mi
- 15/10/202581,826 mi+48 mi
- 13/10/202690,143 mi+8,317 mi
- 13/10/202690,143 mi
Average of roughly 4,514 miles per year across 24 recorded odometer readings.
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Known faults for Suzuki Suzuki Wagon R+
Our database tracks 3 specific mechanical faults and recurring failure patterns identified across UK MOT testing stations for this generation.
MOT Roadworthiness: Below Average
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- Rear Axle Beam and Suspension Mount CorrosionSerious
The tubular rear axle beam and trailing arm mounting brackets on the second-generation Wagon R+ are prone to severe structural corrosion in the wet and salty UK climate. Road salt and water thrown up from the rear tyres collect in the spring seat cups and welded seams of the rear beam. Over time, internal rust flakes and structural thinning weaken the axle mounting structure, resulting in cracked weld seams, dangerous suspension misalignment, and automatic MOT test failure.
- EGR Valve Carbon Clogging (1.3 G13BB / M13A)Moderate
On the 1.3-litre petrol engines, the exhaust gas recirculation (EGR) valve frequently becomes choked with carbon soot, especially on vehicles predominantly used for short urban shopping journeys. When carbon deposits prevent the valve pintle from sealing properly, exhaust gas leaks into the intake manifold at idle and low engine speeds. This causes hunting idle revs, stumbling under gentle acceleration, engine stalling at traffic junctions, and elevated emissions.
- Manual Gearbox Fifth Gear Pop-Out and Synchro WearModerate
The five-speed manual transmission fitted to the Wagon R+ can develop wear on the fifth gear synchroniser ring and selector hub engagement teeth. Because fifth gear sits at the outer end of the gearbox casing where lubrication can become marginal during prolonged low-fluid running, the engagement dogs round off over high mileage. Under acceleration or when releasing the throttle in fifth gear, the gear lever will abruptly kick or pop out into neutral.
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