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AO54 RBF

2004 Suzuki Jimny

Red Petrol 1298cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Aug 2023
Tests21 (15 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

98,794 mi
Last recorded98,794 miles
Recorded on23 Aug 2022
Typical for 2004 Suzuki Jimny55,220 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAO54 RBF
MakeSuzuki
ModelJimny
Year2004
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,298cc

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MOT History

15 pass 6 fail
Pass 23 Aug 2022 98,794 miles

Battery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear (1.1.11 (c))

Nearside swivel joint damp

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive both floors, chassis rails and floors (5.3.6 (a) (i))

steering / suspension fluid pipes slightly corroded

Pass 22 Dec 2020 96,654 miles
Fail 16 Dec 2020 96,639 miles

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Pass 14 Dec 2019 89,983 miles
Pass 17 Dec 2018 80,862 miles
Fail 8 Dec 2018 80,836 miles

Offside Front Axle king pin is loose in the axle beam (5.1.2 (d) (i))

Offside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded hose (1.1.11 (c))

Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded axle (1.1.11 (c))

Fail 24 Jul 2018 80,695 miles

Offside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Power steering pipe/hose leaking (2.1.5 (a))

Offside Front Axle swivel joint so worn or insecure in a stub axle that directional stability is impaired (5.1.2 (b) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 10 Jul 2017 67,322 miles

Front brakes slight brake judder

Rear Rear wheel bearing has slight play Both (2.6.2)

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit Both (4.1.E.1)

Pass 28 Jul 2016 56,980 miles
Fail 12 Jul 2016 56,879 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)

Front position lamp(s) not working Both front (1.1.A.3b)

Rear exhaust system corroded

Pass 3 Jun 2015 49,645 miles
Fail 3 Jun 2015 49,645 miles

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

Pass 13 Jun 2014 47,046 miles
Pass 23 Jul 2013 46,175 miles

Exhaust system slightly corroded

Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)

N/S/R tyre approching limit

Offside Front Power steering pipe(s) or hose(s) has slight seepage from a seal (2.3.3b)

Slight corrosion on rear suspension components

Pass 12 Jul 2012 45,714 miles

Power steering pipe(s) or hose(s) has slight seepage (2.3.3b)

Pass 13 Jul 2011 43,355 miles
Pass 5 Jul 2010 35,656 miles
Fail 13 Jul 2009 21,255 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 13 Jul 2009 21,255 miles
Pass 6 Oct 2008 18,919 miles
Pass 10 Oct 2007 15,369 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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AO54 RBF is a 2004 Suzuki Jimny in Red with a 1,298cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

Across all 2004 Suzuki Jimny models, the average MOT pass rate is 75.5% with a typical mileage of 55,220 miles. This particular vehicle has a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 AO54 RBF, 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 22 years old, this Suzuki Jimny is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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AO54 RBF is a 2004 Suzuki Jimny, first registered on 30 September 2004.

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