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AV04 VYH

2004 Suzuki Jimny

Silver Petrol 1298cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires25 Aug 2026
Tests24 (19 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate79.2%

Mileage

148,669 mi
Last recorded148,669 miles
Recorded on26 Aug 2025
Typical for 2004 Suzuki Jimny55,220 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAV04 VYH
MakeSuzuki
ModelJimny
Year2004
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,298cc

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MOT History

19 pass 5 fail
Pass 26 Aug 2025 148,669 miles
Pass 30 Jul 2024 141,428 miles
Pass 8 Aug 2023 133,580 miles
Pass 9 Aug 2022 126,180 miles

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

Nearside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement swing arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Fail 9 Aug 2022 126,180 miles

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

Offside Rear Position lamp showing white light to the rear (4.2.3 (a) (ii))

Inner Integral body structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security sills (6.2.2 (d) (i))

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

Rear Fuel Pipe/s corroded ()

Rear Integral body structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security boot floor (6.2.2 (d) (i))

Pass 2 Aug 2021 118,669 miles

Spare tyre defective flat ()

Fail 2 Aug 2021 118,669 miles

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Spare tyre defective flat ()

Pass 10 Aug 2020 110,539 miles
Pass 7 Aug 2019 102,406 miles
Pass 9 Aug 2018 94,930 miles
Pass 8 Aug 2017 91,815 miles
Pass 11 Aug 2016 85,758 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Fail 12 Mar 2015 78,772 miles

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

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)

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

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)

Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 12 Mar 2015 78,772 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)

Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 15 Mar 2014 75,568 miles
Pass 10 Jun 2013 65,104 miles

Offside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Fail 6 Jun 2013 65,104 miles

Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)

Offside Front wheel bearing has excessive play (2.5.A.3c)

Offside Windscreen has damage to an area in excess of a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Offside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 9 Jun 2012 56,795 miles
Pass 28 May 2011 52,218 miles

E.M.L on

Fail 28 May 2011 52,218 miles

E.M.L on

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 14 Jun 2010 46,264 miles
Pass 8 May 2009 41,926 miles

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

Pass 28 Mar 2008 33,963 miles
Pass 6 Mar 2007 25,810 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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AV04 VYH is a 2004 Suzuki Jimny in Silver with a 1,298cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 24 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 79.2%.

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 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 AV04 VYH, 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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What year was AV04 VYH registered?

AV04 VYH is a 2004 Suzuki Jimny, first registered on 25 March 2004.

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