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BG53 LKC

2004 Suzuki Jimny

Red Petrol 1328cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 Jul 2016
Tests14 (11 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate78.6%

Mileage

92,346 mi
Last recorded92,346 miles
Recorded on10 Jul 2015
Typical for 2004 Suzuki Jimny55,220 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBG53 LKC
MakeSuzuki
ModelJimny
Year2004
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,328cc

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MOT History

11 pass 3 fail
Pass 10 Jul 2015 92,346 miles

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

Pass 11 Jul 2014 83,260 miles
Pass 29 Aug 2013 74,919 miles
Pass 15 Jul 2013 74,610 miles

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

Pass 20 Jun 2012 70,411 miles
Fail 15 Jun 2012 70,411 miles

Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Nearside Axle swivel joint has excessive movement between a swivel joint and its housing (2.5.A.1b)

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

Pass 22 Feb 2012 70,233 miles
Pass 13 Jan 2011 66,050 miles
Fail 5 Jan 2011 65,899 miles

Rear Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Pass 12 Jan 2010 58,510 miles

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

Pass 26 Nov 2008 38,486 miles
Fail 20 Nov 2008 38,481 miles

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

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

Pass 16 Jan 2008 30,908 miles
Pass 9 Jan 2007 19,302 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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BG53 LKC is a 2004 Suzuki Jimny in Red with a 1,328cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.6%.

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 BG53 LKC, 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 BG53 LKC registered?

BG53 LKC is a 2004 Suzuki Jimny, first registered on 19 January 2004.

Is BG53 LKC safe to buy?

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