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BN04 YCH

2004 Suzuki Jimny

Silver Petrol 1328cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 Feb 2026
Tests20 (18 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate90%

Mileage

125,327 mi
Last recorded125,327 miles
Recorded on10 Feb 2025
Typical for 2004 Suzuki Jimny55,220 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBN04 YCH
MakeSuzuki
ModelJimny
Year2004
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,328cc

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MOT History

18 pass 2 fail
Pass 10 Feb 2025 125,327 miles

Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Steering box has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.3 (a) (i))

Underbody Schultz

Pass 10 Feb 2024 125,045 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

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

Nearside Rear Cab or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security (6.2.2 (d) (i))

Offside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Cab or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security (6.2.2 (d) (i))

Fail 8 Feb 2024 125,043 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

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

Nearside Rear Cab or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security (6.2.2 (d) (i))

Offside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Cab or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security (6.2.2 (d) (i))

Pass 15 Mar 2022 116,508 miles
Pass 5 Mar 2021 112,651 miles
Pass 7 Mar 2020 105,652 miles
Pass 16 Mar 2019 96,620 miles
Pass 19 Mar 2018 88,619 miles
Pass 17 Mar 2017 80,146 miles
Pass 3 Mar 2016 73,915 miles
Pass 2 Mar 2015 67,545 miles
Pass 27 Mar 2014 62,646 miles

Tow ball/hitch not fitted at time of test

exhaust back box corrodded

Fail 21 Mar 2014 62,640 miles

Offside Rear coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)

Tow ball/hitch not fitted at time of test

exhaust back box corrodded

Pass 2 Apr 2013 56,024 miles

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

rear exhaust back box corrodded

Pass 15 Mar 2012 44,744 miles

Offside Front Axle swivel joint has slight play (2.5.A.3b)

Tow ball/hitch not fitted at time of test

Pass 25 Mar 2011 28,057 miles
Pass 11 Mar 2010 10,343 miles
Pass 11 Mar 2009 9,383 miles
Pass 14 Mar 2008 8,006 miles
Pass 31 Mar 2007 6,624 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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BN04 YCH is a 2004 Suzuki Jimny in Silver with a 1,328cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90%.

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 BN04 YCH, 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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BN04 YCH is a 2004 Suzuki Jimny, first registered on 1 March 2004.

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