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BT04 VCN

2004 Suzuki Jimny

Red Petrol 1298cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 May 2025
Tests18 (16 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

51,029 mi
Last recorded51,029 miles
Recorded on24 Apr 2024
Typical for 2004 Suzuki Jimny55,220 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBT04 VCN
MakeSuzuki
ModelJimny
Year2004
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,298cc

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MOT History

16 pass 2 fail
Pass 24 Apr 2024 51,029 miles
Pass 4 May 2023 46,705 miles

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Cracking in tread (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

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

Pass 25 Apr 2022 42,371 miles
Pass 8 May 2021 41,136 miles
Pass 9 May 2020 40,353 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

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

Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 8 Jul 2017 40,307 miles

Front front brake pads getting low

Pass 10 Jun 2016 31,520 miles
Fail 9 Jun 2016 31,520 miles

Nearside Front front brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Nearside Rear Nail in tyre ()

Pass 2 Jul 2015 22,938 miles
Pass 26 Jun 2014 12,910 miles

n/s front tyre wearing thin on outer edge

o/s front disc corroded slightly

Pass 25 Jun 2013 11,110 miles

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

Items removed from driver's view prior to test

Nail in offside rear tyre

Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

exhaust back box corroded

Pass 5 Jul 2012 9,131 miles
Pass 30 Jun 2011 6,859 miles
Pass 7 Jul 2010 4,270 miles
Pass 30 Jun 2009 2,285 miles
Pass 1 Jul 2008 1,844 miles
Fail 1 Jul 2008 1,844 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 10 Jul 2007 1,479 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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BT04 VCN is a 2004 Suzuki Jimny in Red with a 1,298cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

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 BT04 VCN, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was BT04 VCN registered?

BT04 VCN is a 2004 Suzuki Jimny, first registered on 30 May 2004.

Is BT04 VCN safe to buy?

The MOT history for BT04 VCN shows 18 tests with a 88.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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