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CV04 YJT

2004 Suzuki Jimny

Blue Petrol 1328cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 Feb 2026
Tests17 (14 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate82.4%

Mileage

136,543 mi
Last recorded136,543 miles
Recorded on16 Feb 2025
Typical for 2004 Suzuki Jimny55,220 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationCV04 YJT
MakeSuzuki
ModelJimny
Year2004
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,328cc

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MOT History

14 pass 3 fail
Pass 16 Feb 2025 136,543 miles

Nearside Front inner wheel arch starting to corrode

Nearside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

Nearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

Offside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Rear chassis starting to corrode

Pass 18 Sep 2018 129,061 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

Offside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

Offside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Fail 17 Sep 2018 129,059 miles

Nearside Rear Service brake effort inadequate at a wheel (1.2.1 (a) (i))

Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Rear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Front Windscreen in such a condition that visibility through swept area is seriously affected (3.2 (c) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Axle king pin so loose it is likely to affect directional stability (5.1.2 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

Offside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

Offside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Pass 22 Jun 2018 121,093 miles

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Pass 20 Jun 2017 101,751 miles
Pass 18 Mar 2016 100,522 miles

slight corrosion to under side rear of vehicle

Fail 24 Nov 2014 86,372 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

SLIGHT CORROSION Q/S REAR BRAKE BACK PLATE

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 24 Nov 2014 86,372 miles

SLIGHT CORROSION Q/S REAR BRAKE BACK PLATE

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 28 Nov 2013 76,214 miles
Pass 6 Dec 2012 65,826 miles
Pass 18 Oct 2011 48,253 miles
Pass 7 Jul 2011 53,226 miles
Pass 28 Sep 2010 49,538 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Rear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

plastic covers on both sills

Fail 28 Sep 2010 49,538 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has negligible damping effect (2.7.5)

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Rear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

plastic covers on both sills

Pass 28 Sep 2009 44,309 miles

Rear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Pass 2 Sep 2008 38,699 miles

Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Rear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Pass 23 Aug 2007 35,179 miles

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

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

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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CV04 YJT is a 2004 Suzuki Jimny in Blue with a 1,328cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 82.4%.

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 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 CV04 YJT, 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 CV04 YJT registered?

CV04 YJT is a 2004 Suzuki Jimny, first registered on 26 March 2004.

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