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DE04 SXZ

2004 Suzuki Jimny

Red Petrol 1328cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires19 Oct 2026
Tests25 (20 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

114,018 mi
Last recorded114,018 miles
Recorded on16 Oct 2025
Typical for 2004 Suzuki Jimny55,220 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDE04 SXZ
MakeSuzuki
ModelJimny
Year2004
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,328cc

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MOT History

20 pass 5 fail
Pass 16 Oct 2025 114,018 miles

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

Passenger seat(s) missing at time of test no rear seats fitted ()

Pass 18 Oct 2024 113,533 miles

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear brake pipe slightly corroded (1.1.11 (c))

Passenger seat(s) missing at time of test no rear seats fitted ()

Fail 18 Oct 2024 113,533 miles

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

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear brake pipe slightly corroded (1.1.11 (c))

Passenger seat(s) missing at time of test no rear seats fitted ()

Pass 18 Oct 2023 111,579 miles
Fail 18 Oct 2023 111,579 miles

Offside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

Pass 20 Oct 2022 107,336 miles

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear (1.1.11 (c))

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

Passenger seat(s) missing at time of test both rear ()

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

Fail 14 Oct 2022 107,300 miles

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))

Nearside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced inner sill corroded & floor (7.1.1 (a) (i))

Offside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced inner sill to floor corroded (7.1.1 (a) (i))

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear (1.1.11 (c))

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

Offside Front cross section corroded by body mount

Offside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Passenger seat(s) missing at time of test both rear ()

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

Pass 15 Oct 2021 102,765 miles

Passenger seat(s) missing at time of test no rear seats fitted ()

Pass 14 Oct 2020 98,736 miles

Passenger seat(s) missing at time of test all rear seats missing ()

Pass 28 Mar 2019 93,947 miles
Pass 18 Apr 2018 92,993 miles
Pass 29 Mar 2017 91,976 miles
Pass 19 Mar 2016 91,193 miles
Pass 12 Mar 2015 85,737 miles
Pass 21 Mar 2014 78,916 miles

Nail in offside front tyre

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

Pass 26 Mar 2013 71,881 miles
Pass 20 Mar 2012 65,997 miles
Pass 7 Mar 2011 53,297 miles
Fail 7 Mar 2011 53,297 miles

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

Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Pass 24 Mar 2010 40,858 miles

front swivels misting in oil

o/s front hub slight movement

Pass 26 Mar 2009 32,629 miles
Pass 17 Mar 2008 26,218 miles

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

near side front ball swivel weaping

Pass 20 Mar 2007 18,567 miles

1. approx 10 % of inner brake discs pitted 2. rear exhaust outer case heavily corroded

Pass 20 Mar 2007 18,563 miles

1. 10% of inner brake discs pitted 2. rear exhaust corroded

Fail 16 Mar 2007 18,501 miles

Nearside Front Axle swivel joint has excessive play (2.5.A.3b) DANGEROUS

note only rear eshaust corroded / approx 5% of inner discs pitted

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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DE04 SXZ is a 2004 Suzuki Jimny in Red with a 1,328cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 25 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 DE04 SXZ, 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 DE04 SXZ registered?

DE04 SXZ is a 2004 Suzuki Jimny, first registered on 30 March 2004.

Is DE04 SXZ safe to buy?

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