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DV54 MSX

2004 Suzuki Jimny

Red Petrol 1328cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires10 Jan 2027
Tests27 (20 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate74.1%

Mileage

61,840 mi
Last recorded61,840 miles
Recorded on9 Jan 2026
Typical for 2004 Suzuki Jimny55,220 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDV54 MSX
MakeSuzuki
ModelJimny
Year2004
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,328cc

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MOT History

20 pass 7 fail
Pass 9 Jan 2026 61,840 miles

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

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

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

Pass 3 Jan 2025 59,394 miles

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

Nearside Rear panneling aroud chassis mount holed by corrosion

Offside Rear panneling aroun chassis mount holed by corrosion

Fail 3 Jan 2025 59,394 miles

Nearside Front Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

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

Nearside Rear panneling aroud chassis mount holed by corrosion

Offside Rear panneling aroun chassis mount holed by corrosion

Pass 2 Jan 2024 57,315 miles

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

Coil spring corroded all (5.3.1 (b) (i))

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

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

Offside Rear Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b) (ii))

Pass 4 Jan 2023 54,762 miles

Offside Rear Seat belt slightly damaged (7.1.2 (b) (i))

Pass 10 Jan 2022 52,630 miles
Pass 8 Jan 2021 51,196 miles

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

Fail 8 Jan 2021 51,196 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

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

Pass 8 Jan 2020 49,630 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 11 Jan 2019 48,002 miles
Fail 11 Jan 2019 48,002 miles

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

Pass 6 Feb 2018 46,426 miles
Fail 6 Feb 2018 46,426 miles

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 18 Jan 2017 44,320 miles

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

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

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

Pass 12 Jan 2016 42,486 miles

Nearside Front axle swivel housing slight play

Offside Front axle swivel housing slight ploay

Pass 13 Jan 2015 39,252 miles
Fail 13 Jan 2015 39,252 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 14 Jan 2014 35,224 miles

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

Fail 14 Jan 2014 35,224 miles

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

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Fail 16 Jan 2013 34,503 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 16 Jan 2013 34,503 miles
Pass 17 Jan 2012 27,884 miles
Pass 24 Jan 2011 23,620 miles
Pass 10 Feb 2010 21,900 miles
Pass 11 Feb 2009 16,770 miles
Pass 12 Feb 2008 12,126 miles

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

Pass 2 Nov 2007 11,555 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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DV54 MSX is a 2004 Suzuki Jimny in Red with a 1,328cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 27 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 74.1%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 DV54 MSX, 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 DV54 MSX registered?

DV54 MSX is a 2004 Suzuki Jimny, first registered on 18 November 2004.

Is DV54 MSX safe to buy?

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