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EF 9163

2004 Suzuki Jimny

Black Petrol 1298cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires18 Dec 2026
Tests24 (19 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate79.2%

Mileage

67,526 mi
Last recorded67,526 miles
Recorded on25 Nov 2025
Typical for 2004 Suzuki Jimny55,220 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEF 9163
MakeSuzuki
ModelJimny
Year2004
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,298cc

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MOT History

19 pass 5 fail
Pass 25 Nov 2025 67,526 miles
Pass 30 Nov 2024 63,316 miles
Pass 24 Nov 2023 58,348 miles
Pass 8 Dec 2022 54,561 miles

whole vehicle covered in underseal

Pass 26 Nov 2021 52,455 miles

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

Front Lower Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

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

Pass 17 Dec 2020 52,255 miles

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

Front Lower Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 19 Jun 2019 50,068 miles

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

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

Pass 13 Jun 2018 47,551 miles
Pass 5 Jun 2017 46,321 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)

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

Pass 12 May 2016 45,508 miles
Fail 5 May 2016 45,507 miles

Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)

Pass 6 May 2015 44,570 miles

engine management light is on

Pass 20 May 2014 42,509 miles
Fail 14 Apr 2014 42,493 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)

Pass 7 May 2013 41,358 miles

Items removed from driver's view prior to test

exhaust front pipe/cat corroded

rear bumper has damage

slight bind front brakes

Fail 7 May 2013 41,358 miles

Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)

Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Nearside Rear Direction indicator not working (1.4.A.2c)

Nearside Rear Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Nearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Rear Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Rear registration plate obscured (6.3.1d)

Items removed from driver's view prior to test

exhaust front pipe/cat corroded

rear bumper has damage

slight bind front brakes

Pass 10 May 2012 34,682 miles
Fail 10 May 2012 34,681 miles

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

Nearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

all brake pipes covered in grease

front discs pitted

Pass 6 Sep 2011 32,917 miles

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

Pass 22 Sep 2010 31,586 miles

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

Fail 25 Sep 2009 30,292 miles

Nearside Windscreen wiper blade insecure (8.2.2)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Pass 25 Sep 2009 30,292 miles
Pass 5 Aug 2008 21,304 miles
Pass 27 Jun 2008 21,294 miles

Nearside Front 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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EF 9163 is a 2004 Suzuki Jimny in Black with a 1,298cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 24 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 79.2%.

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 EF 9163, 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 EF 9163 registered?

EF 9163 is a 2004 Suzuki Jimny, first registered on 13 November 2004.

Is EF 9163 safe to buy?

The MOT history for EF 9163 shows 24 tests with a 79.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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