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EX04 VLD

2004 Suzuki Jimny

Silver Petrol 1328cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 Jul 2026
Tests23 (19 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate82.6%

Mileage

122,784 mi
Last recorded122,784 miles
Recorded on14 Jul 2026
Typical for 2004 Suzuki Jimny55,220 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEX04 VLD
MakeSuzuki
ModelJimny
Year2004
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,328cc

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MOT History

19 pass 4 fail
Fail 14 Jul 2026 122,784 miles

Nearside Rear Brake drum contaminated (1.1.14 (b))

Nearside Rear Inner Subframe mounting prescribed area excessively damaged significantly reducing structural strength sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Inner Subframe mounting prescribed area excessively damaged significantly reducing structural strength sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))

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

Pass 20 Jun 2025 111,499 miles

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

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

Fail 17 Jun 2025 111,499 miles

Nearside Rear Brake lining(s) contaminated (1.1.13 (b))

Pass 15 Jul 2024 103,240 miles
Fail 12 Jul 2024 103,240 miles

Service brake efficiency below requirements (1.2.2 (a) (i))

Pass 17 Jul 2023 99,372 miles
Pass 5 Jul 2022 98,056 miles

Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing both nearside and offside has slight cracking around outer edges of tread (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing cracking within the tread, not to cords at time of test (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Fail 5 Jul 2022 98,055 miles

Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded front to rear, to flexi (1.1.11 (c))

Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing both nearside and offside has slight cracking around outer edges of tread (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

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

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing cracking within the tread, not to cords at time of test (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 23 Jun 2021 97,409 miles
Pass 17 Jul 2020 95,317 miles
Pass 14 Jun 2019 91,721 miles
Pass 29 May 2018 88,472 miles
Pass 16 Jun 2017 85,285 miles

Front Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Pass 6 Jun 2016 78,916 miles

Front Lower Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded Both have been greased. (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 5 Jun 2015 74,511 miles

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

Nearside Front front brake fluctuating, but not excessively (3.7.B.3)

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

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

Pass 3 Jun 2014 71,794 miles

ENGINE LAMP ON DURING TEST.

REAR EXHAUST SHOWING SOME RUST AND CORROSION

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Pass 3 Jun 2013 69,159 miles

BRAKE STEERING AND SUSPENSION COMPONENTS ARE SHOWING SOME RUST AND DETERIORATION.

ENGINE MANAGEMENT LAMP ON DURING TEST

EXHAUST REAR SILENCER SHOWING SOME RUST AND DETERIORATION AND HAS AN INTERNAL RATTLE.

Rear Lower Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Pass 19 Jun 2012 64,056 miles

REAR EXHAUST SILENCER SHOWING SOME RUST AND DETERIORATION.

Pass 26 Apr 2011 58,767 miles

FRONT SWIVEL HUBS SHOWING SOME DETERIORATION.

Pass 22 Apr 2010 55,452 miles
Pass 22 Apr 2009 44,617 miles
Pass 18 Apr 2008 34,997 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2007 24,916 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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EX04 VLD is a 2004 Suzuki Jimny in Silver with a 1,328cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 82.6%.

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 EX04 VLD, 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 EX04 VLD registered?

EX04 VLD is a 2004 Suzuki Jimny, first registered on 1 March 2004.

Is EX04 VLD safe to buy?

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