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FA04 BPK

2004 Suzuki Jimny

Blue Petrol 1328cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires21 Jul 2027
Tests27 (20 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate74.1%

Mileage

80,417 mi
Last recorded80,417 miles
Recorded on22 Jul 2026
Typical for 2004 Suzuki Jimny55,220 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFA04 BPK
MakeSuzuki
ModelJimny
Year2004
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,328cc

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MOT History

20 pass 7 fail
Pass 22 Jul 2026 80,417 miles

various parts of vehicle underside covered with underseal

Fail 4 Jul 2026 80,415 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))

Brake performance unable to be tested (1.2.1 (g))

Offside Obligatory mirror does not provide a view to the rear (3.3 (c))

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Hydraulic brake cylinder leaking and braking performance affected (1.1.16 (b) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Suspension component mounting repair covered in underseal various (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Fail 27 Jan 2026 79,373 miles

Front Brakes imbalanced across an axle (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Headlamp light source and lamp not compatible both (4.1.4 (c))

Nearside Front Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced body mount behind wheel (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Nearside Front Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced body mount under headlight (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Nearside Front Suspension component pin or bush excessively worn upper and lower tractor housing bushings (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Inner Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced rear of arch area (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Nearside Rear Inner Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced outrigger, rear of arch (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Offside Front Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced body mount behind wheel (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Offside Front Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced body mount under headlight (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Offside Rear Inner Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced rear of arch area (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Offside Rear Inner Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Offside Rear Inner Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced outrigger, rear of arch (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Offside Rear Wheel bearing slightly noisy (5.1.3 (b) (i))

Rear Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced surface corrosion through out, factory fitted covers obstructing outer sills, lower boot pan holed but repaired from inside (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Rear Passenger seat(s) missing at time of test

Rear Upper Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive spring seat/ bump stop area on both sides (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Pass 18 Jan 2025 77,880 miles

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

Front Windscreen wiper blade defective both (3.4 (b) (i))

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

Nearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Pass 20 Jan 2024 76,604 miles

Nearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Pass 21 Jan 2023 75,059 miles

Nearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Pass 29 Jan 2022 73,502 miles

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

Nearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

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

Nearside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

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

Offside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 20 Jan 2021 71,314 miles

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

Nearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

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

Nearside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

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

Pass 23 Jan 2020 68,926 miles

Nearside Front Suspension component pin or bush slightly worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

all brake pipes under sealed

boot floor slightly corroded

Pass 16 Jan 2019 66,212 miles
Pass 6 Nov 2017 63,494 miles

Offside Rear Trailing arm synthetic bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear tyre cracking on sidewall

rear exhaust clamp rusty

Fail 1 Nov 2017 63,492 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

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

Nearside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)

Offside Front Body or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)

Offside Front Body or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)

Offside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Rear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (3.7.B.5b)

Offside Rear Trailing arm synthetic bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear tyre cracking on sidewall

corrosion on various areas on underside of vehicle

front coil springs rusty

rear exhaust clamp rusty

Pass 2 Sep 2016 62,159 miles

Front hub seal covers corroded

Nearside Front tyre worn outer edge

Offside Rear axle hub oil seal leaking

Fail 26 Aug 2016 62,110 miles

Nearside Rear Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)

Service brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Front hub seal covers corroded

Nearside Front tyre worn outer edge

Offside Rear axle hub oil seal leaking

Pass 24 Aug 2015 59,910 miles

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

rear brake back plates corroded

Fail 12 Aug 2015 59,852 miles

Centre Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

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

Offside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

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

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

rear brake back plates corroded

Pass 19 Aug 2014 57,268 miles

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

both rear brake backing plates corroded but not seriously weakened

Pass 4 Sep 2013 55,165 miles

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

Fail 28 Aug 2013 55,146 miles

Rear Body or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)

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

Pass 21 Aug 2012 52,139 miles

front brakes binding slightly and n/s/f brake disc worn

Fail 20 Aug 2012 52,139 miles

Emissions not tested (7.0)

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

front brakes binding slightly and n/s/f brake disc worn

Pass 22 Aug 2011 49,694 miles
Pass 2 Sep 2010 47,156 miles

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

Pass 1 Sep 2009 44,374 miles
Pass 26 Jun 2009 43,679 miles
Pass 24 Jun 2008 38,160 miles
Pass 20 Jun 2007 27,952 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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FA04 BPK is a 2004 Suzuki Jimny in Blue 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 FA04 BPK, 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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FA04 BPK is a 2004 Suzuki Jimny, first registered on 26 June 2004.

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