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FB04 EFA

2004 Suzuki Jimny

Blue Petrol 1328cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Feb 2024
Tests23 (16 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate69.6%

Mileage

86,278 mi
Last recorded86,278 miles
Recorded on23 Feb 2023
Typical for 2004 Suzuki Jimny55,220 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFB04 EFA
MakeSuzuki
ModelJimny
Year2004
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,328cc

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MOT History

16 pass 7 fail
Pass 23 Feb 2023 86,278 miles

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

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

Nearside Rear inner wheel arch corroded

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

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

Offside Rear inner wheel arch corroded

chassis legs corroded

complete under body including suspension components and brake pipes covered in under seal

oil leak on transfer box

Fail 4 Jan 2023 86,265 miles

Central Rear Upper Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength boot floor (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Nearside Rear Lower Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength inner sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Upper Integral body structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting (6.2.2 (d) (i))

Offside Front Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

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

Offside Rear Upper Integral body structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting (6.2.2 (d) (i))

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

Nearside Front Integral body structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security (6.2.2 (d) (i))

Nearside Front Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

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

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing corroded (5.3.2 (b))

Nearside Rear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

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

Offside Front Integral body structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security (6.2.2 (d) (i))

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

Offside Front Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

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

Offside Rear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive transfer box (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 24 Jan 2022 82,027 miles

Integral body structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security Boot floor (6.2.2 (d) (i))

Fail 24 Jan 2022 82,027 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Integral body structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security Boot floor (6.2.2 (d) (i))

Pass 14 Jan 2021 79,765 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases Under bonnet (6.1.2 (a))

Fuel pipes badly corroded

Fail 13 Jan 2021 79,765 miles

Brake pipe excessively corroded Off side front to rear (1.1.11 (c))

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases Under bonnet (6.1.2 (a))

Fuel pipes badly corroded

Pass 22 Jan 2020 77,854 miles

Coil spring corroded All 4 (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Fuel Pipe/s corroded ()

Unable to check engine oil due to dipstick broken

Fail 22 Jan 2020 77,854 miles

Coil spring corroded All 4 (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Fuel Pipe/s corroded ()

Offside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Unable to check engine oil due to dipstick broken

Pass 14 Jan 2019 70,814 miles

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

Pass 15 Jan 2018 65,856 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases front/manifold (7.1.2)

fuel pipes corroded

Pass 5 Jan 2017 62,703 miles

fuel pipes corroded

Fail 5 Jan 2017 62,703 miles

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

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

fuel pipes corroded

Pass 22 Jan 2016 59,415 miles

Brake pipe slightly corroded both rear axle brake pipes (3.6.B.2c)

off side front swivel hub leaking

Fail 20 Jan 2016 59,415 miles

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

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Brake pipe slightly corroded both rear axle brake pipes (3.6.B.2c)

off side front swivel hub leaking

Pass 8 Dec 2014 55,879 miles
Pass 19 Nov 2013 51,911 miles
Pass 10 Jan 2013 43,755 miles

n/s front brake low efficiency

some underbody rust

Pass 2 Jun 2011 29,779 miles

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

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

front pads about 3mm

some underbody rust

sump rusty

Pass 1 Jun 2010 22,464 miles
Pass 27 Jul 2009 19,198 miles
Fail 24 Jul 2008 14,639 miles

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

Pass 24 Jul 2008 14,639 miles
Pass 25 Jul 2007 10,668 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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FB04 EFA is a 2004 Suzuki Jimny in Blue with a 1,328cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 69.6%.

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 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 FB04 EFA, 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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FB04 EFA is a 2004 Suzuki Jimny, first registered on 17 August 2004.

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