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FH04 VFL

2004 Suzuki Jimny

Silver Petrol 1298cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Jul 2018
Tests16 (10 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate62.5%

Mileage

90,838 mi
Last recorded90,838 miles
Recorded on28 Jul 2017
Typical for 2004 Suzuki Jimny55,220 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFH04 VFL
MakeSuzuki
ModelJimny
Year2004
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,298cc

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MOT History

10 pass 6 fail
Pass 28 Jul 2017 90,838 miles

Front brake pads appear low

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Oil leak ()

wiper blades poor but still clearing screen

Pass 24 Aug 2016 79,567 miles
Fail 23 Aug 2016 79,564 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instructions (4.1.D.1f)

Offside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Pass 4 Sep 2015 79,336 miles

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

Fail 23 Sep 2014 78,511 miles

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

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

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

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

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

engine management light on

engine oil leak

front to rear fuel pipes corroded

Pass 15 Apr 2013 63,130 miles
Fail 15 Apr 2013 63,130 miles

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

Pass 13 Apr 2012 59,822 miles

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

Fail 10 Apr 2012 59,822 miles

Centre Ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

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

Pass 13 Apr 2011 49,635 miles

Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

slight play in off side front wheel bearing

Pass 27 May 2010 44,784 miles

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

Oil leak

Fail 27 May 2010 44,784 miles

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

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

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

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

Oil leak

Pass 5 Jun 2009 39,072 miles
Fail 5 Jun 2009 39,072 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 29 May 2008 30,629 miles

Advise exhaust back box corroded

Pass 5 Jun 2007 22,523 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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FH04 VFL is a 2004 Suzuki Jimny in Silver with a 1,298cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 62.5%.

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 FH04 VFL, 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 FH04 VFL registered?

FH04 VFL is a 2004 Suzuki Jimny, first registered on 21 May 2004.

Is FH04 VFL safe to buy?

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