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GJ04 LRZ

2004 Suzuki Jimny

Silver Petrol 1328cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 Mar 2026
Tests21 (19 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate90.5%

Mileage

86,343 mi
Last recorded86,343 miles
Recorded on27 Mar 2026
Typical for 2004 Suzuki Jimny55,220 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGJ04 LRZ
MakeSuzuki
ModelJimny
Year2004
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,328cc

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MOT History

19 pass 2 fail
Fail 27 Mar 2026 86,343 miles

Front Inner Brake disc significantly and obviously worn face of disc (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Service brake grabbing severely (1.2.1 (c))

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

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

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

Front Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced front panel ends below headlamps (6.1.1 (c) (i))

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

Nearside Rear Upper Coil spring mounting corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Front Brake servo damaged but function not impaired corroded (1.1.3 (e))

Offside Rear Upper Coil spring mounting corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened tie arm (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Rear boot floor corroded badly

Pass 7 Mar 2025 83,242 miles

Central Outer Cab or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security rear both sides (6.2.2 (d) (i))

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Outer Cab or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security mount bellow A pillar requires attention (6.2.2 (d) (i))

Offside Front Outer Cab or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security mount bellow A pillar requires attention (6.2.2 (d) (i))

vacuum pipes corroded front axle

Pass 8 Mar 2024 80,867 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Front vacuum pipes across front axle corroded

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

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

Rear Suspension rod corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 20 Mar 2023 76,785 miles
Pass 7 Mar 2022 74,861 miles
Pass 5 Mar 2021 74,586 miles

Central Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 28 Feb 2020 74,393 miles
Pass 6 Mar 2019 73,077 miles
Pass 14 Mar 2018 72,243 miles
Pass 14 Mar 2017 70,777 miles

Offside front hub/sphere has play recommend attention.

Pass 14 Mar 2016 69,481 miles

Offside front hub oil seal slight wear/leak.

Pass 17 Mar 2015 68,209 miles
Pass 11 Mar 2014 66,175 miles

Exhaust slight blow at front.

Pass 15 Mar 2013 61,567 miles

Nearside Front Axle swivel joint has slight movement between a swivel joint and its housing (2.5.A.1b)

Pass 19 Mar 2012 56,743 miles

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

Pass 26 Feb 2011 51,771 miles
Pass 22 Mar 2010 45,302 miles
Fail 10 Mar 2010 44,947 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

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

Rear An item not tested (Manual)

Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Pass 14 Mar 2009 38,011 miles
Pass 22 Mar 2008 28,585 miles
Pass 10 Mar 2007 98,128 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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GJ04 LRZ is a 2004 Suzuki Jimny in Silver with a 1,328cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.5%.

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 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 GJ04 LRZ, 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 GJ04 LRZ registered?

GJ04 LRZ is a 2004 Suzuki Jimny, first registered on 17 March 2004.

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