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GJ54 VAA

2004 Suzuki Jimny

Red Petrol 1328cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Nov 2025
Tests21 (18 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

76,335 mi
Last recorded76,335 miles
Recorded on27 Nov 2025
Typical for 2004 Suzuki Jimny55,220 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGJ54 VAA
MakeSuzuki
ModelJimny
Year2004
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,328cc

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MOT History

18 pass 3 fail
Fail 27 Nov 2025 76,335 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp does not illuminate (1.6 (a))

Pass 5 Nov 2024 71,618 miles

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

Lower Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive all (7.1.1 (a) (i))

Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive all (5.3.6 (a) (i))

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

Pass 29 Nov 2023 69,424 miles
Pass 15 Sep 2022 69,128 miles

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

Lower Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive all (7.1.1 (a) (i))

Fail 13 Sep 2022 69,122 miles

Offside Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced inner sill (7.1.1 (a) (i))

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

Lower Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive all (7.1.1 (a) (i))

Pass 7 Sep 2021 68,708 miles
Pass 8 Sep 2020 67,765 miles

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

Front brakes slight judder

Offside Inner sill has corrosion

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

exhaust deteriorating

under body corrosion

Pass 20 Sep 2019 65,562 miles

Front brakes slight judder

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

exhaust deteriorating

offside inner sill corroded

under body corrosion

Pass 25 Sep 2018 61,859 miles

Rear exhaust deteriorated

possible abs fault

Fail 25 Sep 2018 61,859 miles

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Rear exhaust deteriorated

possible abs fault

Pass 8 Sep 2017 56,915 miles

offside front and both rear tyres starting to wear low and slight cracking

rear exhaust deteriorating

Pass 9 Sep 2016 52,069 miles

front brake pads wearing low

rear exhaust deteriorating

Pass 23 Sep 2015 47,346 miles

Rear exhaust deteriorating

Pass 5 Sep 2014 41,083 miles

rear exhaust deteriorated

Pass 11 Sep 2013 38,243 miles

rear exhaust deteriorating

Pass 6 Sep 2012 35,053 miles

rear exhaust deteriorating

Pass 26 Sep 2011 32,073 miles

Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Pass 3 Sep 2010 28,211 miles

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

Pass 25 Sep 2009 24,563 miles

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

Pass 26 Sep 2008 19,931 miles

Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

all four tyre starting to perish

Pass 8 Sep 2007 15,075 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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GJ54 VAA is a 2004 Suzuki Jimny in Red with a 1,328cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 GJ54 VAA, 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 GJ54 VAA registered?

GJ54 VAA is a 2004 Suzuki Jimny, first registered on 30 September 2004.

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