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GY04 JKN

2004 Suzuki Jimny

Red Petrol 1328cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires4 Apr 2027
Tests23 (20 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate87%

Mileage

100,535 mi
Last recorded100,535 miles
Recorded on27 Mar 2026
Typical for 2004 Suzuki Jimny55,220 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGY04 JKN
MakeSuzuki
ModelJimny
Year2004
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,328cc

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MOT History

20 pass 3 fail
Pass 27 Mar 2026 100,535 miles

Central Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Central Oil leak, but not excessive GEARBOX (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Nearside Front KING PIN SEAL LEAKING

Outer sill covers fitted unable to fully inspect for potential corrosion or damage

Rear Fuel Pipe/s corroded ()

Towball/hitch not fitted at time of test

Pass 14 Mar 2025 95,398 miles

Central Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material offside (1.1.11 (c))

Fuel pipes corroded

Outer sill covers fitted unable to fully inspect for potential corrosion or damage

Towball/hitch not fitted at time of test ()

Pass 5 Apr 2024 90,907 miles

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear pipe towards back slightly corroded (1.1.11 (c))

Fuel Pipe/s corroded ()

Fail 23 Mar 2024 90,707 miles

Nearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

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

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear pipe towards back slightly corroded (1.1.11 (c))

Fuel Pipe/s corroded ()

Offside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive inner sill (7.1.1 (a) (i))

Pass 24 Mar 2023 85,945 miles

Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material all (1.1.11 (c))

Rear Passenger seat(s) missing at time of test ()

Rear Prop shaft joint worn, but not excessively (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Pass 25 Mar 2022 80,816 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive gearbox (8.4.1 (a) (i))

both rear tyres worn low and deteriorated

exhaust deteriorated

Pass 26 Mar 2021 76,415 miles

Offside Rear tyre has screw in the shoulder

rear seats not presented

Fail 26 Mar 2021 76,415 miles

Offside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear tyre has screw in the shoulder

rear seats not presented

Pass 24 Mar 2020 73,232 miles

front and rear springs corroded

rear seats not presented

Pass 21 Mar 2019 69,914 miles
Pass 23 Mar 2018 67,814 miles
Pass 28 Mar 2017 66,731 miles

Front Anti-roll bar has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Rear Valve stem slightly damaged both (4.1.D.1e)

both swivel joints leaking

rear tyres are a different size to the front but same across the axle

Pass 24 Mar 2016 63,161 miles
Pass 28 Mar 2015 54,994 miles
Pass 29 Mar 2014 47,936 miles

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

nearside Windscreen wiper is very poor close to excessive

rear Exhaust mount broken

Pass 6 Mar 2013 39,384 miles

Only one front passenger seat is fitted. Rear seats have been removed

Pass 6 Mar 2012 35,660 miles
Pass 9 Mar 2011 32,116 miles

Both rear seats not fitted - unable to test seat belts.

Pass 4 Mar 2010 27,886 miles
Pass 5 Mar 2009 23,607 miles
Fail 5 Mar 2009 23,607 miles

Nearside Front brake disc excessively pitted (3.5.1h)

Pass 4 Mar 2008 19,451 miles

Nail in nearside rear tyre

Nearside Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

nearside rear and offside rear seats missing unable to check operation of seat belts

Pass 7 Mar 2007 15,331 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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GY04 JKN is a 2004 Suzuki Jimny in Red with a 1,328cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87%.

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 GY04 JKN, 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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GY04 JKN is a 2004 Suzuki Jimny, first registered on 12 March 2004.

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