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H26 HCL

2004 Suzuki Jimny

Silver Petrol 1328cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires31 Mar 2027
Tests20 (15 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

95,255 mi
Last recorded95,255 miles
Recorded on17 Mar 2026
Typical for 2004 Suzuki Jimny55,220 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationH26 HCL
MakeSuzuki
ModelJimny
Year2004
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,328cc

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MOT History

15 pass 5 fail
Pass 17 Mar 2026 95,255 miles
Fail 12 Mar 2026 95,249 miles

Nearside Rear Outer Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords Wall (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Offside Front Axle king pin is loose in the axle beam (BOTH) (5.1.2 (d) (i))

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Outer Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Wall (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 1 Apr 2025 94,857 miles
Pass 9 Oct 2018 91,725 miles

Nearside Rear Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))

oil leak

slight play offside rear wheel

Fail 8 Oct 2018 91,725 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp insecure (4.1.1 (c))

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Rear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced both rear seatbelt mounts under rear seat (7.1.1 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Service brake has no recorded effort at a wheel (1.2.1 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Rear Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))

oil leak

slight play offside rear wheel

Pass 9 Oct 2017 87,545 miles
Fail 4 Oct 2017 87,545 miles

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

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

Pass 26 Sep 2016 86,604 miles
Pass 22 Sep 2015 83,826 miles
Pass 20 Sep 2014 80,434 miles
Pass 28 Sep 2013 77,897 miles
Fail 27 Sep 2013 77,897 miles

Nearside Headlamp insecure (1.7.3)

Oil leak

Fail 31 May 2013 76,960 miles

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

Pass 31 May 2013 76,960 miles
Pass 26 May 2012 69,686 miles
Pass 31 May 2011 62,375 miles
Pass 20 May 2010 57,748 miles
Pass 26 May 2009 50,459 miles
Pass 27 May 2008 42,302 miles
Pass 22 May 2007 33,700 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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H26 HCL is a 2004 Suzuki Jimny in Silver with a 1,328cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 H26 HCL, 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 H26 HCL registered?

H26 HCL is a 2004 Suzuki Jimny, first registered on 28 May 2004.

Is H26 HCL safe to buy?

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