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HG04 HSJ

2004 Suzuki Jimny

Blue Petrol 1328cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires6 Feb 2027
Tests26 (20 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate76.9%

Mileage

98,270 mi
Last recorded98,270 miles
Recorded on29 Jan 2026
Typical for 2004 Suzuki Jimny55,220 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHG04 HSJ
MakeSuzuki
ModelJimny
Year2004
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,328cc

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MOT History

20 pass 6 fail
Pass 29 Jan 2026 98,270 miles

Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output BOTH SIDES (4.1.4 (b))

Offside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

REAR SEATS AND SEATBELTS UNABLE TO BE TESTED

Fail 29 Jan 2026 98,268 miles

Exhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))

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

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

Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output BOTH SIDES (4.1.4 (b))

Offside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

REAR SEATS AND SEATBELTS UNABLE TO BE TESTED

Pass 28 Jan 2025 92,585 miles
Fail 28 Jan 2025 92,585 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Offside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Pass 7 Feb 2024 88,067 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Offside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Fail 29 Jan 2024 88,067 miles

Central Exhaust system insecure (6.1.2 (a))

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))

Rear Exhaust system insecure (6.1.2 (a))

Nearside Rear Seat belt webbing significantly weakened (7.1.2 (b) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Offside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Pass 1 Dec 2022 84,429 miles

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

Pass 1 Dec 2021 80,564 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Offside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Rear exhaust box outer skin

Pass 27 Nov 2020 78,263 miles

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 2 Dec 2019 74,633 miles
Pass 12 Nov 2018 70,406 miles
Pass 23 Nov 2017 65,828 miles
Fail 20 Nov 2017 65,828 miles

Offside Front coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)

Nearside Headlamp has a product on the lens so that the light output is severely reduced (1.7.5a)

Offside Headlamp has a product on the lens so that the light output is severely reduced (1.7.5a)

Pass 16 Nov 2016 61,096 miles

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

Pass 19 Nov 2015 56,155 miles

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

Nearside Front tyre showing age cracking

Offside Front tyre showing age cracking

Pass 20 Nov 2014 50,573 miles
Fail 13 Nov 2014 50,573 miles

Offside Front Axle beam has excessive vertical movement between stub axle and axle beam (2.5.A.1a)

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

Nearside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Offside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

offside front tyre perrished

Pass 20 Nov 2013 44,852 miles

Offside Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

exhaust rusty

oil leak from O/S axle swivel

tyre side walls cracking

Pass 19 Nov 2012 39,723 miles

front axle swivel ball weaping

Pass 7 Nov 2011 33,911 miles
Pass 15 Nov 2010 29,072 miles

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

Fail 18 Nov 2009 24,132 miles

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

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Pass 18 Nov 2009 24,132 miles

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Pass 21 Oct 2008 18,395 miles
Pass 25 Oct 2007 14,330 miles
Pass 21 Nov 2006 9,930 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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HG04 HSJ is a 2004 Suzuki Jimny in Blue with a 1,328cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 26 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.9%.

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 HG04 HSJ, 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 HG04 HSJ registered?

HG04 HSJ is a 2004 Suzuki Jimny, first registered on 15 March 2004.

Is HG04 HSJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for HG04 HSJ shows 26 tests with a 76.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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