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V8 FBR

2004 Suzuki Jimny

Silver Petrol 1328cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires3 Sep 2026
Tests20 (19 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate95%

Mileage

57,991 mi
Last recorded57,991 miles
Recorded on4 Sep 2025
Typical for 2004 Suzuki Jimny55,220 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationV8 FBR
MakeSuzuki
ModelJimny
Year2004
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,328cc

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MOT History

19 pass 1 fail
Pass 4 Sep 2025 57,991 miles

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

Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule Ferrules on ABS block. (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Nearside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))

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

Nearside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))

Nearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Nearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))

Offside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))

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

Offside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Front Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))

Offside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Offside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))

Pass 22 May 2024 57,341 miles

most suspension components covered in surface corrosion

most suspension rubber mountings etc are becoming perished

Pass 24 May 2023 56,934 miles
Pass 21 Apr 2022 56,086 miles
Pass 30 Apr 2021 54,924 miles
Pass 6 May 2020 53,958 miles

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

Pass 29 Mar 2019 50,870 miles
Pass 4 Apr 2018 47,365 miles

Nearside Front Trailing arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)

Nearside Rear Trailing arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)

Offside Rear Trailing arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Steering box has a slight oil leak (2.2.D.2e)

oil on brake servo , no visible leak

Fail 3 Apr 2018 47,365 miles

Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)

Rear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Nearside Front Trailing arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)

Nearside Rear Trailing arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)

Offside Rear Trailing arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Steering box has a slight oil leak (2.2.D.2e)

oil on brake servo , no visible leak

Pass 12 Apr 2017 43,882 miles
Pass 4 Apr 2016 38,200 miles
Pass 21 Apr 2015 33,172 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

nearside rear tyre perishing

offside rear tyre perishing

Pass 12 Mar 2014 28,244 miles
Pass 20 Mar 2013 23,536 miles
Pass 15 Mar 2012 20,109 miles

Offside front brake juddering slightly (3.7.A.2b)

Vehicle's internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights

nearside front wiper blade end split.

rear silencer casing deteriorated,heat shield loose.

Pass 17 Mar 2011 15,674 miles
Pass 5 Mar 2010 11,855 miles
Pass 10 Mar 2009 10,522 miles
Pass 20 Mar 2008 74,525 miles
Pass 23 Mar 2007 5,513 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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V8 FBR 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 95%.

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 V8 FBR, 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 V8 FBR registered?

V8 FBR is a 2004 Suzuki Jimny, first registered on 24 March 2004.

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