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WG54 BVN

2004 Suzuki Jimny

Turquoise Petrol 1298cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 Jul 2024
Tests23 (14 pass, 9 fail)
Pass rate60.9%

Mileage

70,301 mi
Last recorded70,301 miles
Recorded on4 Dec 2024
Typical for 2004 Suzuki Jimny55,220 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWG54 BVN
MakeSuzuki
ModelJimny
Year2004
ColourTurquoise
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,298cc

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MOT History

14 pass 9 fail
Fail 4 Dec 2024 70,301 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))

Brake pipe excessively corroded Front to back (1.1.11 (c))

Emissions unable to be completed (8.2.1.2 (d))

Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect Both sides (4.1.2 (c))

Offside Front Anti-lock braking system wheel speed sensor excessively damaged (1.6 (c))

Offside Front Anti-lock braking system wiring excessively damaged (1.6 (d))

Offside Front Headlamp lens seriously defective (4.1.1 (b) (ii))

Service brake efficiency below requirements (1.2.2 (a) (i))

Offside Front Upper Shock absorbers likely to become detached (5.3.2 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Front Steering box leaking oil (2.1.1 (e) (i))

metal brake pipes replaced with rubber pipes

Pass 7 Jul 2023 68,680 miles

Tyre wheel/tyre protruding beyond wheel arch (5.2.3 (f))

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 21 Jul 2022 63,014 miles

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Fail 27 Jan 2022 63,007 miles

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

Offside Rear Integral body structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting x 2 (6.2.2 (d) (i))

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Offside Indicator switch faulty (4.4.2 (a) (i))

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

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

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 18 Jan 2021 59,922 miles
Fail 18 Jan 2021 59,922 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 6 Feb 2018 59,629 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has slight corrosion to the casing (2.7.2a)

Nearside Rear Fuel Pipe/s corroded

Offside Front Shock absorber has slight corrosion to the casing (2.7.2a)

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

Fail 1 Feb 2018 59,626 miles

Nearside Rear Brake back plate(s) securing device excessively deteriorated (3.5.1j)

Nearside Front Shock absorber has slight corrosion to the casing (2.7.2a)

Nearside Rear Fuel Pipe/s corroded

Offside Front Shock absorber has slight corrosion to the casing (2.7.2a)

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

Pass 8 Mar 2017 56,929 miles

Fuel Pipe/s corroded

Nearside Front Shock absorber has slight corrosion to the casing (2.7.2a)

Offside Front Shock absorber has slight corrosion to the casing (2.7.2a)

Fail 27 Feb 2017 56,884 miles

Central Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

Nearside Front Seat belt damaged sufficient to significantly weakened the webbing (5.2.2a)

Offside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Fuel Pipe/s corroded

Nearside Front Shock absorber has slight corrosion to the casing (2.7.2a)

Offside Front Shock absorber has slight corrosion to the casing (2.7.2a)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Pass 8 Jan 2016 54,636 miles

Nearside Front Seat belt cut but webbing not significantly weakened (5.2.2a)

outer sill covers fitted

Fail 5 Jan 2016 54,636 miles

Front Body has a sharp edge caused by damage (6.1.C.1)

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

Front Panhard rod damaged and seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

Nearside Front Valve stem seriously damaged (4.1.D.1e)

Nearside Front front brake excessively fluctuating (3.7.B.3)

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Valve stem seriously damaged (4.1.D.1e)

Offside Front front brake excessively fluctuating (3.7.B.3)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Headlamp insecure (1.7.3)

Offside Rear Valve stem seriously damaged (4.1.D.1e)

Rear Body has a sharp edge caused by damage (6.1.C.1)

Nearside Front Seat belt cut but webbing not significantly weakened (5.2.2a)

emissions not tested

outer sill covers fitted

Pass 5 Dec 2014 51,642 miles

Nearside Front Seat belt damaged but webbing not significantly weakened (5.2.2a)

Nearside rear tyre worn on outer edge

Sill covers fitted

nearside front tractor joint leaking

Fail 5 Dec 2014 51,642 miles

Nearside Front Seat belt damaged sufficient to significantly weakened the webbing (5.2.2a)

Offside Rear Body or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)

Nearside rear tyre worn on outer edge

Sill covers fitted

nearside front tractor joint leaking

Pass 5 Dec 2013 47,359 miles

corrosion to offside rear inner sill

engine management light on

Pass 27 Nov 2012 45,401 miles
Pass 1 Dec 2011 40,082 miles
Fail 30 Nov 2011 40,073 miles

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

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

Pass 25 Nov 2010 35,457 miles
Pass 17 Nov 2009 32,338 miles
Pass 8 Dec 2008 29,734 miles

could not test n/s/r seat belt as a baby seat is fitted to vehicle

exhaust back box outer skin is very rusty

n/s/f tyre is wearing low on the edges

Pass 15 Dec 2007 27,660 miles
Fail 15 Dec 2007 27,660 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

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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WG54 BVN is a 2004 Suzuki Jimny in Turquoise with a 1,298cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 60.9%.

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 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 WG54 BVN, 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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WG54 BVN is a 2004 Suzuki Jimny, first registered on 3 December 2004.

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