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WL54 CDU

2004 Suzuki Jimny

Red Petrol 1328cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 Apr 2026
Tests25 (18 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate72%

Mileage

120,120 mi
Last recorded120,120 miles
Recorded on8 May 2026
Typical for 2004 Suzuki Jimny55,220 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWL54 CDU
MakeSuzuki
ModelJimny
Year2004
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,328cc

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MOT History

18 pass 7 fail
Fail 8 May 2026 120,120 miles

Nearside Rear Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced Boot floor holed/corroded (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Offside Rear Vehicle structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting Floor holed/corroded (6.2.2 (d) (i))

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

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint worn to the extent there is a serious risk of detachment Nut corroded excessively (2.1.3 (b) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint worn to the extent there is a serious risk of detachment Nut corroded excessively (2.1.3 (b) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Wheel hub spigot mounting worn to the extent that wheel security is adversely affected (5.2.1 (b) (ii)) DANGEROUS

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

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Fuel Pipe/s corroded ()

Nearside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (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 Rear Brake backplate corroded

Offside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Pass 22 Apr 2025 113,348 miles

Both rear brake backplates corroded

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

Fuel Pipe/s corroded ()

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

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

Offside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened Panhard rod (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Fail 16 Apr 2025 113,348 miles

Offside Front Suspension arm attachment bracket/mounting corroded and seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

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

Both rear brake backplates corroded

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

Fuel Pipe/s corroded ()

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

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

Offside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened Panhard rod (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 17 Apr 2024 108,205 miles

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

Nearside Rear Vehicle structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security (6.2.2 (d) (i))

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

Rear suspension corroded

both front swivel balls corroded and pitted

Fail 10 Apr 2024 108,205 miles

Nearside Front Axle swivel pins and bushes swivel pin and/or bush excessively worn (5.1.2 (b) (i))

Offside Front Axle swivel pins and bushes swivel pin and/or bush excessively worn (5.1.2 (b) (i))

Power steering component leaking steering box (2.1.5 (a))

Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

Nearside Front Fluid leaking continuously posing a serious risk to road safety swivel joint (8.4.1 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

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

Nearside Rear Vehicle structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security (6.2.2 (d) (i))

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

Rear suspension corroded

Pass 22 Mar 2023 103,785 miles

Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing both (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Power steering component has slight seepage from a component (2.1.5 (a))

Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing both (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

o/s/f brake slightly binding

rear suspension corroded

Pass 21 Apr 2022 100,833 miles

Fuel Pipe/s corroded ()

Power steering pipe/hose has slight seepage (2.1.5 (a))

Fail 16 Mar 2022 100,824 miles

Offside Brake pipe excessively corroded front to rear (1.1.11 (c))

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

Fuel Pipe/s corroded ()

Power steering pipe/hose has slight seepage (2.1.5 (a))

Pass 2 Feb 2021 96,428 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 25 Feb 2020 93,452 miles

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Fail 15 Jan 2020 93,451 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp does not illuminate (1.6 (a))

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 5 Feb 2019 88,355 miles

Offside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b) (ii))

Pass 6 Feb 2018 83,341 miles
Fail 5 Feb 2018 83,340 miles

Nearside Front Mechanical brake component has restricted free movement (3.5.1k)

front brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)

Pass 27 Jan 2017 73,473 miles
Pass 5 Feb 2016 62,240 miles
Pass 6 Feb 2015 48,380 miles
Pass 7 Feb 2014 36,046 miles
Fail 14 Feb 2013 24,827 miles

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 14 Feb 2013 24,827 miles
Pass 14 Oct 2011 23,160 miles
Pass 19 Oct 2010 20,592 miles
Pass 13 Oct 2009 18,058 miles

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

Pass 23 Sep 2008 14,554 miles
Pass 31 Oct 2007 10,996 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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WL54 CDU is a 2004 Suzuki Jimny in Red with a 1,328cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 25 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72%.

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 WL54 CDU, 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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WL54 CDU is a 2004 Suzuki Jimny, first registered on 1 November 2004.

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