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YB53 TLJ

2004 Suzuki Jimny

Black Petrol 1328cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires3 Apr 2027
Tests22 (20 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate90.9%

Mileage

91,230 mi
Last recorded91,230 miles
Recorded on31 Mar 2026
Typical for 2004 Suzuki Jimny55,220 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYB53 TLJ
MakeSuzuki
ModelJimny
Year2004
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,328cc

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MOT History

20 pass 2 fail
Pass 31 Mar 2026 91,230 miles
Pass 31 Mar 2025 85,231 miles
Pass 4 Apr 2024 80,409 miles

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

Pass 1 Apr 2023 71,392 miles

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

Pass 11 Mar 2022
Pass 12 Mar 2021 53,886 miles

all welding repairs unable yo be seen

Pass 21 Mar 2020 51,916 miles
Fail 5 Dec 2019 51,906 miles

Nearside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced (7.1.1 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced (7.1.1 (a) (i))

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material All brake pipes (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 7 Dec 2018 50,910 miles
Pass 2 Dec 2017 49,161 miles
Pass 19 Nov 2016 46,755 miles
Pass 21 Nov 2015 44,183 miles

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

Pass 13 Dec 2014 41,444 miles
Pass 7 Dec 2013 38,521 miles
Pass 4 Dec 2012 35,015 miles

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

Pass 17 Dec 2011 31,637 miles

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

Pass 20 Jan 2011 28,049 miles

Offside Front Lower Front suspension has slight play in an outer ball joint (2.5.B.2a)

Pass 6 Jan 2010 24,370 miles

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

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

Pass 14 Jan 2009 21,565 miles

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

Pass 10 Jan 2008 16,989 miles
Fail 10 Jan 2008 16,989 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm has excessive play in a pin/bearing (2.4.G.2)

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

Offside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Pass 18 Jan 2007 13,126 miles

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

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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YB53 TLJ is a 2004 Suzuki Jimny in Black with a 1,328cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.9%.

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 YB53 TLJ, 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 YB53 TLJ registered?

YB53 TLJ is a 2004 Suzuki Jimny, first registered on 20 January 2004.

Is YB53 TLJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for YB53 TLJ shows 22 tests with a 90.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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