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YB54 BNJ

2004 Suzuki Jimny

Red Petrol 1328cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 Jan 2022
Tests16 (13 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate81.3%

Mileage

148,412 mi
Last recorded148,412 miles
Recorded on16 Jan 2021
Typical for 2004 Suzuki Jimny55,220 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYB54 BNJ
MakeSuzuki
ModelJimny
Year2004
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,328cc

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MOT History

13 pass 3 fail
Pass 16 Jan 2021 148,412 miles
Pass 1 Mar 2019 143,688 miles

Fuel Pipe/s corroded ()

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

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

Offside Front Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Offside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Offside Rear Brake pipe slightly damaged o/s front to rear brake pipe kinked at union (1.1.11 (c))

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

Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material rear brake pipe across back axle corroded (1.1.11 (c))

Rear Passenger seat(s) missing at time of test ()

Rear Towbar component slightly damaged damage to rear socket (6.1.6 (a))

corrosion to o/s front inner wing

Fail 1 Mar 2019 143,662 miles

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

Offside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Fuel Pipe/s corroded ()

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

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

Offside Front Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Offside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Offside Rear Brake pipe slightly damaged o/s front to rear brake pipe kinked at union (1.1.11 (c))

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

Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material rear brake pipe across back axle corroded (1.1.11 (c))

Rear Passenger seat(s) missing at time of test ()

Rear Towbar component slightly damaged damage to rear socket (6.1.6 (a))

corrosion to o/s front inner wing

Pass 5 Mar 2018 135,594 miles

Rear Passenger seat(s) missing at time of test ()

Fail 5 Mar 2018 135,584 miles

Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)

Rear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (3.7.B.5b)

Rear Passenger seat(s) missing at time of test ()

Pass 10 Mar 2017 127,473 miles

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

Corrosion to front axle vacuum pipes

Nearside Rear Upper Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

Offside Front Upper Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

Rear Seats not fitted at time of test

Pass 1 Mar 2016 120,600 miles
Pass 10 Mar 2015 111,278 miles
Pass 10 Mar 2014 102,292 miles
Pass 12 Mar 2013 93,728 miles
Pass 2 Mar 2012 84,369 miles

Offside Front Axle swivel joint has slight play (2.5.A.3b)

Pass 7 Mar 2011 73,100 miles
Pass 30 Mar 2010 66,262 miles

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

Pass 4 Feb 2009 56,174 miles
Fail 4 Feb 2009 56,174 miles

Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 4 Jan 2008 36,656 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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YB54 BNJ is a 2004 Suzuki Jimny in Red with a 1,328cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.3%.

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 YB54 BNJ, 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 YB54 BNJ registered?

YB54 BNJ is a 2004 Suzuki Jimny, first registered on 30 December 2004.

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