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YD04 CHS

2004 Suzuki Jimny

Red Petrol 1328cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires12 Aug 2027
Tests25 (18 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate72%

Mileage

74,544 mi
Last recorded74,544 miles
Recorded on13 Aug 2026
Typical for 2004 Suzuki Jimny55,220 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYD04 CHS
MakeSuzuki
ModelJimny
Year2004
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,328cc

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MOT History

18 pass 7 fail
Pass 13 Aug 2026 74,544 miles

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material ALL BRAKE PIPES FRONT AND BACK (1.1.11 (c))

Central Front Window damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Front ENGINE OIL LEAK

GEAR BOX LEAKING OIL

Steering box slight movement (2.1.1 (d) (i))

Central Front Coolant leak from RAD

Nearside Rear HALF-SHAFT LEAKING OIL NEAR THE BRAKES

Pass 13 Aug 2025 71,882 miles

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front and back (1.1.11 (c))

Central Front Window damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both-sides (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both-sides (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Fail 6 Aug 2025 71,881 miles

Front Headlamp aim too low both-sides (4.1.2 (a))

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively damaged or deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))

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

Offside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front and back (1.1.11 (c))

Central Front Window damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both-sides (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both-sides (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 12 Aug 2024 68,690 miles

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

Fail 24 Jul 2024 68,689 miles

Bonnet primary retaining device insecure (3.1 (c))

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

Emissions unable to be completed (8.2.1.2 (d))

Exhaust emissions likely to be affected by an exhaust leak (8.2.1.1 (b))

Offside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))

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

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

Pass 19 Nov 2021 66,098 miles

Front Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))

Fail 18 Nov 2021 66,098 miles

Battery insecure and likely to cause a short circuit (4.13 (a) (ii))

Emissions not tested (8.2.1.2 (d))

Offside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Front Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))

Pass 26 Nov 2020 63,796 miles

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

Fail 5 Nov 2020 63,794 miles

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

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

Nearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Wheel bearing rough when rotated (5.1.3 (b) (i))

Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced nearside and offside inner sills (7.1.1 (a) (i))

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

Pass 16 Oct 2018 54,787 miles

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both rears corroding (1.1.11 (c))

fuel pipes corroding

Fail 16 Oct 2018 54,787 miles

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both rears corroding (1.1.11 (c))

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

fuel pipes corroding

Pass 12 Oct 2017 42,474 miles

Brake hydraulic reservoir fluid close to minimum level (3.6.G.1b)

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

Offside leaking grease from hub

Offside wiper blade split

Pass 18 Oct 2016 37,205 miles

Items removed from driver's view prior to test

Towball/hitch not fitted at time of test

Fail 18 Oct 2016 37,205 miles

Items removed from driver's view prior to test

Nearside Windscreen wiper blade insecure (8.2.2)

Towball/hitch not fitted at time of test

Pass 21 Oct 2015 32,963 miles
Fail 21 Oct 2015 32,961 miles

Service brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Pass 10 Oct 2014 27,546 miles
Pass 28 Oct 2013 22,119 miles
Pass 26 Jul 2013 21,419 miles
Pass 24 Jul 2012 18,699 miles
Pass 26 Jul 2011 16,235 miles
Pass 9 Jul 2010 14,260 miles
Pass 20 Jul 2009 12,466 miles
Pass 21 Jul 2008 10,707 miles
Pass 9 Jul 2007 8,426 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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YD04 CHS 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 YD04 CHS, 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 YD04 CHS registered?

YD04 CHS is a 2004 Suzuki Jimny, first registered on 6 August 2004.

Is YD04 CHS safe to buy?

The MOT history for YD04 CHS shows 25 tests with a 72% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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