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YD54 DHY

2004 Suzuki Jimny

Red Petrol 1328cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires27 Nov 2026
Tests23 (18 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate78.3%

Mileage

74,588 mi
Last recorded74,588 miles
Recorded on25 Nov 2025
Typical for 2004 Suzuki Jimny55,220 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYD54 DHY
MakeSuzuki
ModelJimny
Year2004
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,328cc

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MOT History

18 pass 5 fail
Pass 25 Nov 2025 74,588 miles

Coil spring corroded both front and rear (5.3.1 (b) (i))

fuel pipes corroded

Fail 24 Nov 2025 74,586 miles

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

Brake pipe excessively corroded front to rear pipe and pipes across rear axle (1.1.11 (c))

Front Brakes imbalanced across an axle (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Coil spring corroded both front and rear (5.3.1 (b) (i))

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

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

fuel pipes corroded

Pass 15 Nov 2024 69,281 miles

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material All rigid brake pipes has surface corrosion. (1.1.11 (c))

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

Lower Fuel Pipe/s corroded ()

Lower Underside of vehicle suspension components corroded e.g coil springs , shockers .

Rear Lower Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Fail 15 Nov 2024 69,281 miles

Exhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))

Rear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material All rigid brake pipes has surface corrosion. (1.1.11 (c))

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

Lower Fuel Pipe/s corroded ()

Lower Underside of vehicle suspension components corroded e.g coil springs , shockers .

Rear Lower Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Pass 28 Nov 2023 64,698 miles
Fail 24 Nov 2023 64,698 miles

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

Exhaust emissions - engine idle speed too high (8.2.1.2 (e))

Rear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Pass 20 Oct 2022 62,600 miles

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

Pass 12 Oct 2021 56,539 miles
Pass 26 Sep 2020 51,096 miles

Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Front Hydraulic leak, but not excessive diff (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Vehicles internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights ()

Pass 17 Oct 2019 48,195 miles

Nearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material across axle (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 26 Oct 2018 46,665 miles

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

Pass 6 Jun 2016 46,616 miles

Centre Rear Body has slight corrosion floor (6.1.B.2)

Pass 20 May 2015 45,808 miles
Pass 3 Mar 2014 44,120 miles

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

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

Fail 5 Mar 2013 42,121 miles

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

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

Pass 5 Mar 2013 42,121 miles

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

Pass 5 Jan 2012 39,693 miles
Pass 5 Jan 2011 37,836 miles
Pass 7 Jan 2010 36,239 miles
Fail 4 Jan 2010 36,239 miles

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

Pass 21 Aug 2009 34,250 miles

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

oil leak o/s axle swivel / hub seal

Pass 27 Aug 2008 30,297 miles

Offside Front Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Pass 4 Sep 2007 24,600 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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YD54 DHY is a 2004 Suzuki Jimny in Red with a 1,328cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.3%.

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 YD54 DHY, 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 YD54 DHY registered?

YD54 DHY is a 2004 Suzuki Jimny, first registered on 1 September 2004.

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The MOT history for YD54 DHY shows 23 tests with a 78.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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