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YF04 HZX

2004 Suzuki Jimny

Black Petrol 1328cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires21 Nov 2026
Tests23 (17 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate73.9%

Mileage

105,818 mi
Last recorded105,818 miles
Recorded on22 Nov 2025
Typical for 2004 Suzuki Jimny55,220 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYF04 HZX
MakeSuzuki
ModelJimny
Year2004
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,328cc

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MOT History

17 pass 6 fail
Pass 22 Nov 2025 105,818 miles
Pass 26 Feb 2024 104,113 miles

slight play in both front d-bushes

slight play in both front hubs

slight play in both rear hubs

Pass 2 Mar 2023 100,972 miles
Pass 8 Feb 2022 96,303 miles
Pass 23 Feb 2021 91,669 miles
Pass 12 Sep 2019 88,670 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 24 Jul 2018 82,079 miles
Fail 23 Jul 2018 82,042 miles

Nearside 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))

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))

Pass 15 May 2017 74,726 miles

Offside Brake pipe slightly corroded front to rear (3.6.B.2c)

Fail 10 May 2017 74,623 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp does not illuminate (3.4.1b)

Nearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Brake pipe slightly corroded front to rear (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 16 May 2016 65,651 miles

rear axle /transmission noise

Fail 6 May 2016 65,637 miles

Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Nearside Rear wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.6.1)

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Nearside Steering pivot point has excessive play (2.2.B.1g)

Offside Rear wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.6.1)

item removed from drivers view prior to test

major oil leak on nearside front axle

Pass 8 May 2015 58,581 miles

exhaust tail pipe missing

Nearside Front suspension ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Fail 8 May 2015 58,581 miles

Nearside Front suspension ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

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

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

exhaust tail pipe missing

Pass 19 Apr 2014 50,309 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Pass 1 May 2013 42,781 miles
Fail 1 May 2013 42,781 miles

Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

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

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

Pass 27 Apr 2011 36,391 miles
Pass 30 Apr 2010 27,749 miles
Fail 30 Apr 2010 27,749 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 11 May 2009 21,415 miles
Pass 14 May 2008 14,904 miles
Pass 14 May 2007 10,304 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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YF04 HZX is a 2004 Suzuki Jimny in Black with a 1,328cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.9%.

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 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 YF04 HZX, 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 YF04 HZX registered?

YF04 HZX is a 2004 Suzuki Jimny, first registered on 15 May 2004.

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