2004 Suzuki Jimny 1.3L Petrol · GU54 YLB

The vehicle is currently roadworthy but the maintenance history indicates a clear trend of worsening structural degradation. While it passed its most recent test in August 2025 at 93,982 miles, the record shows a significant shift from the clean results seen between 2021 and 2023. The emergence of multiple corrosion points across the body structure and chassis in the latest two tests suggests that the vehicle is entering a stage where oxidation is affecting critical mounting areas. At 22 years old, the recorded mileage of 93,982 miles represents an average of approximately 4,272 miles per year. This low usage is consistent between 2021 and 2025, where the vehicle covered only 16,044 miles over four years. However, the low mileage may correlate with the emerging rust issues, as low-use vehicles often sit for extended periods or are used intermittently, which can accelerate moisture accumulation and corrosion on the chassis without the protective effect of regular road heat seen in higher-mileage vehicles. A buyer must conduct a thorough physical inspection of the chassis and mounting points, specifically focusing on the areas flagged in 2024 and 2025. The tester noted corrosion on the nearside and offside front cab and chassis, as well as integral body structure corrosion on the front and offside rear. The report of a corroded brake pipe covered in grease in August 2025 is particularly concerning, as such material is often used to hide surface decay from inspectors. Verification of the integrity of these structural sections is essential to ensure the corrosion has not progressed beyond surface level.