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AV56 KVP

2006 Suzuki Jimny

Red Petrol 1328cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires30 Oct 2026
Tests23 (17 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate73.9%

Mileage

45,223 mi
Last recorded45,223 miles
Recorded on31 Oct 2025
Typical for 2006 Suzuki Jimny54,260 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAV56 KVP
MakeSuzuki
ModelJimny
Year2006
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,328cc

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MOT History

17 pass 6 fail
Pass 31 Oct 2025 45,223 miles

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material from centre back covered in grease (1.1.11 (c))

Coil spring corroded all (5.3.1 (b) (i))

general corrosion to underside of vehicle

Fail 30 Oct 2025 45,223 miles

Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect both front headlights crazed (4.1.2 (c))

Fuel cap/sealing device ineffective (6.1.3 (b) (i))

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material from centre back covered in grease (1.1.11 (c))

Coil spring corroded all (5.3.1 (b) (i))

general corrosion to underside of vehicle

Pass 24 Oct 2024 44,705 miles

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

corrosion to inner sill edges and suspension components

Pass 3 Oct 2023 43,751 miles
Fail 3 Oct 2023 43,751 miles

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

Pass 27 Oct 2022 40,703 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

Offside Front Headlamp has a product on the light source but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

Pass 14 Oct 2021 36,391 miles
Fail 14 Oct 2021 36,391 miles

Central Exhaust system insecure (6.1.2 (a))

Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Pass 29 Oct 2020 32,973 miles
Pass 14 Oct 2019 30,382 miles

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

Rear exhaust box corroded

all four tyres cracked on sidewalls

Pass 15 Oct 2018 27,338 miles

Items removed from driver's view prior to test ()

Fail 15 Oct 2018 27,338 miles

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

Items removed from driver's view prior to test ()

Nearside Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Pass 20 Oct 2017 23,509 miles
Pass 18 Oct 2016 23,005 miles
Pass 14 Oct 2015 22,242 miles
Fail 14 Oct 2015 22,242 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Nearside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Fail 8 Oct 2014 21,735 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 8 Oct 2014 21,735 miles
Pass 7 Oct 2013 20,486 miles

Nearside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Offside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Pass 8 Oct 2012 18,422 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)

Pass 11 Oct 2011 15,798 miles

front brake discs slightly corroded

Pass 12 Oct 2010 12,750 miles
Pass 21 Oct 2009 9,263 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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AV56 KVP is a 2006 Suzuki Jimny in Red with a 1,328cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.9%.

Across all 2006 Suzuki Jimny models, the average MOT pass rate is 75.2% with a typical mileage of 54,260 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 AV56 KVP, 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 20 years old, this Suzuki Jimny is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was AV56 KVP registered?

AV56 KVP is a 2006 Suzuki Jimny, first registered on 29 September 2006.

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