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BD06 BVX

2006 Suzuki Jimny

Green Petrol 1328cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires11 May 2027
Tests24 (18 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

94,247 mi
Last recorded94,247 miles
Recorded on11 May 2026
Typical for 2006 Suzuki Jimny54,260 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBD06 BVX
MakeSuzuki
ModelJimny
Year2006
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,328cc

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MOT History

18 pass 6 fail
Pass 11 May 2026 94,247 miles

Nearside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Offside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Passenger seat(s) missing at time of test No rear seats fitted ()

Vehicle structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security All Body to Chassis (6.2.2 (d) (i))

Pass 23 Apr 2025 92,743 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Offside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Vehicle structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security all front and centre body mounts corroded head lamp front panel to wheel arch corroded (6.2.2 (d) (i))

Fail 23 Apr 2025 92,743 miles

Horn not working (7.7 (a))

Nearside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Offside Headlamp aim too low and too far to the left. (4.1.2 (a))

Vehicle structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security all front and centre body mounts corroded head lamp front panel to wheel arch corroded (6.2.2 (d) (i))

Pass 8 May 2024 90,998 miles

Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material to rear (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 12 May 2023 89,361 miles

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material all pipes covered in thick underseal (1.1.11 (c))

Fail 6 May 2023 89,278 miles

Nearside Lower Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength inner sill as marked (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Lower Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength inner sill as marked (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material all pipes covered in thick underseal (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 7 May 2022 88,006 miles
Pass 29 Apr 2021 86,958 miles

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

Nearside Front Axle swivel pins and bushes swivel pin and/or bush slightly worn slight play in swivel housing - also has small leak (5.1.2 (b) (i))

vehicle has general age related corrosion underneath

Pass 11 May 2020 86,692 miles
Fail 11 May 2020 86,692 miles

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

Fail 6 Mar 2020 86,691 miles

Central Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))

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

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength inner sill corroded (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Brake hydraulic reservoir fluid level below minimum level (1.1.10 (d) (i))

Pass 14 Jan 2019 76,859 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Fail 9 Jan 2019 76,856 miles

Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

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

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

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

Offside Rear Wheel bearing play so excessive it is likely to break up (5.1.3 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 31 Jan 2018 67,115 miles
Pass 20 Jan 2017 56,017 miles
Fail 19 Jan 2017 56,017 miles

Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Pass 21 Jan 2016 45,859 miles
Pass 30 Jan 2015 38,949 miles
Pass 20 Dec 2013 35,746 miles

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

Pass 19 Dec 2012 32,585 miles
Pass 19 Jan 2012 24,549 miles
Pass 17 Jun 2011 21,707 miles
Pass 18 May 2010 17,459 miles
Pass 3 Jun 2009 12,402 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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BD06 BVX is a 2006 Suzuki Jimny in Green with a 1,328cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 24 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 BD06 BVX, 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 BD06 BVX registered?

BD06 BVX is a 2006 Suzuki Jimny, first registered on 17 June 2006.

Is BD06 BVX safe to buy?

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