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BJ06 DWV

2006 Suzuki Jimny

Beige Petrol 1328cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires2 Oct 2026
Tests21 (18 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

47,747 mi
Last recorded47,747 miles
Recorded on10 Sep 2025
Typical for 2006 Suzuki Jimny54,260 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBJ06 DWV
MakeSuzuki
ModelJimny
Year2006
ColourBeige
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,328cc

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MOT History

18 pass 3 fail
Pass 10 Sep 2025 47,747 miles

Front Anti-roll bar corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

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

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))

Offside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))

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

Offside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Offside Rear Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))

Pass 13 Sep 2024 44,430 miles

Offside Rear Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))

Front Anti-roll bar corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))

Offside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Fail 11 Sep 2024 44,430 miles

Offside Front Oil leaking excessively from transmission King pin oil seal (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Front Anti-roll bar corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))

Offside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Front Tyre inner sidewall contaminated

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Offside Rear Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))

Pass 18 Sep 2023 40,896 miles

Front Anti-roll bar corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Headlamp lens slightly defective Both headlamps (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))

Offside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))

Pass 28 Sep 2022 39,292 miles

1 exhaust hanger missing

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material pipes greased (1.1.11 (c))

Front Anti-roll bar corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Headlamp lens slightly defective both lenses deteriorated/ cracking (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Front wheel tight to turn

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))

Offside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Front wheel tight to turn

Offside Rear Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))

Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Rear exhaust in poor condition

brakes feel soft, good decelerometer readings

Pass 15 Sep 2021 37,517 miles

Front Anti-roll bar corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

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

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))

Offside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))

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

Offside Rear Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))

Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Rear exhaust silencer outer casing corroded and peeeling

exhaust system has one hanging bracket missing

Pass 23 Sep 2020 36,135 miles
Pass 20 Sep 2019 34,859 miles
Pass 19 Sep 2018 33,214 miles
Pass 19 Sep 2017 32,144 miles
Pass 21 Sep 2016 31,282 miles
Pass 21 Sep 2015 30,233 miles
Pass 3 Oct 2014 29,172 miles
Fail 3 Oct 2014 29,172 miles

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

Pass 16 May 2014 28,499 miles

Both rear lower shock absorber rubber mountings perished

Central exhaust section heat shield clamps corrodded

Nail in offside rear tyre

Nearside front tyre has age cracks in outer sidewall

Nearside rear tyre has large amount of age cracks in tread

Offside front tyre has a cut in outer sidewall although not exposing cords

Rear exhaust silencer outer skin corrodded

Pass 24 May 2013 25,306 miles

Nail in offside rear tyre

Pass 29 May 2012 20,811 miles
Pass 27 May 2011 15,678 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Fail 27 May 2011 15,678 miles

Centre Windscreen has a sticker or other obstruction encroaching into the swept area by more than 40mm outside zone 'A' (8.3.1e)

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Pass 16 May 2010 11,273 miles
Pass 30 May 2009 7,075 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

off side front tyre has slight side wall damage but no cords exposed

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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BJ06 DWV is a 2006 Suzuki Jimny in Beige with a 1,328cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 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 BJ06 DWV, 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 BJ06 DWV registered?

BJ06 DWV is a 2006 Suzuki Jimny, first registered on 31 March 2006.

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