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BJ66 YBB

2016 Suzuki Jimny

Black Petrol 1328cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires6 Nov 2026
Tests10 (7 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate70%

Mileage

122,230 mi
Last recorded122,230 miles
Recorded on7 Nov 2025
Typical for 2016 Suzuki Jimny26,008 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBJ66 YBB
MakeSuzuki
ModelJimny
Year2016
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,328cc

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MOT History

7 pass 3 fail
Pass 7 Nov 2025 122,230 miles

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Nearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play Wheel bearing / Axle swivel joint slight up and down play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Offside Front Suspension arm attachment bracket/mounting corroded but its strength is not seriously reduced Track control / axle control arm mounting corroded (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Offside Front Wheel bearing has slight play Wheel bearing / Axle swivel joint slight up and down play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Suspension arm attachment bracket/mounting corroded but its strength is not seriously reduced Track control / axle control arm mounting corroded (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Fail 6 Nov 2025 122,230 miles

Nearside Front Tyre fouling a part of the vehicle (5.2.3 (f))

Nearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

Offside Front Tyre fouling a part of the vehicle (5.2.3 (f))

Offside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Nearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play Wheel bearing / Axle swivel joint slight up and down play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Offside Front Suspension arm attachment bracket/mounting corroded but its strength is not seriously reduced Track control / axle control arm mounting corroded (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Offside Front Wheel bearing has slight play Wheel bearing / Axle swivel joint slight up and down play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Suspension arm attachment bracket/mounting corroded but its strength is not seriously reduced Track control / axle control arm mounting corroded (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Fail 21 Oct 2025 122,227 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength (5.3.6 (a) (i))

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

Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Nearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play Wheel bearing / Axle swivel joint slight up and down play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Position lamp insecure Lens slightly cracked / damaged (4.2.1 (c) (i))

Offside Front Suspension arm attachment bracket/mounting corroded but its strength is not seriously reduced Track control / axle control arm mounting corroded (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Wheel bearing has slight play Wheel bearing / Axle swivel joint slight up and down play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Suspension arm attachment bracket/mounting corroded but its strength is not seriously reduced Track control / axle control arm mounting corroded (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 15 Oct 2024 113,670 miles

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Nearside Front Suspension component pin or bush slightly worn Suspension knuckle joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 4 Oct 2023 97,535 miles

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged STEPPED (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Nearside Rear LIGHT CLUSTER DAMAGED

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged STEPPED (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 30 Sep 2022 81,620 miles
Pass 7 Oct 2021 62,714 miles
Fail 7 Oct 2021 62,710 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 9 Oct 2020 44,114 miles

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

n/s and o/s front hub oil seals leaking

Pass 10 Oct 2019 37,195 miles

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

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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BJ66 YBB is a 2016 Suzuki Jimny in Black with a 1,328cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 70%.

Across all 2016 Suzuki Jimny models, the average MOT pass rate is 85.2% with a typical mileage of 26,008 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 BJ66 YBB, 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 10 years old, this Suzuki Jimny is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

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BJ66 YBB is a 2016 Suzuki Jimny, first registered on 21 September 2016.

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