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BU06 YVS

2006 Suzuki Jimny

Grey Petrol 1328cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires5 Jan 2027
Tests22 (19 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate86.4%

Mileage

74,500 mi
Last recorded74,500 miles
Recorded on9 Dec 2025
Typical for 2006 Suzuki Jimny54,260 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBU06 YVS
MakeSuzuki
ModelJimny
Year2006
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,328cc

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MOT History

19 pass 3 fail
Pass 9 Dec 2025 74,500 miles
Pass 9 Dec 2024 73,101 miles
Pass 6 Dec 2023 71,783 miles
Pass 9 Dec 2022 70,703 miles
Pass 10 Dec 2021 69,647 miles
Pass 11 Dec 2020 68,326 miles
Pass 6 Dec 2019 67,109 miles
Pass 7 Dec 2018 63,111 miles
Pass 21 Dec 2017 56,500 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 6 Jan 2017 43,296 miles
Pass 28 Dec 2016 43,188 miles

Offside Rear tyre wearing on edges

Oil leak ()

exhaust deteriorated

rear wiper blade torn

Pass 29 Dec 2015 35,088 miles

rear wiper blade torn

Fail 29 Dec 2015 35,088 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

rear wiper blade torn

Pass 23 Jan 2015 28,811 miles
Pass 29 Oct 2013 21,704 miles
Pass 15 Oct 2012 16,795 miles
Fail 9 Feb 2012 15,883 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Auto gearbox oil leak

Pass 9 Feb 2012 15,883 miles

Auto gearbox oil leak

Pass 10 Feb 2011 13,476 miles
Fail 7 Jan 2010 12,142 miles

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

Pass 7 Jan 2010 12,142 miles
Pass 26 Feb 2009 10,567 miles

advise auto gearbox leaking oil

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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BU06 YVS is a 2006 Suzuki Jimny in Grey with a 1,328cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 86.4%.

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 BU06 YVS, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was BU06 YVS registered?

BU06 YVS is a 2006 Suzuki Jimny, first registered on 15 March 2006.

Is BU06 YVS safe to buy?

The MOT history for BU06 YVS shows 22 tests with a 86.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does BU06 YVS have outstanding finance?

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