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BV06 TXY

2006 Suzuki Jimny

Black Petrol 1298cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 Feb 2022
Tests15 (13 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate86.7%

Mileage

47,132 mi
Last recorded47,132 miles
Recorded on25 Jan 2021
Typical for 2006 Suzuki Jimny54,260 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBV06 TXY
MakeSuzuki
ModelJimny
Year2006
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,298cc

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MOT History

13 pass 2 fail
Pass 25 Jan 2021 47,132 miles

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

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

Pass 15 Feb 2020 44,153 miles

Front Coil spring corroded both front springs (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Headlamp lens slightly defective both head lights slightly crack and starting to fade (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Rear Coil spring corroded both rear springs (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Pass 20 Feb 2019 40,752 miles

Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing both (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive both inner sills (7.1.1 (a) (i))

outer skin of back box coming away

Pass 16 Mar 2018 39,111 miles

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

Nearside Rear Inner Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive sill (5.2.6)

Offside Rear Inner Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive sill (5.2.6)

Fail 15 Mar 2018 39,095 miles

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Offside Front brake slightly sticky

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

Nearside Rear Inner Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive sill (5.2.6)

Offside Rear Inner Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive sill (5.2.6)

Pass 15 Mar 2017 33,901 miles
Pass 8 Oct 2015 30,495 miles
Pass 13 Jun 2014 26,923 miles
Pass 20 Jun 2013 25,597 miles
Pass 20 Jun 2012 24,443 miles

Offside Front Axle swivel joint has slight movement between a swivel joint and its housing (2.5.A.1b)

o/s front steering swivel joint seal leaking

Pass 13 Sep 2011 22,686 miles
Pass 9 Mar 2011 20,414 miles
Fail 25 Feb 2010 16,707 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 25 Feb 2010 16,707 miles
Pass 26 Feb 2009 13,021 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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BV06 TXY is a 2006 Suzuki Jimny in Black with a 1,298cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 86.7%.

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 BV06 TXY, 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 BV06 TXY registered?

BV06 TXY is a 2006 Suzuki Jimny, first registered on 1 March 2006.

Is BV06 TXY safe to buy?

The MOT history for BV06 TXY shows 15 tests with a 86.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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