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AO53 BXM

2003 Suzuki Alto

Red Petrol 1061cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 Sep 2017
Tests14 (11 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate78.6%

Mileage

66,089 mi
Last recorded66,089 miles
Recorded on8 Sep 2016
Typical for 2003 Suzuki Alto41,530 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAO53 BXM
MakeSuzuki
ModelAlto
Year2003
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,061cc

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MOT History

11 pass 3 fail
Pass 8 Sep 2016 66,089 miles

clutch worn

engine management light on

Pass 8 Sep 2015 64,309 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases front pipe (7.1.2)

Fail 4 Sep 2015 64,307 miles

Offside Front Outer Drive shaft which forms part of the suspension coupling gaiter insecure to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.4.G.4e)

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases front pipe (7.1.2)

Pass 3 Sep 2014 61,835 miles

advise bonnet latch

Fail 3 Sep 2014 61,835 miles

Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)

advise bonnet latch

Pass 2 Sep 2013 56,381 miles

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

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

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Fail 2 Sep 2013 56,381 miles

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Offside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

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

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

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Pass 3 Sep 2012 50,829 miles

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

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

Pass 23 Aug 2011 38,974 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 2 Sep 2010 27,037 miles
Pass 1 Sep 2009 21,193 miles
Pass 2 Sep 2008 17,500 miles
Pass 21 Aug 2007 16,848 miles
Pass 31 Aug 2006 16,042 miles

How Reliable is the Suzuki Alto?

Based on 1,154,186 MOT tests across 84,341 vehicles.

74.0%
Pass Rate
3,909
Miles/Year
28
Year Lifespan
84,341
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Brake pipe excessively corroded 33,718
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 26,073
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 20,495
brake binding 15,456
Stop lamp not working 14,627
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AO53 BXM is a 2003 Suzuki Alto in Red with a 1,061cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.6%.

Across all 2003 Suzuki Alto models, the average MOT pass rate is 67.8% with a typical mileage of 41,530 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Suzuki Alto fails its MOT is brake pipe excessively corroded, accounting for 33,718 recorded failures. If you're considering buying AO53 BXM, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Suzuki Alto typically stays on UK roads for around 28 years. At 23 years old, this Suzuki Alto is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was AO53 BXM registered?

AO53 BXM is a 2003 Suzuki Alto, first registered on 3 September 2003.

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