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AR04 KYG

2004 Suzuki Alto

Yellow Petrol 1061cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Aug 2025
Tests23 (18 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate78.3%

Mileage

26,289 mi
Last recorded26,289 miles
Recorded on21 Aug 2024
Typical for 2004 Suzuki Alto41,126 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAR04 KYG
MakeSuzuki
ModelAlto
Year2004
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,061cc

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MOT History

18 pass 5 fail
Pass 21 Aug 2024 26,289 miles

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

Nearside Non obligatory mirror damaged ()

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Underside of vehicle front sub frame & rear axle slightly corroded

Pass 25 Aug 2023 25,280 miles

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

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

all suspension component's in rusty condition

Pass 23 Aug 2022 24,578 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

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

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing both rear tyres are cracked and perished (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened rear axle (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Fail 23 Aug 2022 24,578 miles

Rear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively both front (3.4 (b) (ii))

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

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

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

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing both rear tyres are cracked and perished (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened rear axle (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 19 Aug 2021 23,901 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Rear Suspension rod corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 20 Aug 2020 23,084 miles
Pass 13 Aug 2019 21,565 miles

Nearside Front Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Pass 22 Aug 2018 19,982 miles

Offside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

both front tyres starting to perish

Fail 22 Aug 2018 19,980 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded limiter to flexi (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Offside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

both front tyres starting to perish

Pass 8 Aug 2017 18,576 miles

Front Both front tyres showing splits on outer edge

Oil leak ()

Pass 16 Aug 2016 17,217 miles
Fail 16 Aug 2016 17,217 miles

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

Pass 10 Aug 2015 15,848 miles
Pass 6 Aug 2014 14,431 miles
Fail 6 Aug 2014 14,431 miles

Parking brake lever has excessive side play in the pivot and may disengage (3.1.4a)

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

Vehicle's internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights

Pass 21 Aug 2013 13,064 miles

Vehicle's internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights

Pass 13 Aug 2012 12,160 miles
Fail 13 Aug 2012 12,160 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 15 Aug 2011 11,164 miles

n/s/f inner brake disc poor

Pass 13 Aug 2010 9,698 miles
Pass 17 Aug 2009 8,259 miles
Pass 28 Aug 2008 64,953 miles

Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

Pass 16 Aug 2007 5,047 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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AR04 KYG is a 2004 Suzuki Alto in Yellow with a 1,061cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.3%.

Across all 2004 Suzuki Alto models, the average MOT pass rate is 68.6% with a typical mileage of 41,126 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 AR04 KYG, 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 22 years old, this Suzuki Alto is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was AR04 KYG registered?

AR04 KYG is a 2004 Suzuki Alto, first registered on 26 August 2004.

Is AR04 KYG safe to buy?

The MOT history for AR04 KYG shows 23 tests with a 78.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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