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AV04 VYM

2004 Suzuki Alto

Blue Petrol 1061cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Mar 2015
Tests12 (8 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

47,858 mi
Last recorded47,858 miles
Recorded on10 Mar 2014
Typical for 2004 Suzuki Alto41,126 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAV04 VYM
MakeSuzuki
ModelAlto
Year2004
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,061cc

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MOT History

8 pass 4 fail
Pass 10 Mar 2014 47,858 miles

Offside Front Drive shaft uj which forms part of the suspension has slight play in a universal joint (2.4.G.4b)

n/s rear tyre deteriorated

Fail 10 Mar 2014 47,858 miles

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

Offside Front Drive shaft uj which forms part of the suspension has slight play in a universal joint (2.4.G.4b)

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

n/s rear tyre deteriorated

Pass 6 Mar 2013 43,034 miles
Fail 28 Feb 2013 42,953 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)

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

Pass 28 Mar 2012 38,335 miles
Fail 21 Mar 2012 38,317 miles

Nearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)

Pass 14 Mar 2011 33,521 miles
Pass 3 Mar 2010 28,582 miles

Nearside Rear Seat belt damaged but not affecting the operation of the belt (5.2.2a)

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Pass 16 Mar 2009 21,572 miles

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Fail 14 Mar 2008 14,767 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

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

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

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

Pass 14 Mar 2008 14,767 miles

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Pass 1 Mar 2007 8,104 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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AV04 VYM is a 2004 Suzuki Alto in Blue with a 1,061cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 AV04 VYM, 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 AV04 VYM registered?

AV04 VYM is a 2004 Suzuki Alto, first registered on 24 March 2004.

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