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AX53 PHJ

2004 Suzuki Alto

Red Petrol 1061cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 Feb 2020
Tests14 (13 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.9%

Mileage

34,361 mi
Last recorded34,361 miles
Recorded on8 Feb 2019
Typical for 2004 Suzuki Alto41,126 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAX53 PHJ
MakeSuzuki
ModelAlto
Year2004
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,061cc

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MOT History

13 pass 1 fail
Pass 8 Feb 2019 34,361 miles

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

Front Inner Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened side heavily pitted and corroded (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

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

Fail 30 Jan 2019 34,038 miles

Central Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced fuel tank mounting (7.1.1 (a) (i))

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))

Nearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

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

Front Inner Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened side heavily pitted and corroded (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

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

Pass 12 Feb 2018 26,111 miles

Front discs badly corroded

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit 3mm worn bald on inside (4.1.E.1)

Nearside wiper blade torn but clearing screen

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit 3mm worn bald on inside (4.1.E.1)

Pass 17 Feb 2017 21,609 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit 3mm (4.1.E.1)

Pass 12 Feb 2016 18,084 miles

middle exhaust box corroded

Pass 6 Feb 2015 13,423 miles

Rear exhaust starting to corrode.

Pass 7 Feb 2014 69,638 miles
Pass 8 Feb 2013 4,888 miles
Pass 8 Feb 2012 4,664 miles
Pass 7 Feb 2011 4,173 miles
Pass 8 Feb 2010 3,745 miles
Pass 9 Feb 2009 3,261 miles
Pass 7 Feb 2008 2,801 miles
Pass 24 Jan 2007 2,168 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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AX53 PHJ is a 2004 Suzuki Alto in Red with a 1,061cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.9%.

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 AX53 PHJ, 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 AX53 PHJ registered?

AX53 PHJ is a 2004 Suzuki Alto, first registered on 31 January 2004.

Is AX53 PHJ safe to buy?

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