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BC04 TZA

2004 Suzuki Alto

Red Petrol 1061cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 Jan 2022
Tests21 (14 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

60,105 mi
Last recorded60,105 miles
Recorded on13 Jan 2021
Typical for 2004 Suzuki Alto41,126 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBC04 TZA
MakeSuzuki
ModelAlto
Year2004
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,061cc

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MOT History

14 pass 7 fail
Pass 13 Jan 2021 60,105 miles
Pass 20 Jan 2020 59,150 miles
Pass 10 Dec 2018 55,105 miles
Fail 10 Dec 2018 55,105 miles

Nearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))

Offside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Pass 12 Dec 2017 52,200 miles
Fail 12 Dec 2017 52,200 miles

Offside Rear position lamp(s) has a product on the lens so it is not visible from a reasonable distance (1.1.A.3d)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 19 Dec 2016 49,126 miles
Pass 19 Dec 2015 44,532 miles
Pass 23 Dec 2014 40,085 miles

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

Fail 23 Dec 2014 40,078 miles

Nearside Front All position lamps not working (1.1.A.3b)

Nearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Front All position lamps not working (1.1.A.3b)

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

Offside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

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

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

Pass 14 Dec 2013 35,681 miles

Nearside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

offside rear lamp slightly damaged

Fail 14 Dec 2013 35,681 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Nearside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

offside rear lamp slightly damaged

Pass 31 Dec 2012 30,083 miles

O/S/R lamp slightly damaged but it has taped up with red tape

Rear Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Rear exhaust box deteriorated

Fail 31 Dec 2012 30,083 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

O/S/R lamp slightly damaged but it has taped up with red tape

Rear Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Rear exhaust box deteriorated

Fail 16 Nov 2011 23,401 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

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

Pass 16 Nov 2011 23,401 miles
Pass 4 Nov 2010 18,129 miles

off side front wing damaged

Fail 4 Nov 2010 18,129 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

Offside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

Offside Side repeater excessively damaged so that it is not visible from a reasonable distance (1.4.A.2e)

Offside Side repeater incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Side repeater insecure (1.4.A.2b)

off side front wing damaged

Pass 14 Oct 2009 12,266 miles
Pass 23 Jul 2008 6,240 miles
Pass 27 Jun 2007 3,326 miles

N/S/F DOOR MIRROR GLASS DAMAGED

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

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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BC04 TZA is a 2004 Suzuki Alto in Red with a 1,061cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 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 BC04 TZA, 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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BC04 TZA is a 2004 Suzuki Alto, first registered on 16 July 2004.

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