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BD04 EHV

2004 Suzuki Alto

Black Petrol 1061cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 Apr 2024
Tests20 (17 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate85%

Mileage

64,818 mi
Last recorded64,818 miles
Recorded on21 Mar 2023
Typical for 2004 Suzuki Alto41,126 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBD04 EHV
MakeSuzuki
ModelAlto
Year2004
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,061cc

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MOT History

17 pass 3 fail
Pass 21 Mar 2023 64,818 miles

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material all coated in sealant (1.1.11 (c))

Front Lower Suspension component corroded but not seriously weakened both sides (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Rear Coil spring corroded both sides (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Pass 22 Mar 2022 61,944 miles
Fail 16 Mar 2022 61,909 miles

Offside Front Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))

Pass 30 Mar 2021 61,475 miles
Pass 13 Mar 2020 60,960 miles

Offside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 27 Mar 2019 59,971 miles

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

Nearside Rear Brake cable damaged but not to excess cable support missing (1.1.15 (a))

Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both sides (1.1.11 (c))

suspect o/s/r brakecylinder problem

Fail 27 Mar 2019 59,972 miles

Offside Front Anti-roll bar insecurely attached split pin locking device missing (5.3.3 (a) (i))

Front Brake pipe inadequately clipped or supported new pipe under bonnet (1.1.11 (d) (i))

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

Nearside Rear Brake cable damaged but not to excess cable support missing (1.1.15 (a))

Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both sides (1.1.11 (c))

suspect o/s/r brakecylinder problem

Pass 22 Mar 2018 58,723 miles
Fail 20 Mar 2018 58,723 miles

Nearside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Front Front suspension ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Pass 17 Mar 2017 57,248 miles
Pass 22 Mar 2016 55,300 miles
Pass 18 Mar 2015 52,083 miles
Pass 25 Mar 2014 47,792 miles
Pass 29 Mar 2013 43,057 miles
Pass 3 Apr 2012 38,906 miles
Pass 28 Mar 2011 34,204 miles
Pass 24 Mar 2010 29,690 miles
Pass 16 Mar 2009 25,009 miles
Pass 1 Apr 2008 20,072 miles
Pass 29 Mar 2007 14,920 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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BD04 EHV is a 2004 Suzuki Alto in Black with a 1,061cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85%.

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 BD04 EHV, 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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BD04 EHV is a 2004 Suzuki Alto, first registered on 30 April 2004.

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