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BD05 VBJ

2005 Suzuki Alto

Red Petrol 1061cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires8 Sep 2026
Tests19 (17 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate89.5%

Mileage

41,209 mi
Last recorded41,209 miles
Recorded on8 Sep 2025
Typical for 2005 Suzuki Alto40,683 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBD05 VBJ
MakeSuzuki
ModelAlto
Year2005
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,061cc

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MOT History

17 pass 2 fail
Pass 8 Sep 2025 41,209 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened nearside and offside (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

underbody/components corroded

Pass 9 Sep 2024 37,622 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened nearside and offside (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

underbody corrosion

Pass 28 Aug 2023 35,031 miles
Pass 15 Feb 2022 30,802 miles
Pass 18 Feb 2021 29,855 miles

under body corrosion

Pass 12 Jan 2019 28,787 miles
Fail 12 Jan 2019 28,787 miles

Front Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Front Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Pass 17 Jan 2018 27,612 miles
Pass 6 Mar 2017 26,454 miles
Pass 7 Apr 2016 25,520 miles
Fail 7 Apr 2016 25,520 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 8 Apr 2015 24,048 miles
Pass 9 Apr 2014 22,344 miles
Pass 10 Apr 2013 20,733 miles
Pass 13 Apr 2012 18,675 miles
Pass 18 Apr 2011 16,728 miles
Pass 13 Apr 2010 14,153 miles
Pass 20 Apr 2009 11,533 miles
Pass 23 Apr 2008 8,297 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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BD05 VBJ is a 2005 Suzuki Alto in Red with a 1,061cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 89.5%.

Across all 2005 Suzuki Alto models, the average MOT pass rate is 68.8% with a typical mileage of 40,683 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 BD05 VBJ, 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 21 years old, this Suzuki Alto is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was BD05 VBJ registered?

BD05 VBJ is a 2005 Suzuki Alto, first registered on 7 May 2005.

Is BD05 VBJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for BD05 VBJ shows 19 tests with a 89.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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