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BD54 VFU

2004 Suzuki Alto

Red Petrol 1061cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 Nov 2017
Tests13 (10 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate76.9%

Mileage

76,295 mi
Last recorded76,295 miles
Recorded on17 Nov 2016
Typical for 2004 Suzuki Alto41,126 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBD54 VFU
MakeSuzuki
ModelAlto
Year2004
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,061cc

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MOT History

10 pass 3 fail
Pass 17 Nov 2016 76,295 miles

oil leak

oil sump corroded

Pass 19 Nov 2015 74,130 miles
Fail 18 Nov 2015 74,122 miles

Nearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

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

Pass 18 Nov 2014 71,892 miles
Pass 9 Nov 2013 69,330 miles

Offside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

n/s/f tyre bald on inner edge.

n/s/r tyre perished.

o/s/f tyre bald on inner edge.

o/s/r tyre perished.

Pass 17 Nov 2012 66,380 miles
Pass 21 Nov 2011 63,581 miles
Fail 21 Nov 2011 63,581 miles

Nearside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Nearside rear brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.5a)

Pass 22 Nov 2010 61,425 miles

Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Pass 8 Dec 2009 58,353 miles
Pass 15 Dec 2008 47,470 miles
Fail 12 Dec 2008 47,425 miles

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Pass 11 Dec 2007 34,178 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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BD54 VFU is a 2004 Suzuki Alto in Red with a 1,061cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.9%.

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 BD54 VFU, 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 BD54 VFU registered?

BD54 VFU is a 2004 Suzuki Alto, first registered on 30 December 2004.

Is BD54 VFU safe to buy?

The MOT history for BD54 VFU shows 13 tests with a 76.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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