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BF04 EXU

2004 Suzuki Alto

Red Petrol 1061cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 Feb 2019
Tests13 (9 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate69.2%

Mileage

72,998 mi
Last recorded72,998 miles
Recorded on13 Feb 2018
Typical for 2004 Suzuki Alto41,126 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBF04 EXU
MakeSuzuki
ModelAlto
Year2004
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,061cc

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MOT History

9 pass 4 fail
Pass 13 Feb 2018 72,998 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Fail 2 Feb 2018 72,856 miles

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Nearside 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)

Offside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Pass 31 Jan 2017 68,556 miles

EXHAUST OUTER SKIN BREAKING AWAY

Front PADS LOW

Fail 31 Jan 2017 68,553 miles

Front Headlamp insecure BOTH (1.7.3)

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Nearside Front Road wheel distorted (4.2.A.1a)

Nearside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt AND OFFSIDE FRONT (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

EXHAUST OUTER SKIN BREAKING AWAY

Front PADS LOW

Pass 12 Jan 2016 65,066 miles
Fail 9 Jan 2016 65,066 miles

Front brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened BOTH (3.5.1i)

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Nearside Side repeater not working (1.4.A.2c)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

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

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

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

Pass 13 Jun 2013 34,999 miles
Fail 10 Jun 2013 34,999 miles

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

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

Pass 20 Mar 2012 20,386 miles
Pass 11 Feb 2010 17,211 miles

rear screen wash not working

Pass 17 Feb 2009 14,654 miles
Pass 19 Feb 2008 12,624 miles
Pass 20 Feb 2007 11,306 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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BF04 EXU 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 69.2%.

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 BF04 EXU, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was BF04 EXU registered?

BF04 EXU is a 2004 Suzuki Alto, first registered on 1 March 2004.

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