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BG04 PWF

2004 Suzuki Alto

Silver Petrol 1061cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 Nov 2020
Tests16 (13 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate81.3%

Mileage

73,927 mi
Last recorded73,927 miles
Recorded on28 Oct 2019
Typical for 2004 Suzuki Alto41,126 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBG04 PWF
MakeSuzuki
ModelAlto
Year2004
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,061cc

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MOT History

13 pass 3 fail
Pass 28 Oct 2019 73,927 miles

offside front brake binding slightly

offside front brake pads look low

Fail 25 Oct 2019 73,925 miles

Emissions not tested blowing exhaust (8.2.1.2 (d))

Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Fuel tank insecure corrosion to floor (6.1.3 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))

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

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

offside front brake binding slightly

offside front brake pads look low

Pass 1 Nov 2018 67,442 miles

Part of rear exhaust missing but not causing any problems.

Pass 5 Oct 2017 61,139 miles

steel brake pipes beginning to corrode

Pass 7 Oct 2016 56,227 miles
Pass 9 Oct 2015 52,706 miles
Pass 13 Oct 2014 49,328 miles
Fail 13 Oct 2014 49,328 miles

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

Pass 11 Oct 2013 43,655 miles
Pass 2 Nov 2012 39,173 miles

Centre Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Pass 3 Nov 2011 32,196 miles
Pass 2 Nov 2010 27,046 miles
Pass 13 Oct 2009 25,372 miles
Fail 13 Oct 2009 25,372 miles

Exhaust emissions hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

Pass 7 Oct 2008 24,938 miles
Pass 12 Oct 2007 24,190 miles

Nearside Rear Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Offside Rear Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

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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BG04 PWF is a 2004 Suzuki Alto in Silver with a 1,061cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.3%.

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 BG04 PWF, 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 BG04 PWF registered?

BG04 PWF is a 2004 Suzuki Alto, first registered on 6 April 2004.

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