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BG54 MDJ

2005 Suzuki Alto

Yellow Petrol 1061cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Nov 2018
Tests17 (10 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate58.8%

Mileage

66,676 mi
Last recorded66,676 miles
Recorded on9 Nov 2017
Typical for 2005 Suzuki Alto40,683 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBG54 MDJ
MakeSuzuki
ModelAlto
Year2005
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,061cc

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MOT History

10 pass 7 fail
Pass 9 Nov 2017 66,676 miles

Brake pipe slightly corroded multiple (3.6.B.2c)

vehicle undersealed

Fail 4 Nov 2017 66,672 miles

Front position lamp(s) not working both (1.1.A.3b)

Nearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded anti roll bar/ tie rod bracket (2.4.A.3) DANGEROUS

Brake pipe slightly corroded multiple (3.6.B.2c)

vehicle undersealed

Pass 16 Sep 2016 60,775 miles

Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

rear axle corroded

Fail 15 Sep 2016 60,773 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm corroded and seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm corroded and seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

Offside Inner Body or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings sill to floor (6.1.B.2)

Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

rear axle corroded

Pass 3 Mar 2015 52,707 miles
Fail 26 Feb 2015 52,686 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)

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

Offside Steering system has excessive free play detected at the steering wheel (steering rack fitted) (2.2.A.1b)

Pass 13 Sep 2013 43,120 miles
Fail 12 Sep 2013 43,113 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Front Steering rack gaiter split (2.2.D.2d)

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

Fail 12 Sep 2012 37,310 miles

Offside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 12 Sep 2012 37,310 miles
Pass 20 Oct 2011 35,945 miles

exhaust corroded

Fail 20 Oct 2011 35,945 miles

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

exhaust corroded

Fail 12 Oct 2010 32,796 miles

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

exhaust corroded

Pass 12 Oct 2010 32,796 miles

exhaust corroded

Pass 4 Nov 2009 30,266 miles
Pass 3 Apr 2009 28,788 miles
Pass 2 Feb 2008 22,288 miles

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

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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BG54 MDJ is a 2005 Suzuki Alto in Yellow with a 1,061cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 58.8%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 BG54 MDJ, 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 BG54 MDJ registered?

BG54 MDJ is a 2005 Suzuki Alto, first registered on 20 January 2005.

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