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BG54 OXJ

2004 Suzuki Alto

Black Petrol 1061cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 Sep 2018
Tests15 (11 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate73.3%

Mileage

25,948 mi
Last recorded25,948 miles
Recorded on18 Sep 2017
Typical for 2004 Suzuki Alto41,126 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBG54 OXJ
MakeSuzuki
ModelAlto
Year2004
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,061cc

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MOT History

11 pass 4 fail
Pass 18 Sep 2017 25,948 miles

Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt both (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)

under body corroded

Pass 24 Feb 2016 25,480 miles

Nearside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Offside Front Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

Offside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Pass 18 Feb 2015 24,705 miles

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)

Fail 18 Feb 2015 24,705 miles

Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)

Nearside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Offside Front Anti-lock braking system component excessively damaged (3.4.2)

Rear Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)

Battery insecure (1.9.1)

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)

Pass 25 Feb 2014 23,788 miles

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

Pass 26 Feb 2013 22,800 miles
Fail 26 Feb 2013 22,800 miles

Centre Rear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Fail 29 Feb 2012 21,362 miles

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

Offside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

rear exhaust corroding

Pass 29 Feb 2012 21,362 miles

rear exhaust corroding

Pass 9 Mar 2011 19,978 miles

Nearside Rear Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.D.4)

both front discs corroded and pitted

Pass 15 Mar 2010 18,644 miles
Pass 16 Mar 2009 17,630 miles
Pass 18 Mar 2008 16,716 miles
Fail 12 Nov 2007 14,986 miles

Nearside Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Offside Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 12 Nov 2007 14,986 miles

Nearside Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Offside Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

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 OXJ is a 2004 Suzuki Alto in Black with a 1,061cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.3%.

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 BG54 OXJ, 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 BG54 OXJ registered?

BG54 OXJ is a 2004 Suzuki Alto, first registered on 13 November 2004.

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