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BJ54 XFV

2004 Suzuki Alto

Black Petrol 1061cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Feb 2016
Tests11 (8 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate72.7%

Mileage

63,283 mi
Last recorded63,283 miles
Recorded on27 Feb 2015
Typical for 2004 Suzuki Alto41,126 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBJ54 XFV
MakeSuzuki
ModelAlto
Year2004
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,061cc

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MOT History

8 pass 3 fail
Pass 27 Feb 2015 63,283 miles

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

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

Offside Front Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)

Oil leak

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

Rear Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

nsr & osr shock absorbers reduced damping effect

osr wheel slight brake binding

Pass 5 Dec 2013 60,478 miles

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

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Nearside Front Front position lamp(s) damaged, but still visible from a reasonable distance (1.1.A.3d)

Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

Rear Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

osr wheel slight grabbing

Pass 7 Dec 2012 58,584 miles

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

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

Pass 13 Dec 2011 50,972 miles
Fail 13 Dec 2011 50,968 miles

Nearside Headlamp insecure (1.7.3)

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

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

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Rear Tyre(s) incorrect because different size tyres are fitted on the same axle. (4.1.A.1a)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 14 Dec 2010 42,721 miles

Nearside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Pass 15 Dec 2009 35,264 miles
Fail 14 Dec 2009 35,233 miles

Offside Front suspension has excessive play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

Pass 15 Dec 2008 25,436 miles
Fail 15 Dec 2008 25,435 miles

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

Pass 2 Nov 2007 15,127 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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BJ54 XFV is a 2004 Suzuki Alto in Black with a 1,061cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.7%.

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 BJ54 XFV, 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 BJ54 XFV registered?

BJ54 XFV is a 2004 Suzuki Alto, first registered on 22 November 2004.

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