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BN54 SXV

2004 Suzuki Alto

Red Petrol 1061cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 Oct 2019
Tests14 (12 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

44,971 mi
Last recorded44,971 miles
Recorded on9 Oct 2018
Typical for 2004 Suzuki Alto41,126 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBN54 SXV
MakeSuzuki
ModelAlto
Year2004
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,061cc

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MOT History

12 pass 2 fail
Pass 9 Oct 2018 44,971 miles

Nearside Front Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Anti roll bar mount is corroded (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Pass 11 Oct 2017 42,002 miles

Nearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Rear exhaust is corroded

Fail 11 Oct 2017 42,002 miles

Nearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Rear exhaust is corroded

Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Pass 11 Oct 2016 38,170 miles

All Brake pipes coated in underseal

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

Nearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded x2 (3.6.B.2c)

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

Offside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded x2 (3.6.B.2c)

Rear exhaust silencer box is slightly corroded

Fail 11 Oct 2016 38,170 miles

All Brake pipes coated in underseal

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

Nearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded x2 (3.6.B.2c)

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

Offside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded x2 (3.6.B.2c)

Rear exhaust silencer box is slightly corroded

Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

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

Pass 7 Oct 2015 34,837 miles

Nearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Nearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 15 Oct 2014 30,633 miles
Pass 9 Oct 2013 26,537 miles
Pass 10 Sep 2012 22,199 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

Nearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

Offside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

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

front and rear suspension and brake components have surface corrosion

n/s front tyre 3mm

o/s and n/s front tyres wearing on inner edges [stepped up tread area]

rear exhaust box has corrosion to outer skin

Pass 15 Sep 2011 21,462 miles

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

Nearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

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

Offside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

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

Rear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Pass 21 Sep 2010 19,073 miles

both front beake discs minor wear and some minor corrosion

Pass 16 Sep 2009 16,075 miles
Pass 19 Sep 2008 13,053 miles
Pass 19 Sep 2007 9,955 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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BN54 SXV is a 2004 Suzuki Alto in Red with a 1,061cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 BN54 SXV, 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 BN54 SXV registered?

BN54 SXV is a 2004 Suzuki Alto, first registered on 24 September 2004.

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