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BU05 ZHV

2005 Suzuki Alto

Black Petrol 1061cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires10 May 2013
Tests5 (5 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

27,145 mi
Last recorded27,145 miles
Recorded on17 Apr 2012
Typical for 2005 Suzuki Alto40,683 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBU05 ZHV
MakeSuzuki
ModelAlto
Year2005
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,061cc

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MOT History

5 pass
Pass 17 Apr 2012 27,145 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2011 22,110 miles
Pass 11 May 2010 18,190 miles
Pass 26 Mar 2009 13,641 miles

Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

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)

Oil leak

Pass 27 Mar 2008 10,079 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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BU05 ZHV is a 2005 Suzuki Alto in Black with a 1,061cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 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 BU05 ZHV, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of BU05 ZHV?

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What year was BU05 ZHV registered?

BU05 ZHV is a 2005 Suzuki Alto, first registered on 31 March 2005.

Is BU05 ZHV safe to buy?

The MOT history for BU05 ZHV shows 5 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does BU05 ZHV have outstanding finance?

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