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BV05 LBN

2005 Suzuki Alto

Silver Petrol 1061cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 Jun 2018
Tests12 (10 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

15,935 mi
Last recorded15,935 miles
Recorded on7 Jun 2017
Typical for 2005 Suzuki Alto40,683 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBV05 LBN
MakeSuzuki
ModelAlto
Year2005
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,061cc

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MOT History

10 pass 2 fail
Pass 7 Jun 2017 15,935 miles
Fail 26 May 2017 15,925 miles

Brake pipe excessively corroded BOTH FRONT TO REAR (3.6.B.2c)

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

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

Pass 24 May 2016 14,933 miles
Pass 26 May 2015 13,958 miles

All tyres becoming perished/aged

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 22 May 2014 12,745 miles

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

rear silencer corroded

Pass 30 May 2013 11,757 miles

Oil leak

Pass 17 May 2012 10,489 miles
Fail 23 May 2011 8,965 miles

Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Oil leak

Pass 23 May 2011 8,965 miles

Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

Oil leak

Pass 24 May 2010 7,429 miles
Pass 27 May 2009 5,710 miles
Pass 29 May 2008 4,242 miles

Nearside Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

slight side wall damage to nearside front tyre

slight side wall damage to offside rear tyre

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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BV05 LBN is a 2005 Suzuki Alto in Silver with a 1,061cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 BV05 LBN, 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 BV05 LBN registered?

BV05 LBN is a 2005 Suzuki Alto, first registered on 31 March 2005.

Is BV05 LBN safe to buy?

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