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BW04 JWE

2004 Suzuki Alto

Silver Petrol 1061cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Jun 2018
Tests15 (11 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate73.3%

Mileage

26,574 mi
Last recorded26,574 miles
Recorded on6 Jun 2017
Typical for 2004 Suzuki Alto41,126 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBW04 JWE
MakeSuzuki
ModelAlto
Year2004
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,061cc

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MOT History

11 pass 4 fail
Pass 6 Jun 2017 26,574 miles

engine light on dash

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

Pass 31 May 2016 23,501 miles

Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

center silencer corroded not blowing

engine light on dash

Fail 31 May 2016 23,501 miles

Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

center silencer corroded not blowing

engine light on dash

Pass 6 Jun 2015 20,597 miles

rear silencer corroded

Fail 6 Jun 2015 20,594 miles

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

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Nearside Front brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Offside Front brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Offside Rear rear brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.5a)

rear silencer corroded

Pass 7 Jun 2014 18,208 miles

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

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

rear silencer corroded not blowing

Fail 1 Jun 2013 15,326 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

centre silencer starting to corrode

Pass 1 Jun 2013 15,326 miles

centre silencer starting to corrode

Pass 9 Jun 2012 12,516 miles
Pass 17 Jun 2011 10,081 miles

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

Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

both front brake discs corroded

Pass 17 Jun 2010 8,786 miles

Front registration plate delaminated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

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

Rear registration plate delaminated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

front brake discs corroded

Pass 24 Jun 2009 8,055 miles

Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Fail 24 Jun 2009 8,055 miles

Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 12 Jun 2008 7,203 miles
Pass 19 Jun 2007 5,701 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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BW04 JWE is a 2004 Suzuki Alto in Silver 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 BW04 JWE, 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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BW04 JWE is a 2004 Suzuki Alto, first registered on 29 June 2004.

Is BW04 JWE safe to buy?

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