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BW05 AAJ

2005 Suzuki Alto

Blue Petrol 1061cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 Nov 2023
Tests17 (14 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate82.4%

Mileage

56,406 mi
Last recorded56,406 miles
Recorded on17 Nov 2022
Typical for 2005 Suzuki Alto40,683 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBW05 AAJ
MakeSuzuki
ModelAlto
Year2005
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,061cc

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MOT History

14 pass 3 fail
Pass 17 Nov 2022 56,406 miles
Pass 17 Nov 2021 44,182 miles
Pass 31 Jul 2019 43,428 miles

Back box outer skin corroded

Battery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Front to rear section (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Front to rear section (1.1.11 (c))

Fail 31 Jul 2019 43,428 miles

Nearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt Insecure (6.1.7 (g) (ii))

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt Split (6.1.7 (g) (ii))

Nearside Front Inner Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 1.54mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Back box outer skin corroded

Battery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Front to rear section (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Front to rear section (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 3 Jul 2018 37,116 miles

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Fail 29 Jun 2018 37,109 miles

Nearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength mounting (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 10 Jul 2017 36,711 miles

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

Pass 15 Jul 2016 33,968 miles
Pass 22 Jul 2015 30,647 miles
Pass 9 Jul 2014 27,888 miles
Pass 26 Jul 2013 25,312 miles

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

Pass 13 Jul 2012 22,130 miles
Pass 25 Jul 2011 18,696 miles
Pass 26 Jul 2010 13,479 miles

N/S/F tyre worn almost to core due to low tyre pressures

Pass 23 Jul 2009 8,446 miles
Pass 16 Jul 2008 2,655 miles
Fail 16 Jul 2008 2,655 miles

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

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

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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BW05 AAJ is a 2005 Suzuki Alto in Blue with a 1,061cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 82.4%.

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 BW05 AAJ, 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 BW05 AAJ registered?

BW05 AAJ is a 2005 Suzuki Alto, first registered on 28 July 2005.

Is BW05 AAJ safe to buy?

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