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BW53 NLF

2004 Suzuki Alto

Yellow Petrol 1061cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 Nov 2017
Tests12 (9 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

79,920 mi
Last recorded79,920 miles
Recorded on2 Nov 2016
Typical for 2004 Suzuki Alto41,126 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBW53 NLF
MakeSuzuki
ModelAlto
Year2004
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,061cc

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MOT History

9 pass 3 fail
Pass 2 Nov 2016 79,920 miles

under floor and suspension arms have light corrosion

Pass 22 Oct 2015 75,406 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2013 75,393 miles
Pass 23 Mar 2012 71,409 miles
Fail 19 Mar 2011 60,269 miles

Nail in offside rear tyre

Offside Front Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

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

Pass 19 Mar 2011 60,269 miles

Nail in offside rear tyre

Offside Front Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)

Pass 8 Mar 2010 50,474 miles
Pass 9 Mar 2009 40,675 miles
Fail 9 Mar 2009 40,675 miles

Front brake disc excessively pitted (3.5.1h)

Pass 31 Mar 2008 31,422 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Front brake disc slightly scored (3.5.1h)

Pass 24 Mar 2007 22,387 miles
Fail 24 Mar 2007 22,387 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

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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BW53 NLF is a 2004 Suzuki Alto in Yellow with a 1,061cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 BW53 NLF, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was BW53 NLF registered?

BW53 NLF is a 2004 Suzuki Alto, first registered on 18 February 2004.

Is BW53 NLF safe to buy?

The MOT history for BW53 NLF shows 12 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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