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CU03 ZVE

2003 Suzuki Alto

Silver Petrol 1061cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 May 2018
Tests14 (11 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate78.6%

Mileage

59,951 mi
Last recorded59,951 miles
Recorded on23 May 2017
Typical for 2003 Suzuki Alto41,530 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationCU03 ZVE
MakeSuzuki
ModelAlto
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,061cc

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MOT History

11 pass 3 fail
Pass 23 May 2017 59,951 miles

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

coolant radiator mounting corroded

Pass 14 May 2016 53,076 miles
Pass 8 Jul 2014 52,979 miles
Fail 7 Jul 2014 52,979 miles

Nearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)

Offside Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)

Pass 5 Jul 2013 52,586 miles
Pass 28 Jun 2012 52,141 miles

Nearside Obligatory mirror damaged, but not seriously affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)

Rear Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Pass 7 Jul 2011 51,744 miles
Fail 6 Jul 2011 51,744 miles

Nearside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

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

Both Front Brake Discs Badly corrodid on Inner Face

N/s/rear tyre flat

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Radiator Lower Mount Corrodid Away

Rear Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Pass 9 Jul 2010 51,261 miles

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

LOWER RADIATOR BRACKET DETERIATED .

Offside Front Seat belt damaged but not affecting the operation of the belt (5.2.2a)

Pass 7 Jul 2009 50,844 miles

Nearside Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Suspension joint nearside lower dust cover split/missing

Pass 11 Sep 2008 46,358 miles
Pass 15 Sep 2007 41,385 miles
Pass 22 Aug 2006 32,360 miles
Fail 19 Aug 2006 32,219 miles

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

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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CU03 ZVE is a 2003 Suzuki Alto in Silver with a 1,061cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.6%.

Across all 2003 Suzuki Alto models, the average MOT pass rate is 67.8% with a typical mileage of 41,530 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 CU03 ZVE, 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 23 years old, this Suzuki Alto is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was CU03 ZVE registered?

CU03 ZVE is a 2003 Suzuki Alto, first registered on 18 July 2003.

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