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CV04 VLA

2004 Suzuki Alto

Red Petrol 1061cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 May 2024
Tests21 (17 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate81%

Mileage

84,158 mi
Last recorded84,158 miles
Recorded on19 Apr 2023
Typical for 2004 Suzuki Alto41,126 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationCV04 VLA
MakeSuzuki
ModelAlto
Year2004
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,061cc

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MOT History

17 pass 4 fail
Pass 19 Apr 2023 84,158 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2022 78,608 miles
Pass 14 Apr 2021 70,357 miles
Fail 14 Apr 2021 70,357 miles

Offside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 4 May 2020 64,129 miles
Pass 21 Mar 2019 51,728 miles
Pass 5 Apr 2018 41,803 miles
Pass 25 Mar 2017 27,133 miles
Pass 5 Apr 2016 23,249 miles
Fail 5 Apr 2016 23,249 miles

Centre Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

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

Pass 10 Apr 2015 19,983 miles
Fail 3 Apr 2014 16,928 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 3 Apr 2014 16,928 miles
Pass 2 Apr 2013 13,425 miles
Fail 2 Apr 2013 13,422 miles

Offside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

Pass 10 Apr 2012 8,039 miles
Pass 4 Apr 2011 6,082 miles
Pass 7 Apr 2010 5,171 miles
Pass 7 Apr 2009 3,959 miles
Pass 7 Apr 2008 3,366 miles
Pass 5 Apr 2007 2,769 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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CV04 VLA is a 2004 Suzuki Alto in Red with a 1,061cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81%.

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 CV04 VLA, 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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What year was CV04 VLA registered?

CV04 VLA is a 2004 Suzuki Alto, first registered on 31 March 2004.

Is CV04 VLA safe to buy?

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