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DF04 CVY

2004 Suzuki Alto

Silver Petrol 1061cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 Feb 2022
Tests19 (15 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate78.9%

Mileage

28,525 mi
Last recorded28,525 miles
Recorded on29 Jan 2021
Typical for 2004 Suzuki Alto41,126 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDF04 CVY
MakeSuzuki
ModelAlto
Year2004
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,061cc

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MOT History

15 pass 4 fail
Pass 29 Jan 2021 28,525 miles
Pass 22 Jan 2020 49,082 miles
Fail 22 Jan 2020 49,073 miles

Offside Front Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))

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

Nearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 13 Feb 2019 38,996 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 19 Jan 2018 29,739 miles

Offside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded to rear at the hose (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Front brake slight bind and discs and pads worn

front suspension arms and offside rear trailing arm corroding

Pass 20 Feb 2017 30,815 miles

Offside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

all springs rusted

Fail 20 Feb 2017 30,815 miles

Nearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

all springs rusted

Pass 5 Feb 2016 19,643 miles
Pass 11 Dec 2014 17,968 miles
Fail 11 Dec 2014 17,968 miles

Offside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Pass 10 Jun 2014 17,588 miles

Nail in offside rear tyre

Nearside Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

Offside Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

centre section of exhaust corroded

n/s/f tyre has sidewall damage

Pass 14 Jun 2013 15,856 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

Nearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

Offside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 13 Jun 2012 14,391 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2011 13,175 miles
Pass 9 Jun 2010 11,894 miles
Fail 9 Jun 2010 11,894 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 8 Jun 2009 10,445 miles

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

Pass 6 Jun 2008 9,030 miles
Pass 14 Jun 2007 7,883 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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DF04 CVY is a 2004 Suzuki Alto in Silver with a 1,061cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.9%.

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 DF04 CVY, 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 DF04 CVY registered?

DF04 CVY is a 2004 Suzuki Alto, first registered on 16 June 2004.

Is DF04 CVY safe to buy?

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