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DF53 WTL

2004 Suzuki Alto

Black Petrol 1061cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 Aug 2018
Tests18 (11 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate61.1%

Mileage

88,014 mi
Last recorded88,014 miles
Recorded on3 Aug 2017
Typical for 2004 Suzuki Alto41,126 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDF53 WTL
MakeSuzuki
ModelAlto
Year2004
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,061cc

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MOT History

11 pass 7 fail
Pass 3 Aug 2017 88,014 miles
Fail 18 Jul 2017 88,011 miles

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

Nearside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded to rear (3.6.B.2c)

Nearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded hose to wheel cylinder (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded to rear (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded hose to wheel cylinder (3.6.B.2c)

Nearside Rear Nail in tyre ()

Pass 23 Apr 2016 76,315 miles

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

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

Fail 22 Apr 2016 76,315 miles

Offside Lower Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

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

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

Fail 17 Oct 2014 63,292 miles

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

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

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

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

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 17 Oct 2014 63,292 miles

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

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

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

Pass 18 Oct 2013 52,271 miles
Fail 18 Oct 2013 52,269 miles

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

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

Pass 22 Oct 2012 44,584 miles
Pass 28 Oct 2011 37,709 miles

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

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

Pass 26 Jan 2011 35,165 miles

both front wheel's binding

Fail 26 Jan 2011 35,165 miles

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

both front wheel's binding

Pass 4 Feb 2010 32,004 miles
Fail 4 Feb 2010 32,004 miles

Exhaust has part of the system excessively deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Pass 29 Jan 2009 29,408 miles

Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Nearside Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Offside Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

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

Pass 30 Jan 2008 23,863 miles
Pass 31 Jan 2007 18,625 miles
Fail 30 Jan 2007 18,625 miles

Front brake disc excessively pitted (3.5.1h)

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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DF53 WTL is a 2004 Suzuki Alto in Black with a 1,061cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 61.1%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 DF53 WTL, 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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DF53 WTL is a 2004 Suzuki Alto, first registered on 25 January 2004.

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