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DN53 VUL

2004 Suzuki Alto

Red Petrol 1061cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 May 2022
Tests19 (14 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate73.7%

Mileage

130,399 mi
Last recorded130,399 miles
Recorded on26 May 2021
Typical for 2004 Suzuki Alto41,126 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDN53 VUL
MakeSuzuki
ModelAlto
Year2004
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,061cc

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MOT History

14 pass 5 fail
Pass 26 May 2021 130,399 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 18 Feb 2020 130,394 miles
Fail 20 Jun 2019 130,385 miles

Nearside Rear Service brake has no recorded effort at a wheel (1.2.1 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Service brake has no recorded effort at a wheel (1.2.1 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 2 Mar 2018 130,315 miles
Fail 15 Feb 2018 130,305 miles

Nearside Lower Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded centre floor (5.2.6)

Nearside Steering rack gaiter split (2.2.D.2d)

Offside Rear Lower Suspension component mounting prescribed area is deliberately modified which significantly reduces the original strength cill (2.4.A.3)

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

Pass 17 Feb 2017 128,827 miles
Pass 19 Feb 2016 126,543 miles
Fail 19 Feb 2016 126,542 miles

Nearside Front Braking system leaking flexy caliper (3.6.A.1)

Pass 6 Feb 2015 123,441 miles
Fail 4 Feb 2015 123,441 miles

Nearside Front passenger door cannot be opened from outside the vehicle (6.2.B.1b)

Offside Front suspension has excessive play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 7 Feb 2014 118,128 miles

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

Pass 16 Jan 2013 109,164 miles
Pass 23 Jan 2012 98,544 miles
Pass 17 Jan 2011 85,075 miles
Pass 26 Jan 2010 71,123 miles
Fail 26 Jan 2009 56,158 miles

Rear Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Pass 26 Jan 2009 56,158 miles
Pass 31 Jan 2008 42,176 miles
Pass 31 Jan 2007 29,959 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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DN53 VUL is a 2004 Suzuki Alto in Red with a 1,061cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.7%.

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 DN53 VUL, 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 DN53 VUL registered?

DN53 VUL is a 2004 Suzuki Alto, first registered on 14 February 2004.

Is DN53 VUL safe to buy?

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