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EK03 VBJ

2003 Suzuki Alto

Blue Petrol 1061cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Mar 2018
Tests18 (12 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

51,190 mi
Last recorded51,190 miles
Recorded on31 Mar 2017
Typical for 2003 Suzuki Alto41,530 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEK03 VBJ
MakeSuzuki
ModelAlto
Year2003
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,061cc

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MOT History

12 pass 6 fail
Pass 31 Mar 2017 51,190 miles
Fail 31 Mar 2017 51,190 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 27 Feb 2016 46,470 miles

oil leak

rear exhaust hanger broken

Pass 14 Mar 2015 44,104 miles

Oil leak

both rear tyres perished

rear exhaust box suport brakit broken

Fail 14 Mar 2015 44,104 miles

Offside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Oil leak

both rear tyres perished

rear exhaust box suport brakit broken

Pass 8 Mar 2014 41,335 miles
Fail 8 Mar 2014 41,335 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 16 Mar 2013 37,198 miles
Fail 16 Mar 2013 37,198 miles

Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

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

both front tyres bold on the inner edge

Pass 10 Mar 2012 33,860 miles

rear tyres perishing on treads x 2

Fail 16 Mar 2011 29,529 miles

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

Pass 16 Mar 2011 29,529 miles
Pass 13 Mar 2010 25,880 miles
Pass 7 Mar 2009 21,719 miles
Pass 15 Mar 2008 16,215 miles

E,M,L, on.

Pass 23 Feb 2007 12,044 miles
Fail 23 Feb 2007 12,044 miles

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper blade deteriorated (8.2.2)

Offside Front Windscreen wiper blade deteriorated (8.2.2)

Pass 18 Feb 2006 7,953 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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EK03 VBJ is a 2003 Suzuki Alto in Blue with a 1,061cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 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 EK03 VBJ, 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 EK03 VBJ registered?

EK03 VBJ is a 2003 Suzuki Alto, first registered on 17 March 2003.

Is EK03 VBJ safe to buy?

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