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AJ04 HJE

2004 Suzuki Alto

Black Petrol 1061cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires4 Aug 2026
Tests22 (18 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate81.8%

Mileage

9,636 mi
Last recorded9,636 miles
Recorded on5 Aug 2025
Typical for 2004 Suzuki Alto41,126 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAJ04 HJE
MakeSuzuki
ModelAlto
Year2004
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,061cc

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MOT History

18 pass 4 fail
Pass 5 Aug 2025 9,636 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Offside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Fail 4 Aug 2025 9,636 miles

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction Engine MIL inoperative (8.2.1.2 (h))

Offside Front Shock absorbers insecurely attached Fractured cause by heavily corroded (5.3.2 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing corroded (5.3.2 (b))

Nearside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Offside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 26 Jul 2024 9,190 miles

Nearside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Fail 25 Jul 2024 9,188 miles

Rear Brakes imbalanced across an axle (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Nearside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 4 Jul 2023 8,491 miles

Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Fail 30 Jun 2023 8,485 miles

Service brake efficiency below requirements (1.2.2 (a) (i))

Rear Coil spring corroded both rear springs (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Pass 30 Oct 2021 7,538 miles
Pass 8 Oct 2020 7,277 miles

oil leak engine

Pass 16 Apr 2019 7,109 miles
Pass 13 Apr 2018 7,032 miles

brake pipes slightly corroded

Pass 11 Apr 2017 6,791 miles
Pass 3 May 2016 6,492 miles
Pass 18 Mar 2015 6,047 miles
Pass 10 Mar 2014 5,023 miles

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

Pass 25 Mar 2013 4,159 miles
Pass 26 Mar 2012 3,443 miles
Pass 23 Mar 2011 27,463 miles
Fail 23 Mar 2011 27,450 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 15 Mar 2010 2,058 miles
Pass 16 Mar 2009 1,814 miles
Pass 19 Mar 2008 1,614 miles
Pass 14 Mar 2007 1,341 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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AJ04 HJE is a 2004 Suzuki Alto in Black with a 1,061cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.8%.

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 AJ04 HJE, 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 AJ04 HJE registered?

AJ04 HJE is a 2004 Suzuki Alto, first registered on 31 March 2004.

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