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Suzuki Alto

Silver · Petrol · 2004 · 1,061 cc

LB53 VFWMOT history

LB53 VFW is a silver petrol Suzuki Alto first used on 5 Feb 2004. Its MOT expired on 18 Apr 2023 and it has passed 16 of 20 MOT tests, with 48,586 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 19 Apr 2022.

MOT
Expired
On 18 Apr 2023
Mileage
48,586 mi
At MOT on 19 Apr 2022
MOT tests
20
16 passed · 4 failed
Per year
2,892 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LB53 VFW
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Suzuki
Model
Alto
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,061 cc
Year of manufacture
2004
First used
5 Feb 2004
MOT status
MOT expired on 18 Apr 2023
Latest MOT test
19 Apr 2022 (Pass)

Mileage history

LB53 VFW was last recorded at 48,586 miles on 19 Apr 2022, 9,722 miles more than at the previous MOT on 1 Jul 2021.

Mileage went down between tests

  • 5 Mar 2009: 8,065 miles, lower than 65,380 miles on 5 Feb 2008.

A replacement instrument cluster, a recording error at the test or odometer tampering can cause this.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFailMileage went down
Previous MOT
38,864 miles · 1 Jul 2021
Between the last two tests
9,722 miles
Average per year
2,892 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2022 – 48,586 miles
  • 2021 – 38,864 miles
  • 2020 – 27,390 miles
  • 2019 – 22,532 miles
  • 2018 – 20,943 miles
  • 2017 – 18,118 miles
  • 2016 – 15,788 miles
  • 2015 – 14,226 miles
  • 2014 – 12,901 miles
  • 2013 – 12,298 miles
  • 2012 – 11,729 miles
  • 2011 – 10,795 miles
  • 2010 – 9,514 miles
  • 2009 – 8,065 miles
  • 2008 – 65,380 miles
  • 2007 – 4,596 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass48,586 miles
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Integral body structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security infront of trailing arm (6.2.2 (d) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Integral body structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security infront of trailing arm (6.2.2 (d) (i))
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryRear exhaust silencer is corroded
  • AdvisoryRear floor pan signs of surface corrosion.

What MOT advisories mean

Recurring issues

Items recorded at more than one earlier MOT but not at the latest one. Repeat advisories can show maintenance that was put off.

  • Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Corroded inner faces

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

Full MOT history

20 tests since 1 Feb 2007, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass48,586 miles (+9,722)7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Apr 2023
    Odometer
    48,586 miles
    Test number
    376413168148
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Integral body structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security infront of trailing arm (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Integral body structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security infront of trailing arm (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear exhaust silencer is corroded
    • AdvisoryRear floor pan signs of surface corrosion.

  2. Pass38,864 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Jul 2022
    Odometer
    38,864 miles
    Test number
    567884859286
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Corroded inner faces (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

  3. Fail38,864 miles (+11,474)7 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    38,864 miles
    Test number
    387514292881
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
    • MajorNearside Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced Inner sill (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Service brake effort inadequate at a wheel (1.2.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
    • MajorRear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorService brake efficiency below requirements (1.2.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Corroded inner faces (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  4. Pass27,390 miles (+4,858)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Jul 2021
    Odometer
    27,390 miles
    Test number
    597647303655
    • AdvisoryFront Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened both (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge and perished (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge wearing on inner edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing both slightly perished (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  5. Pass22,532 miles (+1,589)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Jul 2020
    Odometer
    22,532 miles
    Test number
    153517818551
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  6. Pass20,943 miles (+2,825)
    MOT expiry
    9 May 2019
    Odometer
    20,943 miles
    Test number
    855022513685

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Pass18,118 miles (+2,330)
    MOT expiry
    4 Mar 2018
    Odometer
    18,118 miles
    Test number
    827233315493

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Pass15,788 miles (+1,562)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Mar 2017
    Odometer
    15,788 miles
    Test number
    393000780684
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)
    • AdvisoryOil leak
    • AdvisoryTyres perishing

  9. Pass14,226 miles (+1,325)
    MOT expiry
    4 Mar 2016
    Odometer
    14,226 miles
    Test number
    605783065006

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass12,901 miles (+603)2 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    4 Mar 2015
    Odometer
    12,901 miles
    Test number
    607832364096
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)
    • NoteOil leak (rocker cover gasket)
    • NoteRear wiper blade split

  11. Pass12,298 miles (+569)1 note
    MOT expiry
    4 Mar 2014
    Odometer
    12,298 miles
    Test number
    645588453060
    • NoteOFFSIDE FRONT TYRE ON LEGAL LMIT

  12. Pass11,729 miles1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    4 Mar 2013
    Odometer
    11,729 miles
    Test number
    158291962021
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteOil leak

  13. Fail11,729 miles (+934)3 repaired1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    11,729 miles
    Test number
    498451362040
    • Repaired at testFront Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • Repaired at testNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • Repaired at testOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteOil leak

  14. Pass10,795 miles (+1,281)
    MOT expiry
    4 Mar 2012
    Odometer
    10,795 miles
    Test number
    198771861406

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass9,514 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    4 Mar 2011
    Odometer
    9,514 miles
    Test number
    411271960009
    • NoteBoth front tyres wearing on inner edges

  16. Fail9,513 miles (+1,448)2 failures1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    9,513 miles
    Test number
    894061960065
    • FailureNearside Front Road wheel badly damaged (4.2.A.1a)
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)
    • NoteBoth front tyres wearing on inner edges

  17. Pass8,065 miles
    MOT expiry
    4 Mar 2010
    Odometer
    8,065 miles
    Test number
    703334169055

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Fail8,065 miles (-57,315)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    8,065 miles
    Test number
    831464369017
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Road wheel bead rim badly distorted (4.2.A.1a)

  19. Pass65,380 miles (+60,784)
    MOT expiry
    5 Feb 2009
    Odometer
    65,380 miles
    Test number
    642756438030

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass4,596 miles
    MOT expiry
    5 Feb 2008
    Odometer
    4,596 miles
    Test number
    811862937005

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LB53 VFW

Does LB53 VFW currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LB53 VFW expired on 18 Apr 2023, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LB53 VFW?
The MOT on LB53 VFW expired on 18 Apr 2023. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LB53 VFW done?
LB53 VFW was recorded at 48,586 miles at its MOT on 19 Apr 2022, an average of 2,892 miles a year.
Has LB53 VFW ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LB53 VFW has failed 4 of its 20 MOT tests, most recently on 28 Jun 2021.
Has the mileage on LB53 VFW ever gone down?
Yes. The recorded mileage was lower than at the previous test once, first on 5 Mar 2009. This can be caused by a replacement instrument cluster, a recording error or odometer tampering.
What did the latest MOT on LB53 VFW find?
LB53 VFW passed its latest MOT on 19 Apr 2022 with 7 advisories: nearside front coil spring corroded; nearside rear integral body structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security infront of trailing arm; offside front coil spring corroded, and 4 more.

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