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Suzuki Alto

Silver · Petrol · 2004 · 1,061 cc

LS04 DCUMOT history

LS04 DCU is a silver petrol Suzuki Alto first used on 30 Apr 2004. Its MOT expired on 15 Aug 2023 and it has passed 17 of 24 MOT tests, with 92,476 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 5 Sept 2023.

MOT
Expired
On 15 Aug 2023
Mileage
92,476 mi
At MOT on 5 Sept 2023
MOT tests
24
17 passed · 7 failed
Per year
3,483 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LS04 DCU
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
30 Apr 2004
MOT status
MOT expired on 15 Aug 2023
Latest MOT test
5 Sept 2023 (Fail)

Mileage history

LS04 DCU was last recorded at 92,476 miles on 5 Sept 2023, 1,074 miles more than at the previous MOT on 12 Aug 2022.

Mileage went down between tests

  • 8 Aug 2018: 86,458 miles, lower than 89,457 miles on 7 Aug 2018.
  • 14 Aug 2019: 86,062 miles, lower than 86,458 miles on 8 Aug 2018.

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
91,402 miles · 12 Aug 2022
Between the last two tests
1,074 miles
Average per year
3,483 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2023 – 92,476 miles
  • 2022 – 91,402 miles
  • 2021 – 90,825 miles
  • 2020 – 89,874 miles
  • 2019 – 86,064 miles
  • 2018 – 86,458 miles
  • 2017 – 83,458 miles
  • 2016 – 79,962 miles
  • 2015 – 76,038 miles
  • 2014 – 72,411 miles
  • 2013 – 69,054 miles
  • 2012 – 65,550 miles
  • 2011 – 61,441 miles
  • 2010 – 56,217 miles
  • 2009 – 51,153 miles
  • 2008 – 46,503 miles
  • 2007 – 35,465 miles

What the latest MOT found

Fail92,476 miles
  • DangerousIn my opinion this vehicle is dangerous to continue driving without having immediate repairs carried out !!!!!!!
  • DangerousNearside Front Macpherson strut mounting likely to fail excessively corroded and fractured (5.3.3 (b) (ii))
  • DangerousNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
  • DangerousOffside Front Macpherson strut mounting likely to fail excessively corroded and fractured (5.3.3 (b) (ii))
  • MajorBrake performance unable to be tested due to excessive corrosion and condition of front shock absorbers there is a risk of damage to the vehicle and or testing equipment/tester. (1.2.1 (g))
  • MajorEmissions unable to be completed vehicle began overheating and steam from front radiator / bumper, risk of damage to vehicle if continue. (8.2.1.2 (d))
  • MajorNearside Front Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced inner side sill holed (6.1.1 (c) (i))
  • MajorNearside Rear Wheel bearing rough when rotated (5.1.3 (b) (i))
  • MajorOffside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
  • MajorOffside Front Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced inner side sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))
  • MajorOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
  • MinorNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
  • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Main front to rear brake pipes corroded (1.1.11 (c))
  • AdvisoryGeneral corrosion to vehicle underside and components
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2021
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Steering rack inner tie rod slight play
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2021
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2021
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Steering rack inner tie rod slight play
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2021
  • AdvisoryRear wiper deteriorated

What MOT failures 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.

  • Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases front pipe

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018

  • Offside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated

    Minor2 MOTs, 2018

  • Offside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material to brake flex

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018

  • Oil leak, but not excessive sump bung

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018

  • Advise exhaust rear box in poor condition

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2014–2017

Full MOT history

24 tests since 24 Apr 2007, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Fail92,476 miles (+1,074)4 dangerous7 major2 minor11 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    92,476 miles
    Test number
    136491874443
    • DangerousIn my opinion this vehicle is dangerous to continue driving without having immediate repairs carried out !!!!!!!
    • DangerousNearside Front Macpherson strut mounting likely to fail excessively corroded and fractured (5.3.3 (b) (ii))
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • DangerousOffside Front Macpherson strut mounting likely to fail excessively corroded and fractured (5.3.3 (b) (ii))
    • MajorBrake performance unable to be tested due to excessive corrosion and condition of front shock absorbers there is a risk of damage to the vehicle and or testing equipment/tester. (1.2.1 (g))
    • MajorEmissions unable to be completed vehicle began overheating and steam from front radiator / bumper, risk of damage to vehicle if continue. (8.2.1.2 (d))
    • MajorNearside Front Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced inner side sill holed (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Wheel bearing rough when rotated (5.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced inner side sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MinorNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Main front to rear brake pipes corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryGeneral corrosion to vehicle underside and components
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Steering rack inner tie rod slight play
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Steering rack inner tie rod slight play
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear wiper deteriorated

  2. Pass91,402 miles3 minor8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Aug 2023
    Odometer
    91,402 miles
    Test number
    230390238297
    • MinorNearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt loosing grease (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • MinorNearside Front Upper Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt loosing grease (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryFluid leak, but not excessive slight coolant leak from thermostat housing (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Steering linkage ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner inner sill heavily corroded, holed, not in prescribed area
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Steering linkage ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner inner sill heavily corroded, holed, not in prescribed area
    • AdvisoryRear Service brake requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair both rear (1.2.1 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect both rear slightly (5.3.2 (d))
    • AdvisoryGeneral age related corrosion underside components including suspension components front and rear , brake pipes, all coil springs, both rear suspension arm and mounting points

  3. Fail91,402 miles (+577)4 major4 minor8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    91,402 miles
    Test number
    454518501676
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
    • MajorNearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))
    • MinorNearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt loosing grease (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • MinorNearside Front Upper Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • MinorNearside Front Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt loosing grease (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryFluid leak, but not excessive slight coolant leak from thermostat housing (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Steering linkage ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner inner sill heavily corroded, holed, not in prescribed area
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Steering linkage ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner inner sill heavily corroded, holed, not in prescribed area
    • AdvisoryRear Service brake requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair both rear (1.2.1 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect both rear slightly (5.3.2 (d))
    • AdvisoryGeneral age related corrosion underside components including suspension components front and rear , brake pipes, all coil springs, both rear suspension arm and mounting points

  4. Pass90,825 miles (+951)2 minor13 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Aug 2022
    Odometer
    90,825 miles
    Test number
    941638374050
    • MinorNearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt misting grease (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated misting grease but prevent ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryCoil spring corroded all four coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Upper windscreen stone chip damage
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive suspension arm mounting prescribed area and sill corroded (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing 155/65/R13 (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Steering linkage ball joint has slight play track rod inner has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive suspension arm mounting prescribed area and sill corroded (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Service brake requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair rear service brake/footbrake. (1.2.1 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect BOTH REAR (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryGeneral underbody corrosion

  5. Pass89,874 miles (+3,810)
    MOT expiry
    15 Aug 2021
    Odometer
    89,874 miles
    Test number
    762548096755

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Pass86,064 miles (+2)
    MOT expiry
    15 Aug 2020
    Odometer
    86,064 miles
    Test number
    610387426247

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Fail86,062 miles (-396)2 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    86,062 miles
    Test number
    455878846360
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • MajorRear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (1.2.1 (b) (i))

  8. Pass86,458 miles (-2,999)1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Aug 2019
    Odometer
    86,458 miles
    Test number
    521604830010
    • MinorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases front pipe (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material to brake flex (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive sump bung (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryAdvise exhaust rear box in poor condition

  9. Fail89,457 miles (+5,999)1 major1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    89,457 miles
    Test number
    750223277867
    • MajorOffside Front Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
    • MinorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases front pipe (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material to brake flex (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive sump bung (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryAdvise exhaust rear box in poor condition

  10. Pass83,458 miles (+3,496)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Aug 2018
    Odometer
    83,458 miles
    Test number
    535053464470
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  11. Pass79,962 miles (+3,924)
    MOT expiry
    15 Aug 2017
    Odometer
    79,962 miles
    Test number
    496346053730

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass76,038 miles (+3,627)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Aug 2016
    Odometer
    76,038 miles
    Test number
    646925538233
    • AdvisoryCentre Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases Rear of Front Pipe (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

  13. Pass72,411 miles2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    15 Aug 2015
    Odometer
    72,411 miles
    Test number
    236229714295
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • NoteRear Exhaust Section heavily corroded.

  14. Fail72,411 miles (+3,357)2 failures3 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    72,411 miles
    Test number
    685249914268
    • FailureNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • NoteRear Exhaust Section heavily corroded.
    • NoteRear Wiper Blade deteriorated.

  15. Pass69,054 miles (+3,504)
    MOT expiry
    15 Aug 2014
    Odometer
    69,054 miles
    Test number
    156316023285

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass65,550 miles (+4,109)
    MOT expiry
    15 Aug 2013
    Odometer
    65,550 miles
    Test number
    887966712244

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass61,441 miles1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    15 Aug 2012
    Odometer
    61,441 miles
    Test number
    797818421238
    • AdvisoryNearside Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • NoteN/S rear tyre cracking
    • NoteO/S rear tyre cracking

  18. Fail61,441 miles (+5,224)1 failure1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    61,441 miles
    Test number
    905828921273
    • FailureCentre Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • NoteN/S rear tyre cracking
    • NoteO/S rear tyre cracking

  19. Pass56,217 miles (+5,064)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    4 Aug 2011
    Odometer
    56,217 miles
    Test number
    283467210218
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • NoteOffside rear tyre starting to crack

  20. Pass51,153 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    4 Aug 2010
    Odometer
    51,153 miles
    Test number
    412027819282
    • NoteStone chip outside of swept area

  21. Fail51,153 miles (+4,650)3 failures1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    51,153 miles
    Test number
    222866519274
    • FailureFront Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • FailureFront brake disc excessively pitted (3.5.1h)
    • FailureNearside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter split (2.5.C.1a)
    • NoteStone chip outside of swept area

  22. Pass46,503 miles (+1,541)
    MOT expiry
    3 Aug 2009
    Odometer
    46,503 miles
    Test number
    900827518299

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass44,962 miles (+9,497)
    MOT expiry
    30 Apr 2009
    Odometer
    44,962 miles
    Test number
    560423018153

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Pass35,465 miles
    MOT expiry
    30 Apr 2008
    Odometer
    35,465 miles
    Test number
    651064017181

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LS04 DCU

Does LS04 DCU currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LS04 DCU expired on 15 Aug 2023, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LS04 DCU?
The MOT on LS04 DCU expired on 15 Aug 2023. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LS04 DCU done?
LS04 DCU was recorded at 92,476 miles at its MOT on 5 Sept 2023, an average of 3,483 miles a year.
Has LS04 DCU ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LS04 DCU has failed 7 of its 24 MOT tests, most recently on 5 Sept 2023.
Has the mileage on LS04 DCU ever gone down?
Yes. The recorded mileage was lower than at the previous test 2 times, first on 8 Aug 2018. This can be caused by a replacement instrument cluster, a recording error or odometer tampering.
What did the latest MOT on LS04 DCU find?
LS04 DCU failed its latest MOT on 5 Sept 2023 with 4 dangerous defects, 7 major defects, 2 minor defects and 11 advisories: in my opinion this vehicle is dangerous to continue driving without having immediate repairs carried out !!!!!!!; nearside front macpherson strut mounting likely to fail excessively corroded and fractured; nearside front tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, and 21 more.

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