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Suzuki Alto

Silver · Petrol · 2004 · 1,061 cc

LS53 JGFMOT history

LS53 JGF is a silver petrol Suzuki Alto first used on 28 Jan 2004. Its MOT expired on 12 Jul 2025 and it has passed 18 of 28 MOT tests, with 58,219 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 12 Jul 2024.

MOT
Expired
On 12 Jul 2025
Mileage
58,219 mi
At MOT on 12 Jul 2024
MOT tests
28
18 passed · 10 failed
Per year
3,081 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LS53 JGF
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
28 Jan 2004
MOT status
MOT expired on 12 Jul 2025
Latest MOT test
12 Jul 2024 (Pass)

Mileage history

LS53 JGF was last recorded at 58,219 miles on 12 Jul 2024, 6,971 miles more than at the previous MOT on 13 Jul 2023.

Mileage went down between tests

  • 4 Mar 2013: 17,592 miles, lower than 27,940 miles on 29 Feb 2012.

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
51,248 miles · 13 Jul 2023
Between the last two tests
6,971 miles
Average per year
3,081 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2024 – 58,219 miles
  • 2023 – 51,248 miles
  • 2022 – 49,970 miles
  • 2021 – 43,248 miles
  • 2020 – 38,301 miles
  • 2019 – 34,734 miles
  • 2018 – 31,761 miles
  • 2017 – 28,708 miles
  • 2016 – 25,654 miles
  • 2015 – 22,945 miles
  • 2014 – 19,950 miles
  • 2013 – 17,593 miles
  • 2012 – 27,940 miles
  • 2011 – 13,325 miles
  • 2010 – 10,961 miles
  • 2009 – 7,865 miles
  • 2008 – 5,252 miles
  • 2007 – 4,430 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass58,219 miles
  • MinorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
  • AdvisoryRear number plate deteriorated but unlikely to be misread
  • AdvisoryExhaust system corroded

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.

  • Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction

    Major3 MOTs, 2021–2023

  • Offside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2021–2022

  • Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

  • Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

  • Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources

    Minor2 MOTs, 2023

  • Offside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge has a crack too

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

Full MOT history

28 tests since 27 Jan 2007, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass58,219 miles (+6,971)1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Jul 2025
    Odometer
    58,219 miles
    Test number
    894778230015
    • MinorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryRear number plate deteriorated but unlikely to be misread
    • AdvisoryExhaust system corroded

  2. Pass51,248 miles (+4)1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Jul 2024
    Odometer
    51,248 miles
    Test number
    146441833082
    • MinorRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  3. Fail51,244 miles (+1,274)4 major1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    51,244 miles
    Test number
    250388585097
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
    • MajorNearside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced floor to sill (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • MajorOffside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced floor to sill (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • MinorRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  4. Pass49,970 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Mar 2023
    Odometer
    49,970 miles
    Test number
    822294980657
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Seat belt slightly damaged (7.1.2 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear o/s rear lamp slightly damaged

  5. Fail49,969 miles (+6,721)2 dangerous3 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    49,969 miles
    Test number
    424210935381
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
    • MajorNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Seat belt slightly damaged (7.1.2 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear o/s rear lamp slightly damaged

  6. Pass43,248 miles (+1)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Mar 2022
    Odometer
    43,248 miles
    Test number
    580970273869
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge has a crack too (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Indicator lamp outer lens damage

  7. Fail43,247 miles (+4,946)2 dangerous3 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    43,247 miles
    Test number
    811198536488
    • DangerousNearside Front Inner Brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Front Inner Brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
    • MajorOffside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge has a crack too (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Indicator lamp outer lens damage

  8. Pass38,301 miles (+3,567)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Mar 2021
    Odometer
    38,301 miles
    Test number
    420089395583
    • AdvisoryFront Inner Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Both sides (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  9. Pass34,734 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    5 Mar 2020
    Odometer
    34,734 miles
    Test number
    402707716561
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Nail in tyre

  10. Fail34,734 miles (+2,973)1 dangerous1 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    34,734 miles
    Test number
    170171622467
    • DangerousOffside Front Inner Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Nail in tyre

  11. Pass31,761 miles
    MOT expiry
    5 Mar 2019
    Odometer
    31,761 miles
    Test number
    653978368508

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Fail31,761 miles (+3,053)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    31,761 miles
    Test number
    735318757482
    • FailureFront Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

  13. Pass28,708 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Mar 2018
    Odometer
    28,708 miles
    Test number
    390789459585
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

  14. Fail28,708 miles (+3,054)3 repaired3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    28,708 miles
    Test number
    984815378643
    • Repaired at testNearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • Repaired at testOffside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

  15. Pass25,654 miles (+2,709)
    MOT expiry
    4 Mar 2017
    Odometer
    25,654 miles
    Test number
    324009355403

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass22,945 miles3 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    4 Mar 2016
    Odometer
    22,945 miles
    Test number
    326823765071
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteOil leak

  17. Fail22,945 miles (+2,995)4 failures3 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    22,945 miles
    Test number
    835152965042
    • FailureFront Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureNearside Front Front constant velocity joint is excessively worn (2.5.C.1b)
    • FailureNearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • FailureOffside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteOil leak

  18. Pass19,950 miles (+2,357)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    4 Mar 2015
    Odometer
    19,950 miles
    Test number
    717889554099
    • AdvisoryNearside Outer Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

  19. Pass17,593 miles (+1)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    4 Mar 2014
    Odometer
    17,593 miles
    Test number
    577914163098
    • NoteNon obligatory mirror insecure.
    • NoteOffside rear tyre cracked on side wall.

  20. Fail17,592 miles (-10,348)2 failures2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    17,592 miles
    Test number
    289033863022
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)
    • FailureOffside Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)
    • NoteNon obligatory mirror insecure.
    • NoteOffside rear tyre cracked on side wall.

  21. Pass27,940 miles (+14,615)
    MOT expiry
    28 Feb 2013
    Odometer
    27,940 miles
    Test number
    829860362019

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Fail13,325 miles1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    13,325 miles
    Test number
    417729451051
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

  23. Pass13,325 miles (+2,364)
    MOT expiry
    27 Feb 2012
    Odometer
    13,325 miles
    Test number
    477639651046

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Pass10,961 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    24 Feb 2011
    Odometer
    10,961 miles
    Test number
    241816150020
    • NoteO/s/rear and o/s/front tyres slightly dracked outer wall

  25. Fail10,961 miles (+3,096)2 repaired1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    10,961 miles
    Test number
    433986350012
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)
    • Repaired at testRear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • NoteO/s/rear and o/s/front tyres slightly dracked outer wall

  26. Pass7,865 miles (+2,613)
    MOT expiry
    28 Jan 2010
    Odometer
    7,865 miles
    Test number
    151602529010

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  27. Pass5,252 miles (+822)
    MOT expiry
    28 Jan 2009
    Odometer
    5,252 miles
    Test number
    312704328033

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  28. Pass4,430 miles
    MOT expiry
    28 Jan 2008
    Odometer
    4,430 miles
    Test number
    104677227435

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LS53 JGF

Does LS53 JGF currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LS53 JGF expired on 12 Jul 2025, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LS53 JGF?
The MOT on LS53 JGF expired on 12 Jul 2025. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LS53 JGF done?
LS53 JGF was recorded at 58,219 miles at its MOT on 12 Jul 2024, an average of 3,081 miles a year.
Has LS53 JGF ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LS53 JGF has failed 10 of its 28 MOT tests, most recently on 30 Jun 2023.
Has the mileage on LS53 JGF ever gone down?
Yes. The recorded mileage was lower than at the previous test once, first on 4 Mar 2013. This can be caused by a replacement instrument cluster, a recording error or odometer tampering.
What did the latest MOT on LS53 JGF find?
LS53 JGF passed its latest MOT on 12 Jul 2024 with 1 minor defect and 3 advisories: nearside front lower suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated; offside rear shock absorbers has light misting of oil; rear number plate deteriorated but unlikely to be misread, and 1 more.

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