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Suzuki Alto

Silver · Petrol · 2003 · 1,061 cc

LX53 ZWJMOT history

LX53 ZWJ is a silver petrol Suzuki Alto first used on 2 Sept 2003. Its MOT expired on 22 Mar 2025 and it has passed 20 of 27 MOT tests, with 96,954 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 23 Mar 2024.

MOT
Expired
On 22 Mar 2025
Mileage
96,954 mi
At MOT on 23 Mar 2024
MOT tests
27
20 passed · 7 failed
Per year
4,983 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LX53 ZWJ
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Suzuki
Model
Alto
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,061 cc
Year of manufacture
2003
First used
2 Sept 2003
MOT status
MOT expired on 22 Mar 2025
Latest MOT test
23 Mar 2024 (Pass)

Mileage history

LX53 ZWJ was last recorded at 96,954 miles on 23 Mar 2024, 3,452 miles more than at the previous MOT on 10 Mar 2023.

Mileage went down between tests

  • 2 Nov 2007: 17,908 miles, lower than 77,988 miles on 1 Nov 2007.
  • 2 Mar 2015: 56,983 miles, lower than 70,605 miles on 4 Mar 2014.
  • 18 Mar 2020: 8,618 miles, lower than 85,439 miles on 6 Mar 2019.

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
93,502 miles · 10 Mar 2023
Between the last two tests
3,452 miles
Average per year
4,983 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2024 – 96,954 miles
  • 2023 – 93,502 miles
  • 2022 – 90,161 miles
  • 2021 – 87,263 miles
  • 2020 – 8,618 miles
  • 2019 – 85,439 miles
  • 2018 – 84,040 miles
  • 2017 – 82,553 miles
  • 2016 – 79,722 miles
  • 2015 – 75,606 miles
  • 2014 – 70,605 miles
  • 2013 – 64,125 miles
  • 2012 – 56,983 miles
  • 2011 – 50,339 miles
  • 2010 – 48,389 miles
  • 2009 – 37,036 miles
  • 2008 – 28,071 miles
  • 2007 – 17,908 miles
  • 2006 – 9,582 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass96,954 miles
  • MinorOffside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded Both rear (5.3.1 (b) (i))

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.

  • Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2011–2012

  • Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2011–2012

  • Nearside Rear Coil spring corroded

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022–2023

  • Offside Rear Coil spring corroded

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022–2023

  • Nearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020–2022

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020–2022

Full MOT history

27 tests since 2 Sept 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass96,954 miles (+3,452)1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Mar 2025
    Odometer
    96,954 miles
    Test number
    367105432674
    • MinorOffside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded Both rear (5.3.1 (b) (i))

  2. Pass93,502 miles (+3,341)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Mar 2024
    Odometer
    93,502 miles
    Test number
    499345498575
    • AdvisoryNearside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Inner Suspension component mounting prescribed area damaged but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Inner Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))

  3. Pass90,161 miles (+2,898)1 minor8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Mar 2023
    Odometer
    90,161 miles
    Test number
    968916084948
    • MinorNearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint worn, but not excessively (6.1.7 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Inner Integral body structure is modified but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Inner Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

  4. Pass87,263 miles (+78,645)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Mar 2022
    Odometer
    87,263 miles
    Test number
    182078216245
    • AdvisoryFront Inner Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryBoth rear coil springs very rusty

  5. Pass8,618 miles (-76,821)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Mar 2021
    Odometer
    8,618 miles
    Test number
    852761319244
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  6. Pass85,439 miles (+1,399)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Mar 2020
    Odometer
    85,439 miles
    Test number
    324311162353
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryN/s/r rear brake back plate slightly corroded

  7. Pass84,040 miles
    MOT expiry
    10 Mar 2019
    Odometer
    84,040 miles
    Test number
    170566116081

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Fail84,037 miles (+1,484)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    84,037 miles
    Test number
    552295183763
    • FailureRear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (3.7.B.5b)

  9. Pass82,553 miles (+2,831)
    MOT expiry
    10 Mar 2018
    Odometer
    82,553 miles
    Test number
    612926613224

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass79,722 miles (+4,116)
    MOT expiry
    10 Mar 2017
    Odometer
    79,722 miles
    Test number
    244138005786

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass75,606 miles
    MOT expiry
    10 Mar 2016
    Odometer
    75,606 miles
    Test number
    305411165082

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Fail56,983 miles (-13,622)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    56,983 miles
    Test number
    619351165072
    • Repaired at testCentre Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

  13. Pass70,605 miles
    MOT expiry
    10 Mar 2015
    Odometer
    70,605 miles
    Test number
    776533364051

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Fail70,602 miles (+6,477)2 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    70,602 miles
    Test number
    108753964094
    • FailureFront Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)
    • FailureNearside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  15. Pass64,125 miles (+7,142)4 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    10 Mar 2014
    Odometer
    64,125 miles
    Test number
    715823663005
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Obligatory mirror damaged, but not seriously affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • NoteRear exhaust slightly corroded

  16. Pass56,983 miles
    MOT expiry
    10 Mar 2013
    Odometer
    56,983 miles
    Test number
    529179752003

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Fail56,968 miles (+6,629)2 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    56,968 miles
    Test number
    529179652035
    • FailureNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • FailureNearside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  18. Pass50,339 miles2 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    10 Mar 2012
    Odometer
    50,339 miles
    Test number
    177270171494
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteFront brake discs corroded and worn and front brake pads low
    • NoteNearside rear tyre two nail's in tread

  19. Fail50,339 miles (+1,950)4 failures2 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    50,339 miles
    Test number
    948276861083
    • FailureNearside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter split (2.5.C.1a)
    • FailureNearside Rear wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.6.1)
    • FailureOffside Outer Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • FailureOffside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter split (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteFront brake discs corroded and worn and front brake pads low
    • NoteNearside rear tyre two nail's in tread

  20. Pass48,389 miles (+11,353)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    1 Nov 2011
    Odometer
    48,389 miles
    Test number
    912163290230
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

  21. Pass37,036 miles (+8,965)
    MOT expiry
    1 Nov 2010
    Odometer
    37,036 miles
    Test number
    603062409387

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass28,071 miles
    MOT expiry
    1 Nov 2009
    Odometer
    28,071 miles
    Test number
    571703708310

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Fail28,070 miles (+10,162)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    28,070 miles
    Test number
    482083308369
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

  24. Pass17,908 miles (-60,080)
    MOT expiry
    1 Nov 2008
    Odometer
    17,908 miles
    Test number
    762246607398

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Fail77,988 miles (+68,406)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    77,988 miles
    Test number
    324165307326
    • FailureNearside Front Front passenger door cannot be opened from outside the vehicle (6.2.B.1b)
    • FailureNearside Rear Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

  26. Pass9,582 miles (+113)
    MOT expiry
    19 Oct 2007
    Odometer
    9,582 miles
    Test number
    112523096261

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  27. Pass9,469 miles
    MOT expiry
    2 Sept 2007
    Odometer
    9,469 miles
    Test number
    582305246258

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LX53 ZWJ

Does LX53 ZWJ currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LX53 ZWJ expired on 22 Mar 2025, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LX53 ZWJ?
The MOT on LX53 ZWJ expired on 22 Mar 2025. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LX53 ZWJ done?
LX53 ZWJ was recorded at 96,954 miles at its MOT on 23 Mar 2024, an average of 4,983 miles a year.
Has LX53 ZWJ ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LX53 ZWJ has failed 7 of its 27 MOT tests, most recently on 16 Feb 2018.
Has the mileage on LX53 ZWJ ever gone down?
Yes. The recorded mileage was lower than at the previous test 3 times, first on 2 Nov 2007. This can be caused by a replacement instrument cluster, a recording error or odometer tampering.
What did the latest MOT on LX53 ZWJ find?
LX53 ZWJ passed its latest MOT on 23 Mar 2024 with 1 minor defect and 2 advisories: offside front drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated; oil leak, but not excessive; rear coil spring corroded both rear.

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