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A131 DPF

1983 Suzuki Alto

White Petrol 796cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Jul 2013
Tests9 (6 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

62,239 mi
Last recorded62,239 miles
Recorded on31 Jul 2012
Typical for 1983 Suzuki Alto45,726 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationA131 DPF
MakeSuzuki
ModelAlto
Year1983
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine796cc

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MOT History

6 pass 3 fail
Pass 31 Jul 2012 62,239 miles

Nearside front tyre slightly perished

Fail 16 Feb 2012 62,233 miles

Centre Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Nearside Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Offside Front Subframe mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Nearside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b) DANGEROUS

Nearside front tyre slightly perished

Oil leak

Pass 1 Mar 2011 59,717 miles
Fail 28 Feb 2011 59,717 miles

Offside Front Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Pass 15 Apr 2010 56,202 miles

bushes front and back on leaf springs cracking n/s and o/s

o/s/f tyre cracking outer sidewall

o/s/r outer sill corroded

Pass 18 Mar 2009 53,997 miles
Pass 11 Sep 2007 53,854 miles
Pass 13 Jan 2006 53,823 miles

as per test number 302052416052

Fail 12 Jan 2006 53,804 miles

Nearside Rear Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

both rear and offside front tyres perished.

corrosion in vehicle generally.

nearside mirror glass missing.

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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A131 DPF is a 1983 Suzuki Alto in White with a 796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

Across all 1983 Suzuki Alto models, the average MOT pass rate is 72.0% with a typical mileage of 45,726 miles. This particular vehicle has a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 A131 DPF, 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 43 years old, this Suzuki Alto is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was A131 DPF registered?

A131 DPF is a 1983 Suzuki Alto, first registered on 11 August 1983.

Is A131 DPF safe to buy?

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