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A479 REG

1984 Suzuki Alto

Blue Petrol 796cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 May 2012
Tests6 (6 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

26,038 mi
Last recorded26,038 miles
Recorded on12 Apr 2011
Typical for 1984 Suzuki Alto32,450 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationA479 REG
MakeSuzuki
ModelAlto
Year1984
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine796cc

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MOT History

6 pass
Pass 12 Apr 2011 26,038 miles
Pass 22 Apr 2010 25,683 miles
Pass 15 Apr 2009 25,177 miles
Pass 30 Apr 2008 24,691 miles
Pass 11 Apr 2007 24,248 miles

Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

hand brake travel at limits

Pass 12 Apr 2006 23,909 miles

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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A479 REG is a 1984 Suzuki Alto in Blue with a 796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1984 Suzuki Alto models, the average MOT pass rate is 80.2% with a typical mileage of 32,450 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

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 A479 REG, 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 42 years old, this Suzuki Alto is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was A479 REG registered?

A479 REG is a 1984 Suzuki Alto, first registered on 10 April 1984.

Is A479 REG safe to buy?

The MOT history for A479 REG shows 6 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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