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A89 DPY

1983 Suzuki Alto

Red Petrol 796cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires31 May 2014
Tests11 (8 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate72.7%

Mileage

22,075 mi
Last recorded22,075 miles
Recorded on31 May 2013
Typical for 1983 Suzuki Alto45,726 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationA89 DPY
MakeSuzuki
ModelAlto
Year1983
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine796cc

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MOT History

8 pass 3 fail
Pass 31 May 2013 22,075 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.4)

Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Fail 30 May 2013 22,062 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Nearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Nearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

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

Exhaust noisy (7.1.4)

Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Pass 25 May 2012 21,935 miles
Pass 26 May 2011 21,631 miles

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

Pass 13 May 2010 21,225 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2009 20,929 miles

Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Pass 15 May 2008 20,477 miles
Fail 15 May 2008 20,477 miles

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

Pass 18 May 2007 20,002 miles
Pass 19 May 2006 19,301 miles
Fail 17 May 2006 19,301 miles

Nearside Front Front suspension has excessive play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper blade deteriorated (8.2.2)

Nearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

Offside Front Front suspension has excessive play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

Offside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

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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A89 DPY is a 1983 Suzuki Alto in Red with a 796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.7%.

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 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 A89 DPY, 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 A89 DPY registered?

A89 DPY is a 1983 Suzuki Alto, first registered on 1 September 1983.

Is A89 DPY safe to buy?

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