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AK05 PVL

2005 Suzuki Alto

Red Petrol 1061cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 May 2019
Tests17 (11 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate64.7%

Mileage

60,826 mi
Last recorded60,826 miles
Recorded on26 Apr 2019
Typical for 2005 Suzuki Alto40,683 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAK05 PVL
MakeSuzuki
ModelAlto
Year2005
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,061cc

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MOT History

11 pass 6 fail
Fail 26 Apr 2019 60,826 miles

Offside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))

Nearside Front Tyre tread pattern not visible over the whole tread area when minimum depth required is 1.0mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Rear Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is corroded to the extent that control of the vehicle is likely to be adversely affected (5.3.6 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Tyre tread pattern not visible over the whole tread area when minimum depth required is 1.0mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 1 May 2018 56,912 miles

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

Fail 1 May 2018 56,911 miles

Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

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

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 27 Apr 2017 50,728 miles
Fail 25 Apr 2017 50,713 miles

Nearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)

Offside Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)

Pass 27 Apr 2016 47,166 miles

Brake pipe slightly corroded both front (3.6.B.2c)

Suspension spring mounting prescribed area modified, but not inappropriately both rear on axal (2.4.A.3)

Fail 30 Apr 2015 43,333 miles

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 30 Apr 2015 43,333 miles
Pass 1 May 2014 39,348 miles

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

Pass 3 May 2013 35,464 miles
Pass 23 Apr 2012 30,897 miles
Pass 4 May 2011 26,631 miles
Pass 6 May 2010 22,545 miles
Pass 29 Apr 2009 17,521 miles
Fail 29 Apr 2009 17,521 miles

Nearside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Pass 22 Apr 2008 12,918 miles
Fail 21 Apr 2008 12,918 miles

Nearside Front brake disc excessively pitted (3.5.1h)

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

Offside Front brake disc excessively pitted (3.5.1h)

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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AK05 PVL is a 2005 Suzuki Alto in Red with a 1,061cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 64.7%.

Across all 2005 Suzuki Alto models, the average MOT pass rate is 68.8% with a typical mileage of 40,683 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 AK05 PVL, 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 21 years old, this Suzuki Alto is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was AK05 PVL registered?

AK05 PVL is a 2005 Suzuki Alto, first registered on 3 May 2005.

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