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AP09 EWE

2009 Suzuki Alto

Red Petrol 996cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 May 2019
Tests12 (7 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate58.3%

Mileage

126,799 mi
Last recorded126,799 miles
Recorded on15 May 2018
Typical for 2009 Suzuki Alto45,458 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAP09 EWE
MakeSuzuki
ModelAlto
Year2009
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine996cc

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MOT History

7 pass 5 fail
Pass 15 May 2018 126,799 miles

Oil leak ()

Wipers on continuously

Pass 10 May 2017 120,020 miles

Oil leak ()

Fail 8 May 2017 120,015 miles

Electronic stability system switch faulty (3.4.5)

Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)

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

Nearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Nearside Front wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.5.A.2)

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Offside Front wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.5.A.2)

Oil leak ()

Pass 10 May 2016 113,224 miles

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

Fail 10 May 2016 113,222 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

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

Pass 16 May 2015 101,110 miles

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

offside front tyre on 3mm tread nearside front tyre small cut but not showing cord

Fail 16 May 2015 101,110 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Offside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

offside front tyre on 3mm tread nearside front tyre small cut but not showing cord

Pass 22 Mar 2014 79,999 miles

Nearside front and offside rear tyres are bald on outer edges

Fail 22 Mar 2014 79,999 miles

Nearside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Offside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Nearside front and offside rear tyres are bald on outer edges

Pass 23 Mar 2013 57,484 miles

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

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Fail 23 Mar 2013 57,484 miles

Nearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

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

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Pass 27 Mar 2012 38,454 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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AP09 EWE is a 2009 Suzuki Alto in Red with a 996cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 58.3%.

Across all 2009 Suzuki Alto models, the average MOT pass rate is 76.5% with a typical mileage of 45,458 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 AP09 EWE, 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 17 years old, this Suzuki Alto is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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AP09 EWE is a 2009 Suzuki Alto, first registered on 8 July 2009.

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