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AP55 AYU

2005 Suzuki Alto

Red Petrol 1061cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Jan 2025
Tests18 (14 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

46,133 mi
Last recorded46,133 miles
Recorded on27 Jan 2024
Typical for 2005 Suzuki Alto40,683 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAP55 AYU
MakeSuzuki
ModelAlto
Year2005
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,061cc

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MOT History

14 pass 4 fail
Pass 27 Jan 2024 46,133 miles

front brakes has slight bind

Pass 22 Nov 2022 34,819 miles
Fail 21 Nov 2022 34,819 miles

Horn not working (7.7 (a))

Offside Brake pipe excessively corroded rear from load valve to flexi (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 7 Aug 2018 34,781 miles
Fail 7 Aug 2018 34,781 miles

Horn not working (7.7 (a) (ii))

Windscreen wiper not working (3.4 (a))

Pass 3 Jul 2017 34,777 miles
Fail 3 Jul 2017 34,777 miles

Front Windscreen wiper not operating automatically when switched on (8.2.1b)

Pass 29 Jul 2016 34,774 miles
Pass 10 Jun 2015 34,769 miles
Pass 18 Jun 2014 34,752 miles
Fail 17 Jun 2014 34,747 miles

Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)

Nearside rear brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.5a)

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 22 Apr 2013 33,743 miles
Pass 18 May 2012 33,545 miles
Pass 23 Jun 2011 32,788 miles
Pass 10 Nov 2010 32,550 miles
Pass 1 Dec 2009 30,085 miles
Pass 17 Nov 2008 24,409 miles
Pass 27 Nov 2007 15,211 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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AP55 AYU is a 2005 Suzuki Alto in Red with a 1,061cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

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 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 AP55 AYU, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was AP55 AYU registered?

AP55 AYU is a 2005 Suzuki Alto, first registered on 25 November 2005.

Is AP55 AYU safe to buy?

The MOT history for AP55 AYU shows 18 tests with a 77.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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