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AR51 FHE

2002 Suzuki Alto

Red Petrol 993cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 Aug 2015
Tests14 (9 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate64.3%

Mileage

76,545 mi
Last recorded76,545 miles
Recorded on31 Jul 2014
Typical for 2002 Suzuki Alto45,951 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAR51 FHE
MakeSuzuki
ModelAlto
Year2002
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine993cc

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MOT History

9 pass 5 fail
Pass 31 Jul 2014 76,545 miles
Fail 28 Jul 2014 76,531 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

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

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

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

Pass 15 Aug 2013 67,388 miles

rear silencer corroded

Fail 10 Aug 2013 67,374 miles

Front Lower Suspension arm has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

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

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

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

rear silencer corroded

Pass 6 Jun 2012 55,871 miles
Fail 6 Jun 2012 55,871 miles

Offside Front Obligatory mirror missing (8.1.1)

Pass 14 Jun 2011 44,619 miles
Fail 14 Jun 2011 44,619 miles

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

Pass 21 Apr 2010 39,773 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Fail 21 Apr 2010 39,768 miles

Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Nearside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter split (2.5.C.1a)

Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 17 Apr 2009 35,323 miles

rear exhaust starting to blow,

Pass 18 Apr 2008 28,714 miles
Pass 25 Apr 2007 22,494 miles
Pass 26 Apr 2006 15,351 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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AR51 FHE is a 2002 Suzuki Alto in Red with a 993cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 64.3%.

Across all 2002 Suzuki Alto models, the average MOT pass rate is 66.9% with a typical mileage of 45,951 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 AR51 FHE, 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 24 years old, this Suzuki Alto is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was AR51 FHE registered?

AR51 FHE is a 2002 Suzuki Alto, first registered on 1 February 2002.

Is AR51 FHE safe to buy?

The MOT history for AR51 FHE shows 14 tests with a 64.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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