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AU55 VLZ

2005 Suzuki Alto

Black Petrol 1061cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires10 Sep 2014
Tests8 (6 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

27,100 mi
Last recorded27,100 miles
Recorded on2 Sep 2013
Typical for 2005 Suzuki Alto40,683 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAU55 VLZ
MakeSuzuki
ModelAlto
Year2005
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,061cc

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MOT History

6 pass 2 fail
Pass 2 Sep 2013 27,100 miles

Nearside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Offside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

exhaust system in poor condition

n/s/f tyre perished

o/s/f tyre persihed

Pass 4 Sep 2012 24,744 miles

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

Fail 4 Sep 2012 24,744 miles

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

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

Nearside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

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

Pass 16 Aug 2011 21,933 miles

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

Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

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)

coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Pass 17 Aug 2010 18,891 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

both front brake discs heavily corroded

Pass 13 Aug 2009 16,491 miles

Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Fail 12 Aug 2009 16,490 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Pass 9 Sep 2008 12,055 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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AU55 VLZ is a 2005 Suzuki Alto in Black with a 1,061cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 AU55 VLZ, 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 AU55 VLZ registered?

AU55 VLZ is a 2005 Suzuki Alto, first registered on 10 September 2005.

Is AU55 VLZ safe to buy?

The MOT history for AU55 VLZ shows 8 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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