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AV05 XAB

2005 Suzuki Alto

Silver Petrol 1061cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 Jul 2018
Tests12 (10 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

97,752 mi
Last recorded97,752 miles
Recorded on16 Jul 2018
Typical for 2005 Suzuki Alto40,683 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAV05 XAB
MakeSuzuki
ModelAlto
Year2005
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,061cc

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MOT History

10 pass 2 fail
Fail 16 Jul 2018 97,752 miles

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))

Exhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively blade rubber smears screen (3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively blade rubber smears screen (3.4 (b) (ii))

Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2mm (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge tyre nailed and on 2mm (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 14 Jun 2017 86,507 miles

Central Exhaust system corroded

Nearside Front Wheel has a slight brake bind.

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

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

Offside Front wheel has slight brake bind

Pass 28 Jun 2016 77,387 miles

Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened both (2.4.G.1)

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

Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

Fail 27 Jun 2016 77,353 miles

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

Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened both (2.4.G.1)

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

Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

Pass 6 Jul 2015 70,428 miles
Pass 14 Jul 2014 62,391 miles
Pass 13 Jul 2013 51,475 miles
Pass 14 Jul 2012 43,632 miles
Pass 28 May 2011 33,570 miles
Pass 5 Jun 2010 25,296 miles
Pass 24 Apr 2009 18,958 miles
Pass 26 Apr 2008 14,550 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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AV05 XAB is a 2005 Suzuki Alto in Silver with a 1,061cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 AV05 XAB, 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 AV05 XAB registered?

AV05 XAB is a 2005 Suzuki Alto, first registered on 20 April 2005.

Is AV05 XAB safe to buy?

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