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C142 WNX

1986 Suzuki Alto

Blue Petrol 796cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 Apr 2024
Tests22 (18 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate81.8%

Mileage

29,691 mi
Last recorded29,691 miles
Recorded on20 Apr 2023
Typical for 1986 Suzuki Alto45,618 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationC142 WNX
MakeSuzuki
ModelAlto
Year1986
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine796cc

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MOT History

18 pass 4 fail
Pass 20 Apr 2023 29,691 miles

Front Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Windscreen wiper blade defective both (3.4 (b) (i))

Pass 16 Apr 2022 29,666 miles
Pass 16 Jan 2021 29,435 miles

Offside Front Passenger seat(s) missing at time of test ()

Pass 16 Jan 2020 29,122 miles
Pass 9 Oct 2018 29,108 miles
Fail 9 Oct 2018 29,108 miles

Oil leaking excessively from engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 2 Oct 2017 28,967 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

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

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

both front wings corroded

Pass 10 Oct 2016 28,706 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Pass 12 Oct 2015 28,451 miles

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

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

Fail 12 Oct 2015 28,451 miles

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

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

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

Pass 14 Oct 2014 28,139 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Pass 11 Oct 2013 278,624 miles
Pass 10 Oct 2012 27,523 miles

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

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

Pass 4 Oct 2011 27,249 miles
Pass 5 Oct 2010 26,832 miles

all tyres have cracking on inside tyre walls

Pass 2 Oct 2009 26,286 miles
Fail 30 Sep 2009 26,276 miles

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

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

Pass 2 Oct 2008 25,610 miles
Fail 1 Oct 2008 25,610 miles

Emissions not tested (7.0)

Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Pass 3 Oct 2007 24,773 miles
Pass 11 Oct 2006 23,830 miles
Pass 10 Oct 2005 22,697 miles

oil leak

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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C142 WNX is a 1986 Suzuki Alto in Blue with a 796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.8%.

Across all 1986 Suzuki Alto models, the average MOT pass rate is 71.3% with a typical mileage of 45,618 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 C142 WNX, 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 40 years old, this Suzuki Alto is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was C142 WNX registered?

C142 WNX is a 1986 Suzuki Alto, first registered on 23 January 1986.

Is C142 WNX safe to buy?

The MOT history for C142 WNX shows 22 tests with a 81.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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