MOT Status
ExpiredMileage
68,311 miSignificantly above average — investigate
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Nearside Front Direction indicators incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
Nearside Windscreen wiper blade missing (8.2.2)
Offside Headlamp not in good working order adversely affecting beam image (1.2.4a)
Nearside Windscreen wiper blade missing (8.2.2)
Offside Inner Front Lower Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)
Nearside Rear Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)
How Reliable is the Suzuki Alto?
Based on 1,154,186 MOT tests across 84,341 vehicles.
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D478 JRL is a 1986 Suzuki Alto in Red with a 796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.
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 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 D478 JRL, 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.
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What year was D478 JRL registered?
D478 JRL is a 1986 Suzuki Alto, first registered on 1 August 1986.
Is D478 JRL safe to buy?
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