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E35 HDG

1987 Suzuki Alto

Blue Petrol 796cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires24 Aug 2014
Tests12 (8 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

36,831 mi
Last recorded36,831 miles
Recorded on23 Aug 2013
Typical for 1987 Suzuki Alto48,548 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationE35 HDG
MakeSuzuki
ModelAlto
Year1987
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine796cc

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MOT History

8 pass 4 fail
Pass 23 Aug 2013 36,831 miles

n/s/r wheel partially binding

Pass 21 Aug 2012 36,107 miles
Fail 21 Aug 2012 36,103 miles

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

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

Offside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

Offside Front Anti-roll bar rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

general corrosion at rear underside of car.

n/s/f door mirror not fitted.

Pass 25 Aug 2011 35,864 miles
Fail 25 Aug 2011 35,862 miles

Nearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter insecurely mounted to its housing (2.5.C.1a)

Offside Front Brake actuating linkage mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (3.3.A.2)

Offside Rear Passenger's seat insecure (6.2.A.1)

Front Anti-roll bar rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

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

Pass 27 Aug 2010 35,610 miles

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

some corrosion in vehicle structure

Pass 4 Sep 2009 35,108 miles
Fail 21 Aug 2009 35,077 miles

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

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

centre and rear exhaust corroded

Pass 23 Sep 2008 34,558 miles

n/s/f inner cv boot split

n/s/f inner tyre sidewall perished

o/s and n/s repeater lamps not in clean condition

Pass 27 Sep 2007 339,047 miles
Pass 26 Sep 2006 33,107 miles
Fail 13 Sep 2006 33,051 miles

Front Body or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)

Nearside Front wheel bearing has excessive play (2.5.A.3c)

Windscreen wiper blade deteriorated (8.2.2)

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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E35 HDG is a 1987 Suzuki Alto in Blue with a 796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

Across all 1987 Suzuki Alto models, the average MOT pass rate is 67.2% with a typical mileage of 48,548 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 E35 HDG, 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 39 years old, this Suzuki Alto is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was E35 HDG registered?

E35 HDG is a 1987 Suzuki Alto, first registered on 22 August 1987.

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