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E383 XGC

1987 Suzuki Alto

Silver Petrol 796cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 Nov 2014
Tests12 (9 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

32,231 mi
Last recorded32,231 miles
Recorded on8 Nov 2013
Typical for 1987 Suzuki Alto48,548 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationE383 XGC
MakeSuzuki
ModelAlto
Year1987
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine796cc

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MOT History

9 pass 3 fail
Pass 8 Nov 2013 32,231 miles
Fail 9 Nov 2012 31,912 miles

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

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 9 Nov 2012 31,912 miles
Pass 7 Nov 2011 31,738 miles
Pass 4 Nov 2010 31,388 miles
Pass 12 Nov 2009 31,038 miles
Fail 12 Nov 2009 31,038 miles

Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 12 Nov 2008 30,633 miles
Pass 16 Nov 2007 3,034 miles

Both rear brake lines slighty corroded.

Front radius arm bushes perished.

Fail 7 Nov 2007 3,033 miles

Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

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

Both rear brake lines slighty corroded.

Front radius arm bushes perished.

Pass 8 Nov 2006 29,880 miles
Pass 8 Nov 2005 29,419 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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E383 XGC is a 1987 Suzuki Alto in Silver with a 796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 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 E383 XGC, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was E383 XGC registered?

E383 XGC is a 1987 Suzuki Alto, first registered on 7 November 1987.

Is E383 XGC safe to buy?

The MOT history for E383 XGC shows 12 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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