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GP51 LWZ

2002 Suzuki Alto

Blue Petrol 993cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 Jul 2013
Tests10 (8 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

94,198 mi
Last recorded94,198 miles
Recorded on4 Jul 2013
Typical for 2002 Suzuki Alto45,951 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGP51 LWZ
MakeSuzuki
ModelAlto
Year2002
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine993cc

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MOT History

8 pass 2 fail
Fail 4 Jul 2013 94,198 miles

Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content at idle excessive (7.3.D.4)

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

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

E/M/L LAMP ON /ON DASH

N/S/F O/S/F wings corrosion on lower part of wings

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

O/S/ OUTTER SILL DAMAGED AND IN POOR CONDITION

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

o/s/f beam image poor

Pass 6 Jul 2012 80,020 miles

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

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

corrosion starting at front both sides

Fail 6 Jul 2012 80,020 miles

Nearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter insecure to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)

Offside Rear Rear position lamp(s) incorrect colour (1.1.A.3e)

Offside Stop lamp emits other than a steady red light (1.2.1e)

Offside Front suspension has excessive play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a) DANGEROUS

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

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

corrosion starting at front both sides

Pass 25 Aug 2011 75,092 miles

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

Offside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

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

Pass 28 Aug 2010 62,973 miles

Nearside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

both front floors rusty

both outer sills rusty

n/s/r tyre cracking

o/s/r tyre tread lifting

Pass 9 Oct 2009 52,537 miles
Pass 1 Oct 2008 51,495 miles
Pass 24 Oct 2007 39,571 miles
Pass 13 Feb 2007 36,832 miles

Offside Front Seat belt damaged but not affecting the operation of the belt (5.2.2a)

Pass 14 Feb 2006 31,738 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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GP51 LWZ is a 2002 Suzuki Alto in Blue with a 993cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

Across all 2002 Suzuki Alto models, the average MOT pass rate is 66.9% with a typical mileage of 45,951 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 GP51 LWZ, 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 24 years old, this Suzuki Alto is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was GP51 LWZ registered?

GP51 LWZ is a 2002 Suzuki Alto, first registered on 21 February 2002.

Is GP51 LWZ safe to buy?

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