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H493 CTP

1990 Suzuki Alto

Silver Petrol 796cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 Mar 2011
Tests7 (5 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

54,030 mi
Last recorded54,030 miles
Recorded on26 Mar 2010
Typical for 1990 Suzuki Alto49,000 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationH493 CTP
MakeSuzuki
ModelAlto
Year1990
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine796cc

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MOT History

5 pass 2 fail
Pass 26 Mar 2010 54,030 miles

Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

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

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)

Nearside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)

Oil leak

Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Fail 25 Mar 2010 54,013 miles

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

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

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

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)

Nearside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)

Oil leak

Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 18 Mar 2009 51,854 miles
Fail 6 Mar 2009 51,804 miles

Brake master cylinder leaking hydraulic fluid (3.6.G.1f)

corroded hole body grille by wipers,oil leaks eng&g\box,surface rust front to rear s\pipes at r\flex hoses,surface rust underside.

Pass 8 Mar 2008 49,776 miles
Pass 12 Mar 2007 46,792 miles
Pass 21 Feb 2006 43,803 miles

corrison on middle box exhaust

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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H493 CTP is a 1990 Suzuki Alto in Silver with a 796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

Across all 1990 Suzuki Alto models, the average MOT pass rate is 67.4% with a typical mileage of 49,000 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 H493 CTP, 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 36 years old, this Suzuki Alto is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was H493 CTP registered?

H493 CTP is a 1990 Suzuki Alto, first registered on 16 November 1990.

Is H493 CTP safe to buy?

The MOT history for H493 CTP shows 7 tests with a 71.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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