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HF51 LWV

2001 Suzuki Alto

Black Petrol 993cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 Jul 2015
Tests17 (9 pass, 8 fail)
Pass rate52.9%

Mileage

65,565 mi
Last recorded65,565 miles
Recorded on2 Jul 2014
Typical for 2001 Suzuki Alto45,896 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHF51 LWV
MakeSuzuki
ModelAlto
Year2001
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine993cc

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MOT History

9 pass 8 fail
Pass 2 Jul 2014 65,565 miles

nsr inner arch rusty

some play in nsf hub area

Fail 30 Jun 2014 65,563 miles

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

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

nsr inner arch rusty

some play in nsf hub area

Fail 2 Apr 2014 65,490 miles

Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)

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)

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

Nearside Front Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

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

Offside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Side repeater has less than 50% of the light sources illuminating (1.4.A.2c)

Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Nearside Inner Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

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

engine management lamp illuminated

front exhaust system corroded

Pass 5 Apr 2013 58,821 miles

Centre Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

front wiper blades poor

n/s/f cv boot perished

o/s/r metel brake line corroded

Fail 5 Apr 2013 58,821 miles

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

Centre Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

front wiper blades poor

n/s/f cv boot perished

o/s/r metel brake line corroded

Pass 10 Mar 2012 54,204 miles

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

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

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Pass 12 Mar 2011 49,016 miles
Fail 12 Mar 2011 49,016 miles

Nearside rear brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.5a)

Nearside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)

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

Offside Headlamp aim aimed so that it dazzles other road users (1.8.A.1a)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Nearside Front Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

front discs slightly worn

unable to view front brake pads

Pass 12 Mar 2010 45,931 miles

Offside Front Lower Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

Offside Rear Lower Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

front number plate damaged

left and right side dipped headlamp aim upper limit

rear service brake inbalance evident

Pass 13 Mar 2009 42,867 miles

front number plate is damaged

left and right side dipped headlamp aim is on upper limit

Fail 13 Mar 2009 42,866 miles

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

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

front number plate is damaged

left and right side dipped headlamp aim is on upper limit

Fail 18 Mar 2008 37,742 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

rear tyres perished

Pass 18 Mar 2008 37,742 miles

rear tyres perished

Fail 30 Jan 2007 32,344 miles

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

engine management light is on

exhaust rattles †

Pass 30 Jan 2007 32,344 miles

exhaust rattles †

engine management light is on

Pass 11 Nov 2005 27,473 miles
Fail 11 Nov 2005 27,473 miles

Nearside Rear position lamp(s) excessively damaged so that it is not visible from a reasonable distance (1.1.A.3d)

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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HF51 LWV is a 2001 Suzuki Alto in Black with a 993cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 52.9%.

Across all 2001 Suzuki Alto models, the average MOT pass rate is 66.1% with a typical mileage of 45,896 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 HF51 LWV, 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 25 years old, this Suzuki Alto is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was HF51 LWV registered?

HF51 LWV is a 2001 Suzuki Alto, first registered on 28 September 2001.

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