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K10 BLM

1997 Suzuki Alto

Green Petrol 993cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires10 Mar 2018
Tests15 (12 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

24,629 mi
Last recorded24,629 miles
Recorded on11 Mar 2017
Typical for 1997 Suzuki Alto48,682 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationK10 BLM
MakeSuzuki
ModelAlto
Year1997
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine993cc

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MOT History

12 pass 3 fail
Pass 11 Mar 2017 24,629 miles

brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both (3.5.1i)

Fail 8 Mar 2017 24,626 miles

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

Nearside Rear wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.6.1)

Offside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both (3.5.1i)

Pass 23 May 2015 20,364 miles

OSF mirror caseing broken

Fail 22 May 2015 20,463 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 damaged to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)

Pass 16 Jun 2014 16,300 miles
Fail 14 Jun 2014 16,300 miles

Nearside Front Direction indicator not working (1.4.A.2c)

Nearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

Offside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

n/s/r wheel hub has slight humming noise

Pass 10 Jun 2013 9,830 miles

Offside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

nearside front tyre outer side wall in poor condition

Pass 11 Jun 2012 6,875 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2011 6,597 miles
Pass 14 Jun 2010 6,556 miles
Pass 3 Jun 2009 6,367 miles
Pass 2 Jun 2008 6,133 miles
Pass 31 May 2007 5,880 miles
Pass 2 Jun 2006 5,625 miles
Pass 2 Jun 2005 5,307 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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K10 BLM is a 1997 Suzuki Alto in Green with a 993cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

Across all 1997 Suzuki Alto models, the average MOT pass rate is 62.8% with a typical mileage of 48,682 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 K10 BLM, 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 29 years old, this Suzuki Alto is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was K10 BLM registered?

K10 BLM is a 1997 Suzuki Alto, first registered on 27 November 1997.

Is K10 BLM safe to buy?

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