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KG51 FCN

2001 Suzuki Alto

Blue Petrol 993cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 Feb 2021
Tests17 (10 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate58.8%

Mileage

74,035 mi
Last recorded74,035 miles
Recorded on18 Feb 2021
Typical for 2001 Suzuki Alto45,896 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKG51 FCN
MakeSuzuki
ModelAlto
Year2001
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine993cc

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MOT History

10 pass 7 fail
Fail 18 Feb 2021 74,035 miles

Brake performance not tested Brake fluid leak (1.2.1 (g))

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength Outer sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Offside Rear Brake pipe leaking on a hydraulic braking system Pipe corroded (1.1.11 (b) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Central Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Nearside Rear Brake binding cannot turn wheel

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Worn on inner edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 26 Feb 2020 67,331 miles
Fail 1 Feb 2020 67,304 miles

Exhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength Inner sill split and corroded (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Rear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Nearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Nearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 30 Jan 2019 61,772 miles

rear service brakes low on effort

Fail 29 Jan 2019 61,772 miles

Exhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))

Nearside Front Lower Steering linkage ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Inner Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords wall (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Offside Front Lower Steering linkage ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

rear service brakes low on effort

Pass 11 Jan 2018 59,408 miles

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

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

Fail 11 Jan 2018 59,408 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

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

Nearside Front 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)

Pass 5 Oct 2016 52,551 miles
Fail 23 Sep 2016 52,549 miles

Offside Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)

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

Pass 3 Sep 2015 51,666 miles

both sills corrosion

Pass 28 Aug 2014 48,081 miles

exhaust corrosion

unable to properly assess repair due to sealant etc,refer also prior fail/advise 247650344230

Fail 28 Aug 2014 48,081 miles

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

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

exhaust corrosion

Pass 2 Sep 2013 46,395 miles
Pass 7 Sep 2012 43,395 miles

advise to adjust and improve performance of rear brakes.

front brake discs corroding,not affecting performance

fuel filter corroding.

nrearside/offside front to rears,rear sections corroding.

rear shockabsorbers,casing and covers corroding.

underbody corrosion in places.

Fail 6 Sep 2012 43,395 miles

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

advise to adjust and improve performance of rear brakes.

front brake discs corroding,not affecting performance

fuel filter corroding.

nrearside/offside front to rears,rear sections corroding.

rear shockabsorbers,casing and covers corroding.

underbody corrosion in places.

Pass 20 Oct 2010 43,383 miles

battery slightly insecure

both rear front to rear brake pipes corroded

fuel filter corroded

Pass 18 Jan 2008 40,010 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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KG51 FCN is a 2001 Suzuki Alto in Blue with a 993cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 58.8%.

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 KG51 FCN, 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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KG51 FCN is a 2001 Suzuki Alto, first registered on 12 October 2001.

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