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LY51 VVK

2001 Suzuki Alto

Red Petrol 993cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 Feb 2016
Tests10 (9 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90%

Mileage

52,440 mi
Last recorded52,440 miles
Recorded on6 Feb 2015
Typical for 2001 Suzuki Alto45,896 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLY51 VVK
MakeSuzuki
ModelAlto
Year2001
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine993cc

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MOT History

9 pass 1 fail
Pass 6 Feb 2015 52,440 miles

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

Pass 6 Feb 2014 49,068 miles

Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

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

Pass 7 Feb 2013 44,500 miles

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

Pass 17 Jan 2012 39,203 miles

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

Offside Front Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Pass 21 Jan 2011 34,674 miles

Oil leak

Pass 25 Jan 2010 30,472 miles

trear brake flexis going hatd, osr tyre slightly perrished.

Pass 23 Jan 2009 25,193 miles
Pass 6 Dec 2007 20,234 miles
Fail 3 Dec 2007 20,205 miles

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

Pass 24 Nov 2006 86,452 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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LY51 VVK is a 2001 Suzuki Alto in Red with a 993cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90%.

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 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 LY51 VVK, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was LY51 VVK registered?

LY51 VVK is a 2001 Suzuki Alto, first registered on 20 December 2001.

Is LY51 VVK safe to buy?

The MOT history for LY51 VVK shows 10 tests with a 90% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does LY51 VVK have outstanding finance?

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