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NA51 LWS

2001 Suzuki Alto

Blue Petrol 993cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Oct 2012
Tests13 (7 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate53.8%

Mileage

77,910 mi
Last recorded77,910 miles
Recorded on19 Oct 2011
Typical for 2001 Suzuki Alto45,896 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationNA51 LWS
MakeSuzuki
ModelAlto
Year2001
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine993cc

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MOT History

7 pass 6 fail
Pass 19 Oct 2011 77,910 miles
Fail 15 Oct 2011 77,907 miles

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

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

Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

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

Pass 26 Oct 2010 73,866 miles
Fail 25 Oct 2010 73,865 miles

Nearside Subframe mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

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

Offside Subframe mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Fail 21 Oct 2009 69,426 miles

Nearside Rear Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Nearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Offside Rear Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Pass 21 Oct 2009 69,426 miles

Nearside Rear Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Offside Rear Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Pass 7 Oct 2008 63,555 miles

both bottom ball joint dust covers splitting

slight cut,n/s/f tyre between side wall & tread

Fail 7 Oct 2008 63,555 miles

Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

both bottom ball joint dust covers splitting

slight cut,n/s/f tyre between side wall & tread

Pass 29 Oct 2007 58,236 miles
Fail 27 Oct 2007 58,236 miles

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

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

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

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

Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Pass 6 Dec 2006 55,346 miles

Suspension joint nearside lower dust cover split/missing

Pass 7 Dec 2005 47,988 miles

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

nearside front tyre wall perished

nearside rear tyre outer shoulder worn/scrubbed

strong smell of petrol near fuel tank area no leak found

Fail 30 Nov 2005 47,715 miles

Rear Fuel tank leaking (7.2.3)

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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NA51 LWS is a 2001 Suzuki Alto in Blue with a 993cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 53.8%.

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 NA51 LWS, 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 NA51 LWS registered?

NA51 LWS is a 2001 Suzuki Alto, first registered on 22 September 2001.

Is NA51 LWS safe to buy?

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