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P220 XFV

1997 Suzuki Alto

Blue Petrol 993cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 Jul 2010
Tests9 (5 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate55.6%

Mileage

4,616 mi
Last recorded4,616 miles
Recorded on16 Jul 2009
Typical for 1997 Suzuki Alto48,682 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP220 XFV
MakeSuzuki
ModelAlto
Year1997
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine993cc

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MOT History

5 pass 4 fail
Pass 16 Jul 2009 4,616 miles
Fail 15 Jul 2009 4,615 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too far to the right (1.8)

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

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

Fail 11 Jul 2008 97,593 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 11 Jul 2008 97,593 miles
Pass 10 Jul 2007 95,138 miles

Battery tray corroded

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

o/s rear tyre cracking

Fail 5 Jul 2007 95,061 miles

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

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

corrosion battery tray

o/s rear tyre sidewall cracking

Fail 10 Jul 2006 89,568 miles

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Offside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

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

Pass 10 Jul 2006 89,568 miles

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

Pass 4 Jul 2005 83,242 miles

nsr brake low on effort

slight play in steering rack

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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P220 XFV is a 1997 Suzuki Alto in Blue with a 993cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 55.6%.

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 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 P220 XFV, 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 P220 XFV registered?

P220 XFV is a 1997 Suzuki Alto, first registered on 7 March 1997.

Is P220 XFV safe to buy?

The MOT history for P220 XFV shows 9 tests with a 55.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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