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P302 MBP

1997 Suzuki Alto

Red Petrol 993cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires4 Mar 2017
Tests16 (11 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate68.8%

Mileage

39,217 mi
Last recorded39,217 miles
Recorded on5 Mar 2016
Typical for 1997 Suzuki Alto48,682 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP302 MBP
MakeSuzuki
ModelAlto
Year1997
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine993cc

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MOT History

11 pass 5 fail
Pass 5 Mar 2016 39,217 miles

Child seat in o/s rear seat, belt not fully tested

Exhaust heatshield loose , removed and put in boot

n/s headlamp needs attention , slightly dim

Pass 2 Mar 2015 36,271 miles
Fail 2 Mar 2015 36,271 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 11 Feb 2014 34,417 miles
Fail 11 Feb 2014 34,417 miles

Nearside Front position lamp(s) incorrect colour (1.1.A.3e)

Offside Front position lamp(s) incorrect colour (1.1.A.3e)

Pass 31 Jan 2013 29,459 miles

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 8 Feb 2012 26,782 miles

registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Fail 7 Feb 2012 26,782 miles

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

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

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

Offside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Rear exhaust mounting incomplete. System still supported.

registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Pass 10 Feb 2011 25,526 miles

Near side washer jet poor

Off side wiper split but still clears screen

Offside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Fail 2 Feb 2010 24,376 miles

Offside Rear Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Battery tray rusty (battery secure)

Nearside Side repeater excessively deteriorated so that it is not visible from a reasonable distance (1.4.A.2e)

Offside Side repeater excessively deteriorated so that it is not visible from a reasonable distance (1.4.A.2e)

Pass 2 Feb 2010 24,376 miles

Battery tray rusty (battery secure)

Offside Rear Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Pass 29 Jan 2009 22,523 miles
Pass 21 Jan 2008 20,584 miles
Pass 22 Jan 2007 19,020 miles
Fail 13 Feb 2006 17,585 miles

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

Pass 13 Feb 2006 17,585 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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P302 MBP is a 1997 Suzuki Alto in Red with a 993cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 68.8%.

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 P302 MBP, 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 P302 MBP registered?

P302 MBP is a 1997 Suzuki Alto, first registered on 17 February 1997.

Is P302 MBP safe to buy?

The MOT history for P302 MBP shows 16 tests with a 68.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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