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P48 HAK

1997 Suzuki Alto

Blue Petrol 993cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 Aug 2007
Tests2 (1 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

78,319 mi
Last recorded78,319 miles
Recorded on10 Aug 2006
Typical for 1997 Suzuki Alto48,682 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP48 HAK
MakeSuzuki
ModelAlto
Year1997
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine993cc

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MOT History

1 pass 1 fail
Pass 10 Aug 2006 78,319 miles

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

Front & Rear floors advanced corrosion

Fuel pipes poor condition

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has slight corrosion to the casing (2.7.2a)

Nearside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

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

Offside Rear Shock absorber has slight corrosion to the casing (2.7.2a)

Offside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Radiator poor condition

Severe engine oil leak - sump appears to not be sealing

Spare wheel missing

exhaust system poor condition and limited life (CAT backwards)

front wiper blades poor condition

n/s & o/s outer sills advanced corrosion

n/s/f cv boot cracking

n/s/f headlamp - moisture behind lens

o/s/f brake slightly binding

Fail 7 Aug 2006 78,318 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content at idle excessive (7.3.D.4)

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

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

exhaust poor condition and limited life

f-wiper blades poor condition

front and rear floors advanced corrosion

front to rear brake pipe advanced corrosion

fuel pipes advanced corrosion

n/s & o/s sills advanced corrosion

n/s/f cv boot cracking

n/s/f headlamp - moisture behind lens

n/s/r shock absorber corroded

o/s/f brake slightly binding

radiator poor condition

rear springs advanced corrosion

severe engine oil leak

spare wheel missing

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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P48 HAK is a 1997 Suzuki Alto in Blue with a 993cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 2 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.

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 P48 HAK, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was P48 HAK registered?

P48 HAK is a 1997 Suzuki Alto, first registered on 27 June 1997.

Is P48 HAK safe to buy?

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