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P808 RNM

1997 Suzuki Alto

Red Petrol 993cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Dec 2011
Tests7 (5 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

52,482 mi
Last recorded52,482 miles
Recorded on13 Dec 2011
Typical for 1997 Suzuki Alto48,682 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP808 RNM
MakeSuzuki
ModelAlto
Year1997
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine993cc

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MOT History

5 pass 2 fail
Fail 13 Dec 2011 52,482 miles

Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)

Pass 30 Dec 2010 48,739 miles
Pass 21 Oct 2009 44,860 miles

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Pass 20 Nov 2008 41,654 miles

Nearside Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Offside Front Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)

Offside Front Shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.7.5)

Pass 14 Nov 2007 35,874 miles
Fail 14 Nov 2007 35,874 miles

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

Pass 10 Nov 2006 30,126 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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P808 RNM is a 1997 Suzuki Alto in Red with a 993cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

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 P808 RNM, 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

How do I check the history of P808 RNM?

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What year was P808 RNM registered?

P808 RNM is a 1997 Suzuki Alto, first registered on 1 April 1997.

Is P808 RNM safe to buy?

The MOT history for P808 RNM shows 7 tests with a 71.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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