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P873 XNJ

1997 Suzuki Alto

Green Petrol 993cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Nov 2011
Tests9 (6 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

59,881 mi
Last recorded59,881 miles
Recorded on24 Nov 2010
Typical for 1997 Suzuki Alto48,682 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP873 XNJ
MakeSuzuki
ModelAlto
Year1997
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine993cc

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MOT History

6 pass 3 fail
Pass 24 Nov 2010 59,881 miles

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

Fail 24 Nov 2010 59,881 miles

Offside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

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

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

Pass 19 Oct 2009 53,508 miles

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

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

Fail 19 Oct 2009 53,508 miles

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

Nearside Windscreen has a sticker or other obstruction encroaching into the swept area by more than 40mm outside zone 'A' (8.3.1e)

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

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 23 Oct 2008 47,448 miles
Fail 23 Oct 2008 47,448 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

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

Offside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 4 Sep 2007 40,607 miles
Pass 7 Sep 2006 35,678 miles
Pass 19 Nov 2005 31,134 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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P873 XNJ is a 1997 Suzuki Alto in Green with a 993cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 P873 XNJ, 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 P873 XNJ registered?

P873 XNJ is a 1997 Suzuki Alto, first registered on 27 March 1997.

Is P873 XNJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for P873 XNJ shows 9 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does P873 XNJ have outstanding finance?

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