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PR51 RPR

2002 Suzuki Alto

Black Petrol 993cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Oct 2012
Tests11 (6 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate54.5%

Mileage

71,974 mi
Last recorded71,974 miles
Recorded on31 Oct 2011
Typical for 2002 Suzuki Alto45,951 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationPR51 RPR
MakeSuzuki
ModelAlto
Year2002
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine993cc

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MOT History

6 pass 5 fail
Pass 31 Oct 2011 71,974 miles

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

child seat fitted to off side rear

floor area corroded

repare to exaust is slightly blowing

springs corroded

unable to inspect front to rear brake pipes due to covers fitted

weld repares are undersealed and difficult to inspect fully

Fail 24 Oct 2011 71,974 miles

Centre Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Centre Exhaust has part of the system excessively deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Emissions not tested (7.0)

Fuel cap/sealing device does not fasten securely maintaining the sealing arrangement (7.2.4b)

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

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

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

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

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)

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

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)

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

child seat fitted to off side rear

floor area corroded

springs corroded

unable to inspect front to rear brake pipes due to covers fitted

Pass 15 Oct 2010 65,819 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Nail in nearside rear tyre

exhaust rear box deteriorated

front discs and pads worn

n/s/r wheel bearing noisy in operation

rear axle metal brake pipe corroded

Fail 13 Oct 2010 65,776 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Nail in nearside rear tyre

exhaust rear box deteriorated

front discs and pads worn

n/s/r wheel bearing noisy in operation

rear axle metal brake pipe corroded

Pass 16 Oct 2009 58,792 miles
Fail 9 Oct 2009 58,630 miles

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Nearside Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

Offside Front Obligatory mirror does not provide a view to the rear (8.1.2b)

Offside Front Tie bar/rod rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

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

Offside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 17 Oct 2008 46,701 miles

slight leak on both rear shock absorbers

temp rear screen fitted

Fail 17 Oct 2008 46,701 miles

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

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

slight leak on both rear shock absorbers

temp rear screen fitted

Pass 29 Oct 2007 37,573 miles
Fail 26 Oct 2007 37,529 miles

Offside Rear Road wheel distorted (4.2.A.1a)

Pass 29 Sep 2006 25,829 miles

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

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

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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PR51 RPR is a 2002 Suzuki Alto in Black with a 993cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 54.5%.

Across all 2002 Suzuki Alto models, the average MOT pass rate is 66.9% with a typical mileage of 45,951 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 PR51 RPR, 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 24 years old, this Suzuki Alto is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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PR51 RPR is a 2002 Suzuki Alto, first registered on 25 January 2002.

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