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R164 BGY

1998 Suzuki Alto

Blue Petrol 993cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Oct 2011
Tests6 (4 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

51,121 mi
Last recorded51,121 miles
Recorded on30 Oct 2010
Typical for 1998 Suzuki Alto50,627 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR164 BGY
MakeSuzuki
ModelAlto
Year1998
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine993cc

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MOT History

4 pass 2 fail
Pass 30 Oct 2010 51,121 miles
Fail 30 Oct 2010 51,121 miles

Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

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

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

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

Service brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Statutory seat belt missing (5.1.1)

Pass 15 May 2009 47,134 miles

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

Pass 23 Nov 2007 38,688 miles
Fail 23 Nov 2007 38,688 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Front registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)

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

Pass 28 Oct 2006 32,418 miles

Front number plate cracked,but secure.

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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R164 BGY is a 1998 Suzuki Alto in Blue with a 993cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

Across all 1998 Suzuki Alto models, the average MOT pass rate is 62.3% with a typical mileage of 50,627 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 R164 BGY, 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 28 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 R164 BGY registered?

R164 BGY is a 1998 Suzuki Alto, first registered on 29 January 1998.

Is R164 BGY safe to buy?

The MOT history for R164 BGY shows 6 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.

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