MOT Status
ExpiredMileage
96,622 miSignificantly above average — investigate
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Nearside Rear rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)
How Reliable is the Suzuki Alto?
Based on 1,154,186 MOT tests across 84,341 vehicles.
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R173 FJV is a 1998 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 1998 Suzuki Alto models, the average MOT pass rate is 62.3% with a typical mileage of 50,627 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 R173 FJV, 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.
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What year was R173 FJV registered?
R173 FJV is a 1998 Suzuki Alto, first registered on 14 May 1998.
Is R173 FJV safe to buy?
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Does R173 FJV have outstanding finance?
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