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R431 VEG

1998 Suzuki Alto

Yellow Petrol 993cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Aug 2008
Tests5 (3 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate60%

Mileage

11,996 mi
Last recorded11,996 miles
Recorded on31 Aug 2007
Typical for 1998 Suzuki Alto50,627 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR431 VEG
MakeSuzuki
ModelAlto
Year1998
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine993cc

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MOT History

3 pass 2 fail
Pass 31 Aug 2007 11,996 miles

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

Pass 31 Aug 2006 5,994 miles

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

Nearside Rear wheel bearing (2.6.1)

Fail 17 Aug 2006 5,994 miles

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

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

Offside Rear wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.6.1)

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

Nearside Rear wheel bearing (2.6.1)

Pass 8 Aug 2005 4,190 miles
Fail 8 Aug 2005 4,190 miles

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

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

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

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

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

Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

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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R431 VEG is a 1998 Suzuki Alto in Yellow with a 993cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 60%.

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 R431 VEG, 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 R431 VEG registered?

R431 VEG is a 1998 Suzuki Alto, first registered on 2 June 1998.

Is R431 VEG safe to buy?

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