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VO02 OTB

2002 Suzuki Alto

Red Petrol 993cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 Nov 2017
Tests14 (12 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

29,799 mi
Last recorded29,799 miles
Recorded on14 Nov 2016
Typical for 2002 Suzuki Alto45,951 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVO02 OTB
MakeSuzuki
ModelAlto
Year2002
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine993cc

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MOT History

12 pass 2 fail
Pass 14 Nov 2016 29,799 miles
Fail 14 Nov 2016 29,799 miles

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

Pass 11 Nov 2015 29,197 miles
Pass 6 Nov 2014 28,490 miles
Pass 12 Nov 2013 27,672 miles
Pass 14 Nov 2012 26,290 miles
Pass 2 Nov 2011 24,423 miles
Fail 4 Nov 2010 22,751 miles

Front Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Nail in nearside rear tyre

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

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

Rear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Pass 4 Nov 2010 22,751 miles

Front Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Nail in nearside rear tyre

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

Rear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Pass 16 Nov 2009 21,886 miles
Pass 17 Nov 2008 20,320 miles
Pass 21 Feb 2008 19,521 miles
Pass 21 Feb 2007 18,265 miles

Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

nearside rear tyre cut on edge of inner treat,now in spare

Pass 16 Feb 2006 16,307 miles

fuel cap cover flap stiff/sticks.

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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VO02 OTB is a 2002 Suzuki Alto in Red with a 993cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 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 VO02 OTB, 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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What year was VO02 OTB registered?

VO02 OTB is a 2002 Suzuki Alto, first registered on 13 March 2002.

Is VO02 OTB safe to buy?

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