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W233 YCY

2000 Suzuki Alto

Blue Petrol 993cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Feb 2017
Tests18 (11 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate61.1%

Mileage

75,685 mi
Last recorded75,685 miles
Recorded on8 Feb 2016
Typical for 2000 Suzuki Alto46,196 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationW233 YCY
MakeSuzuki
ModelAlto
Year2000
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine993cc

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MOT History

11 pass 7 fail
Pass 8 Feb 2016 75,685 miles

front brake discs corroding, exhaust deteriorating, n/sf rack rod play

n/s/f tyre low on tread

spare tyre flat, n/s/f compliance bush deteriorating, fuel pipes components corroding

Fail 12 Jan 2016 75,394 miles

Brake pipe excessively corroded front to rears along floor (3.6.B.2c)

Main beam 'tell-tale' not working tell tail-and main beams inop (1.7.4c)

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Nearside Front Suspension arm locating pin retaining device missing compliance bush locking pin missing (2.4.G.3b)

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

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

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Nearside Rear Fuel pipe leaking under arch-near fuel tank (7.2.3) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords outer wall (4.1.D.1a) DANGEROUS

front brake discs corroding,exhaust deteriorating,nearside rackrod play,nsf tyre low on tread

spare tyre flat,nsf compliance bush deteriorating,fuel pipe-components corroding

Pass 13 Jan 2015 70,812 miles

fuel pipes corroded, minor exhaust leak, front brake pads wearing low, fuel fillter orroded, o/s/r shocker damp, o/s/r bearing have slight play , n/s/r bearing slight rough when rotated, vehicle chassis and suspension components corroded

Fail 6 Jan 2015 70,553 miles

Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Nearside Front Lower Ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

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

Nearside Rear Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)

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

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

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

fuel pipes corroded, minor exhaust leak, front brake pads wearing low, fuel fillter orroded, o/s/r shocker damp, o/s/r bearing have slight play , n/s/r bearing slight rough when rotated, vehicle chassis and suspension components corroded

Pass 10 Jan 2014 64,423 miles

rear wiper insecure, n/s/r reg light dim, n/s/f balljoint play, fuel pipes corroded, brake pipes corroded, centre brake pipes corroded, front coils corroded, o/s/f tyre close to limit, front disc and pads close to limit, fuel filtter corroded.

Fail 8 Jan 2014 64,423 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

Offside Front Brake hose has insufficient room to move, resulting in fouling on any part (3.6.B.4a)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

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

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

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

rear wiper insecure, n/s/r reg light dim, n/s/f balljoint play, fuel pipes corroded, brake pipes corroded, centre brake pipes corroded, front coils corroded, o/s/f tyre close to limit, front disc and pads close to limit, fuel filtter corroded.

Pass 10 Jan 2013 60,020 miles

o/s/r wheel bearing has slight play, fuel filter corroded, vehicle needs a service (passed smoke test on 2nd test)

vehicle chasis corroded (sills), brake and fuel pipes corroded, front coil springs corroded, rear shockers have slight mist of oil, o/s/r tyre has cracks on sidewall close to reach the cords, front brake pads close to legal limit

Fail 10 Jan 2013 60,020 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

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

Offside Front Ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

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

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

o/s/r wheel bearing has slight play, fuel filter corroded, vehicle needs a service (passed smoke test on 2nd test)

vehicle chasis corroded (sills), brake and fuel pipes corroded, front coil springs corroded, rear shockers have slight mist of oil, o/s/r tyre has cracks on sidewall close to reach the cords, front brake pads close to legal limit

Pass 9 Feb 2012 50,381 miles

fuel pipes/tank corroded,nearside rear shocker bit damp-investigate,front discs bit corroded,rear tyres cracking slightly

main beam switch bit tricky-investigate

osf tyre slightly bulged on tread

sills/underbody slightly corroded and components in places,rear brake pipes and along floor bit corroded

Fail 8 Feb 2012 50,381 miles

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

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

Nearside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

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

Offside Front suspension has excessive play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

Offside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

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

fuel pipes/tank corroded,nearside rear shocker bit damp-investigate,front discs bit corroded,rear tyres cracking slightly

osf tyre slightly bulged on tread

sills/underbody slightly corroded and components in places,rear brake pipes and along floor bit corroded

Pass 2 Feb 2011 43,505 miles

Rear cross axle brake pipes corroded.

Fail 2 Feb 2011 43,505 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper blade insecure (8.2.2)

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

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

Rear cross axle brake pipes corroded.

Pass 6 Feb 2010 38,773 miles

Rear axle brake pipes corroded.

Pass 5 Feb 2009 33,836 miles
Fail 4 Feb 2009 33,836 miles

Nearside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

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

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

Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 6 Feb 2008 29,089 miles
Pass 5 Feb 2007 27,482 miles
Pass 9 Feb 2006 25,859 miles

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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W233 YCY is a 2000 Suzuki Alto in Blue with a 993cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 61.1%.

Across all 2000 Suzuki Alto models, the average MOT pass rate is 64.8% with a typical mileage of 46,196 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 W233 YCY, 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 26 years old, this Suzuki Alto is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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W233 YCY is a 2000 Suzuki Alto, first registered on 28 June 2000.

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