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W903 VCA

2000 Suzuki Alto

Blue Petrol 993cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 Aug 2014
Tests14 (9 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate64.3%

Mileage

67,049 mi
Last recorded67,049 miles
Recorded on6 Aug 2013
Typical for 2000 Suzuki Alto46,196 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationW903 VCA
MakeSuzuki
ModelAlto
Year2000
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine993cc

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MOT History

9 pass 5 fail
Pass 6 Aug 2013 67,049 miles

n/s/front tyre on limits

o/s/front metal brake pipe showing corrosion

signs of corrosion on front to o/s rear metal brake pipes

signs of exhaust having been in contact with fuel tank

unable to fully inspect some brake pipes due to covers

Fail 29 Jul 2013 67,047 miles

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

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

n/s/front tyre on limits

o/s/front metal brake pipe showing corrosion

signs of corrosion on front to o/s rear metal brake pipes

signs of exhaust having been in contact with fuel tank

unable to fully inspect some brake pipes due to covers

Pass 25 Jul 2012 64,202 miles

front to rear metal brake pipes showing corrosion unable to fully inspect due to covers

fuel filter showing corrosion

handbrake travel nearing limits

n/s/front tyre on limits

o/s/front tyre app limits

underbody corrosion

Pass 25 Jul 2011 60,912 miles

exhaust front pipe to cat section has a blow

Pass 22 Jul 2010 53,794 miles

Both rear wheel bearings slightly noisey

Fail 22 Jul 2010 53,794 miles

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

Both rear wheel bearings slightly noisey

Pass 29 Jun 2009 42,427 miles
Fail 27 Jun 2009 42,424 miles

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

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

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

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

Pass 19 Jun 2008 39,637 miles
Fail 19 Jun 2008 39,637 miles

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

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

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

Offside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Pass 10 Jul 2007 34,942 miles
Pass 15 Jun 2006 30,203 miles
Pass 15 Jul 2005 25,493 miles
Fail 14 Jul 2005 25,493 miles

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

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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W903 VCA is a 2000 Suzuki Alto in Blue with a 993cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 64.3%.

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 W903 VCA, 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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What year was W903 VCA registered?

W903 VCA is a 2000 Suzuki Alto, first registered on 1 March 2000.

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