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W982 VFM

2000 Suzuki Alto

Blue Petrol 993cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 Jun 2018
Tests14 (12 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

75,444 mi
Last recorded75,444 miles
Recorded on15 Jun 2017
Typical for 2000 Suzuki Alto46,196 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationW982 VFM
MakeSuzuki
ModelAlto
Year2000
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine993cc

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MOT History

12 pass 2 fail
Pass 15 Jun 2017 75,444 miles
Pass 16 Jun 2016 74,253 miles
Pass 10 Jun 2015 73,073 miles
Pass 24 Jun 2014 72,065 miles
Pass 14 Jun 2013 70,861 miles

Fuel pipe/s corroded

Gearbox oil leak

Offside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 13 Jun 2012 69,944 miles
Pass 16 Jun 2011 69,463 miles

Nearside Rear Upper Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)

Offside Rear Upper Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)

Fail 15 Jun 2011 69,462 miles

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

Driver's door cannot be opened from outside the vehicle (6.2.B.1b)

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

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

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

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

Nearside Rear Upper Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)

Offside Rear Upper Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)

Pass 16 Jun 2010 66,854 miles

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

Pass 8 Jun 2009 64,089 miles
Pass 4 Jun 2008 60,794 miles

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

Pass 18 Jun 2007 58,293 miles
Pass 26 Jun 2006 54,311 miles
Fail 26 Jun 2006 54,311 miles

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

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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W982 VFM 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 85.7%.

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 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 W982 VFM, 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 W982 VFM registered?

W982 VFM is a 2000 Suzuki Alto, first registered on 26 June 2000.

Is W982 VFM safe to buy?

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