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X243 HBC

2000 Suzuki Alto

Black Petrol 993cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 Sep 2013
Tests11 (8 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate72.7%

Mileage

37,082 mi
Last recorded37,082 miles
Recorded on13 Sep 2012
Typical for 2000 Suzuki Alto46,196 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationX243 HBC
MakeSuzuki
ModelAlto
Year2000
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine993cc

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MOT History

8 pass 3 fail
Pass 13 Sep 2012 37,082 miles
Pass 22 Aug 2011 36,116 miles

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

Pass 31 Aug 2010 35,169 miles

both front coil springs corroding

front anti roll bar bushes perishing

n/s/r shocker damp

signs of underbody corrosion

Fail 25 Aug 2010 35,098 miles

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

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

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

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

Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b) DANGEROUS

both front coil springs corroding

front anti roll bar bushes perishing

front brake pads appear to be low and discs in poor condition

n/s/r shocker damp

signs of underbody corrosion

Fail 9 Sep 2009 33,379 miles

Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

rear axle and osr brake pipes slightly pitted/coroded. osf brake disc inner surface pitting/coroding (BORDERLINE PASS!).

Pass 9 Sep 2009 33,379 miles

rear axle and osr brake pipes slightly pitted/coroded. osf brake disc inner surface pitting/coroding (BORDERLINE PASS!).

Pass 4 Sep 2008 30,403 miles

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

Pass 3 Sep 2007 27,833 miles
Fail 3 Sep 2007 27,829 miles

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

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

Pass 1 Sep 2006 24,457 miles
Pass 2 Sep 2005 18,859 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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X243 HBC is a 2000 Suzuki Alto in Black with a 993cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.7%.

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 X243 HBC, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was X243 HBC registered?

X243 HBC is a 2000 Suzuki Alto, first registered on 24 November 2000.

Is X243 HBC safe to buy?

The MOT history for X243 HBC shows 11 tests with a 72.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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