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X52 VHJ

2001 Suzuki Alto

Black Petrol 993cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires4 Jul 2013
Tests10 (7 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate70%

Mileage

95,189 mi
Last recorded95,189 miles
Recorded on5 Jul 2012
Typical for 2001 Suzuki Alto45,896 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationX52 VHJ
MakeSuzuki
ModelAlto
Year2001
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine993cc

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MOT History

7 pass 3 fail
Pass 5 Jul 2012 95,189 miles
Pass 5 Apr 2011 86,159 miles

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

Offside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

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

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

Pass 23 Apr 2010 73,021 miles
Fail 20 Apr 2010 73,011 miles

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

Fail 30 Jan 2010 72,994 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)

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content at idle excessive (7.3.D.4)

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

Nearside Rear rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

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

engine light on.front tyres low.rear brakes poor.front brake discs worn.o.s brake pad low.rear o.s seat insicure

Pass 2 Feb 2009 63,981 miles

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

note carry out non cat test due to no match in analyser or service emissions book

Fail 19 Jan 2008 51,652 miles

Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 19 Jan 2008 51,652 miles
Pass 29 Jan 2007 41,383 miles

exhaust shield broken

Pass 1 Feb 2006 32,091 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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X52 VHJ is a 2001 Suzuki Alto in Black with a 993cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 70%.

Across all 2001 Suzuki Alto models, the average MOT pass rate is 66.1% with a typical mileage of 45,896 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 X52 VHJ, 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 25 years old, this Suzuki Alto is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was X52 VHJ registered?

X52 VHJ is a 2001 Suzuki Alto, first registered on 5 January 2001.

Is X52 VHJ safe to buy?

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