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X983 NBM

2001 Suzuki Alto

Blue Petrol 993cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 Jan 2021
Tests18 (14 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

41,417 mi
Last recorded41,417 miles
Recorded on19 Dec 2019
Typical for 2001 Suzuki Alto45,896 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationX983 NBM
MakeSuzuki
ModelAlto
Year2001
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine993cc

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MOT History

14 pass 4 fail
Pass 19 Dec 2019 41,417 miles

Offside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Fail 19 Dec 2019 41,417 miles

Nearside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Pass 19 Dec 2018 40,084 miles

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 19 Dec 2017 38,821 miles

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

Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil both side (2.7.3)

Pass 19 Dec 2016 37,338 miles

Nearside Lower Fuel Pipe/s corroded ()

Fail 19 Dec 2016 37,338 miles

Nearside Lower Fuel Pipe/s corroded ()

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

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

Pass 4 Jan 2016 35,903 miles
Pass 19 Dec 2014 33,745 miles

Offside Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

Pass 6 Jan 2014 32,166 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Offside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

offside front wind screen slight damaged

Pass 21 Dec 2012 30,482 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

windscreen slightly damaged by wipers

Pass 24 Dec 2011 29,033 miles
Fail 24 Dec 2011 29,033 miles

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

Fail 13 Jan 2011 28,767 miles

Nearside Outer Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter insecurely mounted to its housing (2.5.C.1a)

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

Pass 13 Jan 2011 28,767 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 12 Jan 2010 28,729 miles
Pass 9 Jan 2009 28,400 miles
Pass 4 Jan 2008 26,559 miles
Pass 8 Jan 2007 24,647 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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X983 NBM is a 2001 Suzuki Alto in Blue with a 993cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

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 X983 NBM, 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 X983 NBM registered?

X983 NBM is a 2001 Suzuki Alto, first registered on 29 January 2001.

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