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Y117 XEF

2001 Suzuki Alto

Red Petrol 993cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 Jul 2019
Tests17 (13 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate76.5%

Mileage

54,207 mi
Last recorded54,207 miles
Recorded on2 Jul 2018
Typical for 2001 Suzuki Alto45,896 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationY117 XEF
MakeSuzuki
ModelAlto
Year2001
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine993cc

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MOT History

13 pass 4 fail
Pass 2 Jul 2018 54,207 miles

some brake pipes covered in thick grease

Fail 12 Jun 2018 54,204 miles

Nearside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))

Nearside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))

Offside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded X2 (1.1.11 (c))

Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps Both (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Across the Axle (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 19 Jun 2017 52,640 miles

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

some brake pipes covered in grease

Fail 11 May 2017 52,638 miles

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

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

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Pass 21 Apr 2016 48,683 miles
Pass 2 May 2015 45,721 miles
Pass 16 Apr 2014 43,147 miles
Pass 13 Apr 2013 40,412 miles
Pass 26 Apr 2012 37,404 miles
Fail 26 Apr 2012 37,404 miles

Nearside Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Pass 4 May 2011 34,831 miles
Pass 6 May 2010 32,450 miles
Pass 8 May 2009 29,828 miles
Pass 23 Apr 2008 29,039 miles
Fail 23 Apr 2008 29,036 miles

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

front brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)

Pass 26 Apr 2007 28,470 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2006 22,683 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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Y117 XEF is a 2001 Suzuki Alto in Red with a 993cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.5%.

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 Y117 XEF, 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 Y117 XEF registered?

Y117 XEF is a 2001 Suzuki Alto, first registered on 25 May 2001.

Is Y117 XEF safe to buy?

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