CarVerify

Free Car Check

Y389 CNP

2001 Suzuki Alto

Red Petrol 993cc
Search another vehicle

MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 May 2016
Tests15 (10 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

90,348 mi
Last recorded90,348 miles
Recorded on19 May 2015
Typical for 2001 Suzuki Alto45,896 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

4 checks still locked for this Suzuki
Stolen
Finance
Write-off
Keepers
Unlock full report — £4.99
Instant £30k guarantee
or single check £9.99

Not all car check providers offer a guarantee. Don't risk buying from services that can't back their data. CarVerify reports include a £30,000 finance data guarantee.

Vehicle Details

RegistrationY389 CNP
MakeSuzuki
ModelAlto
Year2001
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine993cc

All premium checks include

50+ data points
Finance Check (Experian) Insurance Write-off Salvage Auction Stolen Check Previous Owners Ex-Taxi, Police, NHS Mileage Anomaly Import / Export Scrapped Check Plate Changes

MOT History

10 pass 5 fail
Pass 19 May 2015 90,348 miles

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

Fail 18 May 2015 90,348 miles

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Nearside Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

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

Pass 6 May 2014 89,458 miles
Pass 18 Apr 2013 88,232 miles
Pass 6 Apr 2012 80,165 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.7.5)

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.7.5)

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

Fail 6 Apr 2012 80,165 miles

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

Nearside rear brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.5a)

Nearside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

front brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.7.5)

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.7.5)

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

Pass 6 Apr 2011 70,349 miles
Pass 19 Apr 2010 65,250 miles

areas of outer sills becoming rusty

clutch slipping [not mot item]

offside front tyre perished and tread worn on inner edge recomend early renewal 145/70R13

rear exhaust bracket rusty/weak

some play at steering wheel recomend further inspection

Pass 24 Apr 2009 63,429 miles

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

nearside outer sill becoming rusty

play at steering wheel recomend further investigation

Fail 23 Apr 2009 63,429 miles

Nearside rear brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.5a)

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

nearside outer sill becoming rusty

play at steering wheel recomend further investigation

Pass 24 Apr 2008 61,342 miles
Pass 20 Apr 2007 58,275 miles
Fail 20 Apr 2007 58,275 miles

Nearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 21 Apr 2006 50,683 miles
Fail 21 Apr 2006 50,683 miles

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

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

Offside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

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
Full Suzuki Alto reliability report

Don't risk it. Know before you buy.

Not all vehicle check providers are the same. Some don't offer a data guarantee, which means if their information is wrong, you're on your own. Every CarVerify report is backed by a £30,000 finance data guarantee.

£30k guarantee Instant results Cancel anytime

Y389 CNP is a 2001 Suzuki Alto in Red with a 993cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 Y389 CNP, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of Y389 CNP?

You can check the full history of Y389 CNP by running a full vehicle check. This shows you finance, stolen, write-off, MOT history, mileage records and more.

What year was Y389 CNP registered?

Y389 CNP is a 2001 Suzuki Alto, first registered on 19 April 2001.

Is Y389 CNP safe to buy?

The MOT history for Y389 CNP shows 15 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does Y389 CNP have outstanding finance?

Finance checks require a premium vehicle report. This checks against all major UK finance providers to see if there is any outstanding finance on Y389 CNP. If you buy a car with outstanding finance, the finance company can repossess it.

No warranty or guarantee of accuracy is provided for any free data on this page. The data guarantee applies only to information obtained through the purchase of a full check.