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Y779 TFA

2001 Suzuki Alto

Red Petrol 993cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Jun 2017
Tests11 (11 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

47,991 mi
Last recorded47,991 miles
Recorded on30 Jun 2016
Typical for 2001 Suzuki Alto45,896 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationY779 TFA
MakeSuzuki
ModelAlto
Year2001
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine993cc

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MOT History

11 pass
Pass 30 Jun 2016 47,991 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit WEARING ON INNER EDGE (4.1.E.1)

Nearside Front coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

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

Nearside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Nearside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive FLOOR PAN AREA (5.2.6)

Offside Brake pipe slightly corroded MAIN PIPE REAR SECTION (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive FLOOR PAN AREA (5.2.6)

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit WEARING ON INNER EDGE (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

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

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

Offside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Pass 1 Jun 2015 36,770 miles
Pass 2 May 2014 14,939 miles
Pass 7 May 2013 13,145 miles
Pass 8 May 2012 12,471 miles

Nearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)

Offside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)

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

Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.2.6)

Pass 26 Apr 2011 11,832 miles
Pass 22 Apr 2010 11,193 miles

Nail in offside rear tyre

Pass 28 Apr 2009 10,253 miles
Pass 1 May 2008 9,357 miles
Pass 30 Apr 2007 8,152 miles
Pass 4 May 2006 6,882 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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Y779 TFA is a 2001 Suzuki Alto in Red with a 993cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 Y779 TFA, 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 Y779 TFA registered?

Y779 TFA is a 2001 Suzuki Alto, first registered on 11 May 2001.

Is Y779 TFA safe to buy?

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