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Y92 XCW

2001 Suzuki Alto

Red Petrol 993cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Jun 2017
Tests20 (12 pass, 8 fail)
Pass rate60%

Mileage

48,508 mi
Last recorded48,508 miles
Recorded on20 Jun 2016
Typical for 2001 Suzuki Alto45,896 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationY92 XCW
MakeSuzuki
ModelAlto
Year2001
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine993cc

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MOT History

12 pass 8 fail
Pass 20 Jun 2016 48,508 miles
Fail 16 Jun 2016 48,404 miles

Nearside Side repeater incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

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

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Pass 6 Jun 2015 39,959 miles

o.s.f brake pipes rusty

play in o.s.f bottom ball joint

rear brake pipes rusty

Fail 25 Jun 2014 35,775 miles

Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Nearside Side repeater not working (1.4.A.2c)

Pass 25 Jun 2014 35,775 miles

Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Pass 25 Jun 2013 35,153 miles
Fail 25 Jun 2013 35,153 miles

Nearside Side repeater incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Pass 11 Jun 2012 33,920 miles

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

Fail 11 Jun 2012 33,920 miles

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

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

Pass 27 Jun 2011 32,140 miles
Pass 16 Jun 2010 31,062 miles
Fail 16 Jun 2010 31,062 miles

Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Pass 27 Jun 2009 28,784 miles
Fail 27 Jun 2009 28,784 miles

Offside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Rear Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Pass 27 Jun 2008 25,120 miles
Pass 28 Jun 2007 21,772 miles
Fail 20 Jun 2007 21,772 miles

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

Upper Steering column universal joint has excessive play (2.1.5)

Pass 30 Jun 2006 18,296 miles

Steering column top bearing slightly worn (2.1.2c)

Pass 24 Jun 2005 14,358 miles
Fail 24 Jun 2005 14,358 miles

Offside Front Upper Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

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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Y92 XCW is a 2001 Suzuki Alto in Red with a 993cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 60%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 Y92 XCW, 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

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What year was Y92 XCW registered?

Y92 XCW is a 2001 Suzuki Alto, first registered on 13 March 2001.

Is Y92 XCW safe to buy?

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