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Y993 MFC

2001 Suzuki Alto

Black Petrol 993cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 Sep 2015
Tests11 (8 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate72.7%

Mileage

47,249 mi
Last recorded47,249 miles
Recorded on17 Sep 2014
Typical for 2001 Suzuki Alto45,896 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationY993 MFC
MakeSuzuki
ModelAlto
Year2001
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine993cc

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MOT History

8 pass 3 fail
Fail 17 Sep 2014 47,249 miles

Nearside Front suspension ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 17 Sep 2014 47,249 miles

Nearside Front suspension ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Pass 25 Apr 2013 40,961 miles
Fail 15 Apr 2013 40,959 miles

An item not tested (Manual)

Nearside front brake juddering severely (3.7.A.2b)

Pass 13 Jun 2011 39,995 miles

slight play in o/s/f top mount

Pass 4 Jun 2010 30,478 miles

b oth front lower ball joints boots split

petrol filler flap damaged

Pass 23 Jun 2009 29,023 miles
Pass 12 Jun 2008 27,130 miles

top cover missing from high level brake light

Pass 20 Jun 2007 25,730 miles
Pass 22 Jun 2006 24,072 miles
Fail 21 Jun 2006 24,070 miles

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

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

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

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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Y993 MFC is a 2001 Suzuki Alto in Black with a 993cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.7%.

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 Y993 MFC, 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 Y993 MFC registered?

Y993 MFC is a 2001 Suzuki Alto, first registered on 29 June 2001.

Is Y993 MFC safe to buy?

The MOT history for Y993 MFC shows 11 tests with a 72.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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