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YR05 PXW

2005 Suzuki Alto

Blue Petrol 1061cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Mar 2025
Tests23 (17 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate73.9%

Mileage

42,455 mi
Last recorded42,455 miles
Recorded on27 Mar 2024
Typical for 2005 Suzuki Alto40,683 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYR05 PXW
MakeSuzuki
ModelAlto
Year2005
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,061cc

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MOT History

17 pass 6 fail
Pass 27 Mar 2024 42,455 miles

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Fail 21 Mar 2024 42,455 miles

Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 16 Mar 2023 41,196 miles
Fail 15 Mar 2023 41,196 miles

Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Pass 22 Mar 2022 39,752 miles
Pass 16 Mar 2021 38,025 miles
Pass 12 Mar 2020 37,791 miles
Pass 13 Mar 2019 34,725 miles
Pass 22 Mar 2018 32,755 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 17 Mar 2017 30,400 miles
Fail 17 Mar 2017 30,400 miles

Offside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)

Pass 11 Mar 2016 28,031 miles
Fail 11 Mar 2016 28,031 miles

Nearside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)

Pass 24 Mar 2015 25,487 miles
Fail 19 Mar 2014 23,135 miles

Offside Headlamp aim too high and too far to the right. (1.8)

Pass 19 Mar 2014 23,135 miles
Pass 12 Mar 2013 20,991 miles

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

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

Pass 24 Feb 2012 19,304 miles
Pass 8 Mar 2011 16,525 miles
Pass 12 Mar 2010 13,695 miles

Oil leak

front discs corroded

Pass 23 Mar 2009 10,682 miles
Fail 16 Mar 2009 10,551 miles

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

Offside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

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

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

Pass 20 Mar 2008 7,056 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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YR05 PXW is a 2005 Suzuki Alto in Blue with a 1,061cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.9%.

Across all 2005 Suzuki Alto models, the average MOT pass rate is 68.8% with a typical mileage of 40,683 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 YR05 PXW, 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 21 years old, this Suzuki Alto is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was YR05 PXW registered?

YR05 PXW is a 2005 Suzuki Alto, first registered on 23 March 2005.

Is YR05 PXW safe to buy?

The MOT history for YR05 PXW shows 23 tests with a 73.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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