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YT05 SZL

2005 Suzuki Alto

Red Petrol 1061cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 Dec 2016
Tests10 (8 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

83,453 mi
Last recorded83,453 miles
Recorded on14 Dec 2015
Typical for 2005 Suzuki Alto40,683 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYT05 SZL
MakeSuzuki
ModelAlto
Year2005
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,061cc

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MOT History

8 pass 2 fail
Pass 14 Dec 2015 83,453 miles

Brake pipes covered with sealant

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

Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt Both sides (2.2.C.1c)

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

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has slight corrosion to the casing (2.7.2a)

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

Underbody surface rust

Pass 16 Dec 2014 59,957 miles
Fail 16 Dec 2014 80,125 miles

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

Rear Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

dashboard clock,cracked, mph dial missing.

Pass 14 Feb 2014 79,706 miles
Pass 8 Feb 2013 42,723 miles
Pass 10 Feb 2012 58,549 miles
Pass 17 Feb 2011 27,295 miles

Advise front brake discs pitted

Fail 16 Feb 2011 27,295 miles

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

Advise front brake discs pitted

Advise offside front tyre borderline legal

Advise offside front tyre illegal

Pass 27 Feb 2009 19,730 miles
Pass 28 Feb 2008 12,382 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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YT05 SZL is a 2005 Suzuki Alto in Red with a 1,061cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 YT05 SZL, 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.

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What year was YT05 SZL registered?

YT05 SZL is a 2005 Suzuki Alto, first registered on 25 March 2005.

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