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YT55 OCU

2005 Suzuki Alto

Red Petrol 1061cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 May 2021
Tests15 (11 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate73.3%

Mileage

106,898 mi
Last recorded106,898 miles
Recorded on15 May 2020
Typical for 2005 Suzuki Alto40,683 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYT55 OCU
MakeSuzuki
ModelAlto
Year2005
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,061cc

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MOT History

11 pass 4 fail
Pass 15 May 2020 106,898 miles

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Fail 13 May 2020 106,895 miles

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))

Nearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Nearside Headlamp lens seriously defective (4.1.1 (b) (ii))

Service brake efficiency below requirements (1.2.2 (a) (i))

Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively both ripped (3.4 (b) (ii))

Nearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Pass 12 Jan 2018 103,872 miles

Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

Fail 10 Jan 2018 103,871 miles

Nearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded anti roll bar support bracket (2.4.A.3)

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

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

Pass 19 Jan 2017 101,222 miles
Pass 18 Jan 2016 89,122 miles
Pass 15 Jan 2015 76,983 miles

rear coil springs corroded

Fail 14 Jan 2015 76,982 miles

Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Nearside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Nearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

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

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

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

Nearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3) DANGEROUS

rear coil springs corroded

Pass 11 Jan 2014 65,619 miles

front support plate corroded n/s front

front tyres perished and getting low on tread

Pass 7 Jan 2013 56,268 miles
Fail 7 Jan 2013 56,268 miles

Offside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Pass 12 Jan 2012 49,622 miles
Pass 17 Jan 2011 42,008 miles
Pass 13 Mar 2010 38,501 miles
Pass 3 Oct 2008 29,117 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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YT55 OCU is a 2005 Suzuki Alto in Red with a 1,061cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.3%.

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 YT55 OCU, 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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YT55 OCU is a 2005 Suzuki Alto, first registered on 30 September 2005.

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