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M218 FYJ

1996 Suzuki Alto

Silver Petrol 993cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 Sep 2012
Tests7 (6 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

48,425 mi
Last recorded48,425 miles
Recorded on8 Sep 2011
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationM218 FYJ
MakeSuzuki
ModelAlto
Year1996
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine993cc

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MOT History

6 pass 1 fail
Pass 8 Sep 2011 48,425 miles
Fail 7 Sep 2011 48,400 miles

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

Pass 1 Jul 2010 47,445 miles
Pass 7 Jul 2009 42,125 miles
Pass 9 Jul 2008 38,349 miles

Fuel pipe/s corroded

tested in wet conditions

underbody corrosion and repairs

Pass 6 Jun 2007 36,033 miles
Pass 25 May 2006 33,248 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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M218 FYJ is a 1996 Suzuki Alto in Silver with a 993cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 M218 FYJ, 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 30 years old, this Suzuki Alto is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of M218 FYJ?

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What year was M218 FYJ registered?

M218 FYJ is a 1996 Suzuki Alto, first registered on 18 July 1996.

Is M218 FYJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for M218 FYJ shows 7 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does M218 FYJ have outstanding finance?

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