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S131 MNH

1999 Suzuki Alto

Red Petrol 993cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Feb 2010
Tests8 (4 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

69,094 mi
Last recorded69,094 miles
Recorded on17 Feb 2009
Typical for 1999 Suzuki Alto48,752 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationS131 MNH
MakeSuzuki
ModelAlto
Year1999
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine993cc

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MOT History

4 pass 4 fail
Pass 17 Feb 2009 69,094 miles

both rear tyres perished and cracking

Fail 16 Feb 2009 69,094 miles

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

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

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

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

both rear tyres perished and cracking

Pass 23 Jan 2008 65,805 miles

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

Fail 23 Jan 2008 65,805 miles

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

Nearside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 15 Feb 2007 62,149 miles
Fail 15 Feb 2007 62,149 miles

Nearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

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

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

nearside front tyre sidewall cracked/perished

Pass 15 Feb 2006 58,029 miles
Fail 14 Feb 2006 58,026 miles

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

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g) DANGEROUS

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

Nearside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

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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S131 MNH is a 1999 Suzuki Alto in Red with a 993cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.

Across all 1999 Suzuki Alto models, the average MOT pass rate is 63.7% with a typical mileage of 48,752 miles. This particular vehicle has a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 S131 MNH, 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 27 years old, this Suzuki Alto is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was S131 MNH registered?

S131 MNH is a 1999 Suzuki Alto, first registered on 31 December 1999.

Is S131 MNH safe to buy?

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