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AO09 UXJ

2009 Suzuki Alto

Red Petrol 996cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires15 Sep 2026
Tests19 (14 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate73.7%

Mileage

41,492 mi
Last recorded41,492 miles
Recorded on12 Sep 2025
Typical for 2009 Suzuki Alto45,458 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAO09 UXJ
MakeSuzuki
ModelAlto
Year2009
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine996cc

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MOT History

14 pass 5 fail
Pass 12 Sep 2025 41,492 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 28 Aug 2024 34,407 miles

Both front shock absorbers showing signs of corrosion.

Nearside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

Offside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

Rear suspension components showing signs of corrosion.

Pass 13 Sep 2023 31,237 miles

Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement nearside and offside (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Fail 13 Sep 2023 31,237 miles

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

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

Offside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement nearside and offside (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 13 Sep 2022 31,055 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened slightly pitted on inner faces (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Headlamp lens slightly defective nearside and offside (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Fail 13 Sep 2022 31,055 miles

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

Offside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened slightly pitted on inner faces (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Headlamp lens slightly defective nearside and offside (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Pass 9 Sep 2021 29,960 miles

surface corrosion to front brake discs

Fail 9 Sep 2021 29,960 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

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

surface corrosion to front brake discs

Pass 16 Sep 2020 29,819 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords cracking on outer part of tread (5.2.3 (d) (i))

headlight glasses slightly deteriorated

Pass 3 Jun 2019 28,123 miles

rear tyres cracking on edges of tread

Pass 11 Jun 2018 27,170 miles

rear tyres cracking on edges of tread

Pass 12 Jun 2017 26,476 miles

rear tyres slightly cracking in tread and nearside rear 2.5-3mm

Pass 3 Jun 2016 24,946 miles

nearside rear tyre wearing low on outer edge

Pass 11 Jun 2015 23,313 miles

nearside rear tyre wearing on outer edge and slightly cracking in tread

Pass 6 Jun 2014 22,273 miles

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

nearside rear tyre slightly wearing on outer edge

Fail 3 Jun 2013 19,897 miles

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

nearside front tyre low on outer edge, offside front tyre very low on inner and outer edges, nearside rear tyre slightly wearing on outer edge

Pass 3 Jun 2013 19,897 miles

nearside front tyre low on outer edge, offside front tyre very low on inner and outer edges, nearside rear tyre slightly wearing on outer edge

Fail 28 May 2012 15,418 miles

Nearside Rear Body has a sharp edge caused by damage (6.1.C.1)

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

offside front tyre getting low on inner and outer edges

Pass 28 May 2012 15,418 miles

offside front tyre getting low on inner and outer edges

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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AO09 UXJ is a 2009 Suzuki Alto in Red with a 996cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.7%.

Across all 2009 Suzuki Alto models, the average MOT pass rate is 76.5% with a typical mileage of 45,458 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 AO09 UXJ, 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 17 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 AO09 UXJ registered?

AO09 UXJ is a 2009 Suzuki Alto, first registered on 15 June 2009.

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