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AO12 XXP

2012 Suzuki Alto

Red Petrol 996cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 Jun 2017
Tests3 (2 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

39,580 mi
Last recorded39,580 miles
Recorded on1 Jun 2016
Typical for 2012 Suzuki Alto41,311 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAO12 XXP
MakeSuzuki
ModelAlto
Year2012
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine996cc

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MOT History

2 pass 1 fail
Pass 1 Jun 2016 39,580 miles

advise N/S/F brake caliper has very slight end float

advise items removed from screen and dash prior to testing by driver

Fail 26 May 2016 38,960 miles

Driver's airbag obviously defective (5.4.1)

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

advise N/S/F brake caliper has very slight end float

advise both front tyres have cuts in tread cords not showing

advise items removed from screen and dash prior to testing by driver

Pass 3 Jun 2015 15,375 miles

cut in both o/s tyres but not yet to fail criteria

n/s/f tyre wearing on edges and starting to perrish

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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AO12 XXP is a 2012 Suzuki Alto in Red with a 996cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 3 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

Across all 2012 Suzuki Alto models, the average MOT pass rate is 78.7% with a typical mileage of 41,311 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 AO12 XXP, 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 14 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 AO12 XXP registered?

AO12 XXP is a 2012 Suzuki Alto, first registered on 16 June 2012.

Is AO12 XXP safe to buy?

The MOT history for AO12 XXP shows 3 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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