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AP09 HFV

2009 Suzuki Alto

Silver Petrol 996cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires29 Oct 2026
Tests18 (14 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

95,326 mi
Last recorded95,326 miles
Recorded on10 Oct 2025
Typical for 2009 Suzuki Alto45,458 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAP09 HFV
MakeSuzuki
ModelAlto
Year2009
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine996cc

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MOT History

14 pass 4 fail
Pass 10 Oct 2025 95,326 miles

Front Macpherson strut corroded but not seriously weakened Both have surface corrosion. (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Front Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Offside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Fail 10 Oct 2025 95,326 miles

Front Macpherson strut corroded but not seriously weakened Both have surface corrosion. (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Stop lamp(s) adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (4.3.3 (b))

Offside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Front Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Offside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 25 Oct 2024 84,276 miles

Central Rear seatbelt not checked due to items on seat

Offside Rear seatbelt not checked due to items on seat

Pass 25 Oct 2023 71,787 miles

Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively slightly lipped and becoming rusty pads 3mm left (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge outer edge worn overall 3mm left (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge outer edge worn overall 3mm left (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Pass 21 Oct 2022 58,242 miles
Pass 21 Oct 2021 46,562 miles
Fail 21 Oct 2021 46,555 miles

Offside Rear Coil spring insecure new spring has been fitted upside down and differing coil diameters are preventing it from correctly locating (5.3.1 (a) (i))

Fail 15 Oct 2021 46,353 miles

Nearside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt insecure (6.1.7 (g) (ii))

Offside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt insecure (6.1.7 (g) (ii))

Nearside Front Lower Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Offside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Offside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Pass 30 Oct 2020 35,521 miles
Pass 18 Jun 2019 20,255 miles
Pass 21 Jun 2018 10,527 miles

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material All pipes greased (1.1.11 (c))

Nearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 12 Jun 2017 8,799 miles

all brake pipes coated with grease

both rear tyres at 3mm

Pass 22 Jun 2016 8,440 miles
Pass 25 Jun 2015 8,128 miles
Pass 30 Jun 2014 6,944 miles
Pass 3 Jul 2013 6,375 miles
Fail 18 Jul 2012 5,464 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 18 Jul 2012 5,464 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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AP09 HFV is a 2009 Suzuki Alto in Silver with a 996cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

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 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 AP09 HFV, 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.

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AP09 HFV is a 2009 Suzuki Alto, first registered on 5 August 2009.

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