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AP12 DYX

2012 Suzuki Alto

Black Petrol 996cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires26 Jul 2027
Tests14 (12 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

53,900 mi
Last recorded53,900 miles
Recorded on23 Jul 2026
Typical for 2012 Suzuki Alto41,311 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAP12 DYX
MakeSuzuki
ModelAlto
Year2012
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine996cc

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MOT History

12 pass 2 fail
Pass 23 Jul 2026 53,900 miles
Fail 23 Jul 2026 53,900 miles

Nearside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

Rear Stop lamp(s) not working OSR (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 26 Jul 2025 50,753 miles

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))

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

Offside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Fail 26 Jul 2025 50,753 miles

Front Headlamp light intensity severely reduced OSF/NSF (4.1.4 (a))

Nearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))

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

Offside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 13 Jul 2024 47,131 miles

Nearside Front Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Offside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Pass 15 Jul 2023 43,703 miles
Pass 14 Jul 2022 39,333 miles
Pass 1 Jul 2021 34,798 miles
Pass 1 Jul 2020 29,794 miles
Pass 17 Jul 2019 25,247 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 11 Jul 2018 22,131 miles
Pass 14 Jul 2017 18,876 miles
Pass 14 Jul 2016 14,673 miles

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

all tyres starting to crack on outer sidewalls

Pass 4 Jul 2015 11,711 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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AP12 DYX is a 2012 Suzuki Alto in Black with a 996cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 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 AP12 DYX, 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

How do I check the history of AP12 DYX?

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What year was AP12 DYX registered?

AP12 DYX is a 2012 Suzuki Alto, first registered on 26 July 2012.

Is AP12 DYX safe to buy?

The MOT history for AP12 DYX shows 14 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.

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