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AU12 XYH

2012 Suzuki Alto

Red Petrol 996cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires9 May 2027
Tests14 (12 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

32,159 mi
Last recorded32,159 miles
Recorded on22 Apr 2026
Typical for 2012 Suzuki Alto41,311 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAU12 XYH
MakeSuzuki
ModelAlto
Year2012
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine996cc

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MOT History

12 pass 2 fail
Pass 22 Apr 2026 32,159 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 23 Apr 2025 30,804 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 17 Apr 2024 29,384 miles
Pass 3 May 2023 26,543 miles
Pass 10 May 2022 24,168 miles
Pass 18 Mar 2021 22,904 miles
Fail 18 Mar 2021 22,904 miles

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

Pass 13 Mar 2020 20,793 miles
Pass 21 Mar 2019 18,681 miles
Pass 22 Mar 2018 15,899 miles
Pass 10 Feb 2017 13,266 miles

Central All Four Tyres Are Cracking On Outer Walls

Pass 26 Feb 2016 11,997 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' not in view of driver (8.3.1d)

both front tyres cracking in outer sidewalls

both rear tyres cracking in outer sidewalls

Pass 6 Feb 2015 9,352 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

all four tyres on vehicle crackin g to outer sidewalls

damage to windscreen in zone b not in drivers view of the road

Fail 6 Feb 2015 9,352 miles

Nearside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

all four tyres on vehicle crackin g to outer sidewalls

damage to windscreen in zone b not in drivers view of the road

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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AU12 XYH is a 2012 Suzuki Alto in Red 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 AU12 XYH, 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 AU12 XYH registered?

AU12 XYH is a 2012 Suzuki Alto, first registered on 1 March 2012.

Is AU12 XYH safe to buy?

The MOT history for AU12 XYH 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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