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AV09 DSX

2009 Suzuki Alto

Pink Petrol 996cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 Jun 2023
Tests17 (10 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate58.8%

Mileage

74,418 mi
Last recorded74,418 miles
Recorded on25 Mar 2026
Typical for 2009 Suzuki Alto45,458 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAV09 DSX
MakeSuzuki
ModelAlto
Year2009
ColourPink
Fuel typePetrol
Engine996cc

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MOT History

10 pass 7 fail
Fail 25 Mar 2026 74,418 miles

Front Brake disc significantly and obviously worn both (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Headlamp incorrect colour faded both (4.1.4 (a))

Nearside Rear Inner Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively damaged significantly reducing structural strength sill panel (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick all (1.1.13 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

slight corrosion to rear beam axle

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material all front and rear (1.1.11 (c))

Coil spring corroded all (5.3.1 (b) (i))

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

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

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

Shock absorbers has light misting of oil all (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 6 Jun 2022 71,179 miles

Electronic stability control warning lamp not working (7.12 (e))

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

Pass 23 Jul 2020 70,365 miles
Fail 23 Jul 2020 70,365 miles

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

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

Pass 1 Jul 2019 67,051 miles

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

Fail 1 Jul 2019 67,051 miles

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

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

Pass 4 Jul 2018 62,047 miles

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

Fail 4 Jul 2018 62,038 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (i))

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

Pass 5 Jun 2017 56,353 miles
Fail 5 Jun 2017 56,353 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 10 Feb 2016 45,620 miles
Fail 10 Feb 2016 45,620 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords outer side wall (4.1.D.1a)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

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

Pass 19 Sep 2014 37,372 miles
Pass 4 Dec 2013 34,575 miles

front pads low

n/s/f and o/s/f suspension arm rear bushes split

Pass 4 Dec 2012 31,442 miles
Fail 4 Dec 2012 31,442 miles

Brake pipe leaking (3.6.A.1)

Pass 8 Dec 2011 29,105 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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AV09 DSX is a 2009 Suzuki Alto in Pink with a 996cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 58.8%.

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 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 AV09 DSX, 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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AV09 DSX is a 2009 Suzuki Alto, first registered on 19 March 2009.

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