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AV09 ERX

2009 Suzuki Alto

Red Petrol 996cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires13 May 2027
Tests17 (15 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.2%

Mileage

44,365 mi
Last recorded44,365 miles
Recorded on13 May 2026
Typical for 2009 Suzuki Alto45,458 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAV09 ERX
MakeSuzuki
ModelAlto
Year2009
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine996cc

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MOT History

15 pass 2 fail
Pass 13 May 2026 44,365 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Advise tyre perishing cracking split outer sidewall damage (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 14 May 2025 43,702 miles

Hydraulic brake cylinder not excessive but advise adjustment travel on pedal (1.1.16 (e) (i))

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

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

both sills have signs of corrosion

Fail 30 Apr 2025 43,698 miles

Offside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))

Nearside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

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

Nearside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

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

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

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

Offside Rear Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

both sills have signs of corrosion

Pass 1 May 2024 43,136 miles

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))

Pass 5 May 2023 42,428 miles

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

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

Fail 4 May 2023 42,420 miles

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

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

Offside Front Outer Tyre has ply or cords exposed Outer shoulder cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

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

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

Pass 29 Apr 2022 41,098 miles

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both fronts (1.1.11 (c))

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both rears (1.1.11 (c))

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

Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated both fronts (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Pass 26 Mar 2021 40,849 miles

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

Pass 9 Mar 2020 39,303 miles

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material All brake pipes and ferrules affected (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 4 Mar 2019 38,870 miles

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Front and rear pipes affected (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 21 Mar 2018 37,439 miles

Brake pipe slightly corroded Both front and n/s/r pipes affected by corrosion (3.6.B.2c)

N/s wiper blade splitting on ends.

Pass 16 Mar 2017 35,797 miles

Nearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 11 Mar 2016 34,503 miles
Pass 9 Mar 2015 32,419 miles
Pass 4 Mar 2014 29,248 miles

N/S/R AND O/S/R TYRES PERISHERED ON SIDE WALLS AND ON 2.5 MM

Pass 21 Mar 2013 25,064 miles
Pass 21 Feb 2012 19,435 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 ERX is a 2009 Suzuki Alto in Red with a 996cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.2%.

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 AV09 ERX, 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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What year was AV09 ERX registered?

AV09 ERX is a 2009 Suzuki Alto, first registered on 14 March 2009.

Is AV09 ERX safe to buy?

The MOT history for AV09 ERX shows 17 tests with a 88.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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