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AV09 VBJ

2009 Suzuki Alto

Grey Petrol 996cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 Jan 2025
Tests15 (13 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate86.7%

Mileage

95,349 mi
Last recorded95,349 miles
Recorded on6 Jan 2024
Typical for 2009 Suzuki Alto45,458 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAV09 VBJ
MakeSuzuki
ModelAlto
Year2009
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine996cc

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MOT History

13 pass 2 fail
Pass 6 Jan 2024 95,349 miles

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

Cab or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security (6.2.2 (d) (i))

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

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 5 Jan 2023 87,869 miles

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

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

Pass 10 Jan 2022 76,758 miles
Pass 31 Dec 2020 71,931 miles
Fail 17 Dec 2020 71,829 miles

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength axle (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively damaged significantly reducing structural strength axle (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Pass 27 Jun 2019 69,983 miles
Pass 27 Jun 2018 66,836 miles
Pass 10 Mar 2017 53,632 miles
Pass 14 Jan 2017 53,046 miles

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

Pass 9 Jan 2016 42,339 miles
Fail 8 Jan 2016 42,339 miles

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Pass 2 Jan 2015 29,220 miles
Pass 11 Jun 2014 26,574 miles
Pass 13 Jun 2013 18,124 miles

n/s rear tyre age cracking but no cords exposed

Pass 6 Jun 2012 11,979 miles

n/s/f tyre wearing on very outer edge

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 VBJ is a 2009 Suzuki Alto in Grey with a 996cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 86.7%.

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 VBJ, 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 VBJ registered?

AV09 VBJ is a 2009 Suzuki Alto, first registered on 22 June 2009.

Is AV09 VBJ safe to buy?

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