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AV09 XEO

2009 Suzuki Alto

Red Petrol 996cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires10 Nov 2026
Tests17 (14 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate82.4%

Mileage

24,785 mi
Last recorded24,785 miles
Recorded on11 Nov 2025
Typical for 2009 Suzuki Alto45,458 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAV09 XEO
MakeSuzuki
ModelAlto
Year2009
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine996cc

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MOT History

14 pass 3 fail
Pass 11 Nov 2025 24,785 miles
Pass 5 Nov 2024 24,544 miles
Fail 5 Nov 2024 24,540 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Offside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Pass 2 Aug 2023 23,767 miles

Nearside Front Macpherson strut corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

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

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

Offside Front Macpherson strut corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

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

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

Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 4 Jul 2022 23,652 miles

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

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

Pass 12 Jul 2021 22,992 miles
Pass 7 Aug 2020 21,625 miles
Pass 6 Aug 2019 19,418 miles

Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing both rear (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Fail 6 Aug 2019 19,418 miles

Supplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))

Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing both rear (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

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

Pass 6 Aug 2018 18,054 miles

both rear tyres badly perished and starting to split

Pass 9 Aug 2017 15,533 miles

both rear tyres slightly perished

Pass 26 Jul 2016 14,357 miles

Front tyres worn low

Pass 30 Jul 2015 12,635 miles

front bumper damaged

n/s/r tyre sidewall perished not to cords

Pass 21 Jul 2014 10,963 miles
Pass 10 Aug 2013 9,079 miles
Fail 3 Jul 2012 7,358 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 3 Jul 2012 7,358 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 XEO 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 82.4%.

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 XEO, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was AV09 XEO registered?

AV09 XEO is a 2009 Suzuki Alto, first registered on 12 August 2009.

Is AV09 XEO safe to buy?

The MOT history for AV09 XEO shows 17 tests with a 82.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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