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AV09 YZS

2009 Suzuki Alto

Red Petrol 996cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 Oct 2018
Tests9 (6 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

27,477 mi
Last recorded27,477 miles
Recorded on3 Oct 2017
Typical for 2009 Suzuki Alto45,458 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAV09 YZS
MakeSuzuki
ModelAlto
Year2009
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine996cc

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MOT History

6 pass 3 fail
Pass 3 Oct 2017 27,477 miles
Fail 3 Oct 2017 27,477 miles

Offside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

Pass 16 Sep 2016 26,183 miles

Nearside Obligatory mirror damaged, but not seriously affecting the rear view door mirror cover missing (8.1.2a)

Fail 16 Sep 2016 26,183 miles

Nearside Obligatory mirror damaged, but not seriously affecting the rear view door mirror cover missing (8.1.2a)

Offside Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Pass 8 Sep 2015 22,282 miles
Pass 11 Sep 2014 18,575 miles

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Offside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Fail 3 Sep 2013 15,637 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 3 Sep 2013 15,637 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Pass 6 Sep 2012 12,063 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Child seat fitted to nearside rear

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 YZS is a 2009 Suzuki Alto in Red with a 996cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 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 YZS, 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 YZS registered?

AV09 YZS is a 2009 Suzuki Alto, first registered on 15 August 2009.

Is AV09 YZS safe to buy?

The MOT history for AV09 YZS shows 9 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does AV09 YZS have outstanding finance?

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