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BD09 JKJ

2009 Suzuki Alto

Green Petrol 996cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires27 Jul 2027
Tests23 (15 pass, 8 fail)
Pass rate65.2%

Mileage

73,844 mi
Last recorded73,844 miles
Recorded on28 Jul 2026
Typical for 2009 Suzuki Alto45,458 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBD09 JKJ
MakeSuzuki
ModelAlto
Year2009
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine996cc

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MOT History

15 pass 8 fail
Pass 28 Jul 2026 73,844 miles

suspension components has slight corrosion

under vehicle has slight corrosion

Pass 28 Jul 2025 70,251 miles

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

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

Pass 16 Jul 2024 69,976 miles
Fail 16 Jul 2024 69,976 miles

Nearside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 6 Jul 2023 64,567 miles
Fail 5 Jul 2023 64,560 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 19 Jul 2022 62,366 miles

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

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

Pass 8 Jul 2021 59,935 miles

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

Rear Coil spring corroded both sides (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Fail 8 Jul 2021 59,934 miles

Front Coil spring corroded so that its cross sectional area is reduced and seriously weakened both sides (5.3.1 (b) (i))

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

Rear Coil spring corroded both sides (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Pass 7 Jul 2020 57,882 miles
Fail 7 Jul 2020 57,879 miles

Front Headlamp aim too low both sides (4.1.2 (a))

Parking brake lever has excessive movement indicating incorrect adjustment (1.1.6 (c))

Pass 9 Jul 2019 55,893 miles
Pass 11 Jul 2018 53,179 miles
Pass 17 Jul 2017 51,835 miles
Fail 17 Jul 2017 51,835 miles

Front Headlamp aim too high both sides (1.8)

Rear Registration plate lamp not working both sides (1.1.C.1d)

Pass 9 Jul 2016 49,461 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Fail 8 Jul 2016 49,461 miles

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively split and not clearing (8.2.2)

Offside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively split and not clearing (8.2.2)

Nearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Pass 13 Jul 2015 44,827 miles

o/s/f wiper rubber split

Fail 13 Jul 2015 44,827 miles

Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)

o/s/f wiper rubber split

Pass 7 Jul 2014 38,274 miles
Pass 26 Jul 2013 32,086 miles

front and rear wipers smearing

Fail 22 Jul 2013 32,008 miles

Nearside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

front and rear wipers smearing

Pass 16 Jul 2012 25,799 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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BD09 JKJ is a 2009 Suzuki Alto in Green with a 996cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 65.2%.

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 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 BD09 JKJ, 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 BD09 JKJ registered?

BD09 JKJ is a 2009 Suzuki Alto, first registered on 27 July 2009.

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