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CP12 BWJ

2012 Suzuki Alto

Red Petrol 996cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 Nov 2023
Tests10 (9 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90%

Mileage

119,043 mi
Last recorded119,043 miles
Recorded on14 Nov 2022
Typical for 2012 Suzuki Alto41,311 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationCP12 BWJ
MakeSuzuki
ModelAlto
Year2012
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine996cc

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MOT History

9 pass 1 fail
Pass 14 Nov 2022 119,043 miles

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

Nearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

n/s/r & o/s/r shock absorber dust covers badly corroded

Fail 14 Nov 2022 119,041 miles

Exhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))

Exhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))

Nearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

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

Nearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

n/s/r & o/s/r shock absorber dust covers badly corroded

Pass 8 Nov 2021 109,449 miles

Nearside Rear shock absorber dust cover corroded

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

Offside Front Lower Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Offside Front shock absorber casing corroded

Pass 2 Nov 2020 99,744 miles

o/s/r & n/s/r shock absorber dust covers corroded

Pass 12 Nov 2019 91,671 miles
Pass 6 Nov 2018 82,469 miles
Pass 20 Nov 2017 75,484 miles
Pass 9 May 2017 69,844 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

uneven tread wear on o/s and n/s front tyres

Pass 10 May 2016 56,266 miles

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

Front Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened o/s and n/s (3.5.1i)

Pass 6 May 2015 42,362 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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CP12 BWJ is a 2012 Suzuki Alto in Red with a 996cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90%.

Across all 2012 Suzuki Alto models, the average MOT pass rate is 78.7% with a typical mileage of 41,311 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 CP12 BWJ, 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 14 years old, this Suzuki Alto is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was CP12 BWJ registered?

CP12 BWJ is a 2012 Suzuki Alto, first registered on 11 May 2012.

Is CP12 BWJ safe to buy?

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