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CP12 KNZ

2012 Suzuki Alto

Red Petrol 996cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires19 Aug 2026
Tests12 (10 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

30,435 mi
Last recorded30,435 miles
Recorded on14 Aug 2025
Typical for 2012 Suzuki Alto41,311 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationCP12 KNZ
MakeSuzuki
ModelAlto
Year2012
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine996cc

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MOT History

10 pass 2 fail
Pass 14 Aug 2025 30,435 miles

Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material under bonnet running along bulkhead (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 20 Aug 2024 30,235 miles

Items removed from driver's view prior to test air freshener ()

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

Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Rear unable to check all rear seatbelts due to items on seats

Pass 6 Jun 2023 29,936 miles

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

Pass 16 May 2022 29,643 miles
Pass 8 Dec 2020 29,375 miles
Pass 24 Jun 2019 28,886 miles
Pass 28 Jun 2018 28,307 miles

Offside Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

Fail 28 Jun 2018 28,307 miles

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

Offside Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

Pass 30 Jun 2017 27,165 miles
Pass 15 Jun 2016 26,220 miles
Fail 15 Jun 2016 26,220 miles

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Pass 9 Jun 2015 21,405 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 KNZ is a 2012 Suzuki Alto in Red with a 996cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 KNZ, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was CP12 KNZ registered?

CP12 KNZ is a 2012 Suzuki Alto, first registered on 16 June 2012.

Is CP12 KNZ safe to buy?

The MOT history for CP12 KNZ shows 12 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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