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CV12 MHM

2012 Suzuki Alto

Red Petrol 996cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 Aug 2025
Tests15 (11 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate73.3%

Mileage

66,385 mi
Last recorded66,385 miles
Recorded on12 Aug 2024
Typical for 2012 Suzuki Alto41,311 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationCV12 MHM
MakeSuzuki
ModelAlto
Year2012
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine996cc

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MOT History

11 pass 4 fail
Pass 12 Aug 2024 66,385 miles

Nearside Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Front to rear (1.1.11 (c))

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

Pass 11 Aug 2023 52,937 miles

Nearside Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Front to rear (1.1.11 (c))

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

Fail 9 Aug 2023 52,931 miles

Horn sound not in accordance with requirements (7.7 (c))

Offside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Front to rear (1.1.11 (c))

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

Pass 18 Jul 2022 41,510 miles
Fail 9 Jul 2022 41,510 miles

Horn not working (7.7 (a))

Nearside Front Obligatory mirror missing (3.3 (a))

Pass 17 Aug 2021 40,448 miles

Horn not working properly (7.7 (a) (i))

front and rear brake pipes are slightly corroded

Fail 26 Jul 2021 40,430 miles

Brake pedal has insufficient reserve travel (1.1.2 (a))

Offside Rear Wheel bearing rough when rotated (5.1.3 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear slightly corroded (1.1.11 (c))

Horn not working properly (7.7 (a) (i))

Pass 7 Aug 2020 39,005 miles
Fail 7 Aug 2020 39,005 miles

Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 28 Dec 2019 37,888 miles

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Pass 24 Jan 2019 32,090 miles
Pass 24 Jan 2018 26,235 miles
Pass 26 Jan 2017 19,526 miles
Pass 25 Feb 2016 16,615 miles
Pass 19 Feb 2015 11,385 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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CV12 MHM is a 2012 Suzuki Alto in Red with a 996cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.3%.

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 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 CV12 MHM, 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 CV12 MHM registered?

CV12 MHM is a 2012 Suzuki Alto, first registered on 7 March 2012.

Is CV12 MHM safe to buy?

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