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CV12 VRF

2012 Suzuki Alto

Silver Petrol 996cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Oct 2024
Tests12 (9 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

81,452 mi
Last recorded81,452 miles
Recorded on26 Oct 2023
Typical for 2012 Suzuki Alto41,311 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationCV12 VRF
MakeSuzuki
ModelAlto
Year2012
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine996cc

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MOT History

9 pass 3 fail
Pass 26 Oct 2023 81,452 miles
Pass 7 Oct 2022 73,272 miles
Fail 7 Oct 2022 73,272 miles

Front Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Pass 7 Oct 2021 64,643 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement lower arm rear bush perished and cracked (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement lower arm rear bush perished and cracked (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 22 Oct 2020 52,987 miles
Fail 22 Oct 2020 52,987 miles

Rear Exhaust system insecure (6.1.2 (a))

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

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

Pass 18 Oct 2019 42,561 miles
Pass 23 Oct 2018 31,009 miles
Pass 30 Oct 2017 21,118 miles
Pass 30 Mar 2016 17,989 miles
Fail 30 Mar 2016 17,989 miles

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

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

Pass 10 Mar 2015 13,696 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

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 VRF is a 2012 Suzuki Alto in Silver with a 996cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 VRF, 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 VRF registered?

CV12 VRF is a 2012 Suzuki Alto, first registered on 30 March 2012.

Is CV12 VRF safe to buy?

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