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CV62 HCP

2012 Suzuki Alto

Red Petrol 996cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires28 Jan 2027
Tests13 (11 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate84.6%

Mileage

38,664 mi
Last recorded38,664 miles
Recorded on28 Jan 2026
Typical for 2012 Suzuki Alto41,311 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationCV62 HCP
MakeSuzuki
ModelAlto
Year2012
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine996cc

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MOT History

11 pass 2 fail
Pass 28 Jan 2026 38,664 miles

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

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

Front Road wheel slightly distorted both (5.2.2 (c) (i))

general corrosion to underside of vehicle and associated components

Pass 27 Jan 2025 36,886 miles
Pass 29 Jan 2024 34,347 miles
Pass 19 Dec 2022 32,411 miles
Pass 15 Sep 2021 28,068 miles
Fail 15 Sep 2021 28,066 miles

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

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

Pass 18 Sep 2020 27,217 miles
Pass 22 Aug 2019 27,071 miles
Pass 30 Aug 2018 26,411 miles
Pass 29 Aug 2017 24,947 miles
Pass 15 Aug 2016 22,572 miles
Pass 1 Sep 2015 19,569 miles
Fail 1 Sep 2015 19,569 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

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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CV62 HCP is a 2012 Suzuki Alto in Red with a 996cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.6%.

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 CV62 HCP, 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 CV62 HCP registered?

CV62 HCP is a 2012 Suzuki Alto, first registered on 1 September 2012.

Is CV62 HCP safe to buy?

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