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CX12 XFS

2012 Suzuki Alto

Silver Petrol 996cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires20 Mar 2027
Tests14 (12 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

72,588 mi
Last recorded72,588 miles
Recorded on16 Mar 2026
Typical for 2012 Suzuki Alto41,311 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationCX12 XFS
MakeSuzuki
ModelAlto
Year2012
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine996cc

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MOT History

12 pass 2 fail
Pass 16 Mar 2026 72,588 miles

Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))

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

Offside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))

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

Pass 24 Feb 2025 59,651 miles
Pass 22 Feb 2024 48,869 miles
Pass 21 Mar 2023 42,172 miles

Nearside Rear Lower Coil spring mounting corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Fail 16 Mar 2023 42,136 miles

Offside Rear Suspension arm corroded and seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 17 Mar 2022 38,203 miles
Pass 18 Mar 2021 33,984 miles
Pass 19 Mar 2020 30,909 miles
Pass 13 Mar 2019 26,383 miles
Pass 14 Mar 2018 23,277 miles
Pass 15 Mar 2017 19,704 miles
Pass 18 Mar 2016 13,390 miles
Pass 5 Mar 2015 13,255 miles
Fail 5 Mar 2015 13,255 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too high (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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CX12 XFS is a 2012 Suzuki Alto in Silver with a 996cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 CX12 XFS, 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 CX12 XFS registered?

CX12 XFS is a 2012 Suzuki Alto, first registered on 16 March 2012.

Is CX12 XFS safe to buy?

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