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DA12 OXS

2012 Suzuki Alto

Red Petrol 996cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 Jan 2026
Tests18 (10 pass, 8 fail)
Pass rate55.6%

Mileage

103,017 mi
Last recorded103,017 miles
Recorded on6 Jan 2025
Typical for 2012 Suzuki Alto41,311 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDA12 OXS
MakeSuzuki
ModelAlto
Year2012
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine996cc

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MOT History

10 pass 8 fail
Pass 6 Jan 2025 103,017 miles
Fail 6 Jan 2025 103,017 miles

Nearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Seat belt buckle damaged (7.1.2 (d))

Offside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 6 Jan 2024 93,921 miles

Offside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material t0 flexi pipe (1.1.11 (c))

damage to bodywork

Fail 6 Jan 2024 93,921 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect insecure bulb (4.1.2 (c))

Offside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material t0 flexi pipe (1.1.11 (c))

damage to bodywork

Pass 8 Dec 2022 85,588 miles

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Nearside Front headlight pattern weak

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

Offside Front headlight pattern weak

Fail 8 Dec 2022 85,588 miles

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Nearside Front headlight pattern weak

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

Offside Front headlight pattern weak

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Fail 6 Dec 2022 85,519 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Nearside Front Headlamp light source and lamp not compatible (4.1.4 (c))

Offside Front Headlamp light source and lamp not compatible (4.1.4 (c))

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 20 Oct 2021 75,755 miles

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

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

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

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

Fail 20 Oct 2021 75,755 miles

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

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

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

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

Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

Pass 29 Oct 2020 67,923 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Fail 29 Oct 2020 67,923 miles

Nearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))

Nearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 26 Apr 2019 62,348 miles
Pass 30 Apr 2018 57,668 miles

all 4 tyres getting close to limits + cracking

Fail 30 Apr 2018 57,668 miles

Front Front position lamp(s) not working sidelight inop (1.1.A.3b)

all 4 tyres getting close to limits + cracking

Pass 26 Apr 2017 42,011 miles

n/s/f tyre outer wall damage

Pass 14 Jun 2016 34,185 miles

both front wipers smearing

Fail 11 May 2015 26,096 miles

Items removed from driver's view prior to test

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 11 May 2015 26,096 miles

Items removed from driver's view prior to test

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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DA12 OXS is a 2012 Suzuki Alto in Red with a 996cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 55.6%.

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 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 DA12 OXS, 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 DA12 OXS registered?

DA12 OXS is a 2012 Suzuki Alto, first registered on 18 May 2012.

Is DA12 OXS safe to buy?

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