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DF12 PHN

2012 Suzuki Alto

Red Petrol 996cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires30 Jul 2027
Tests14 (12 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

27,446 mi
Last recorded27,446 miles
Recorded on24 Jul 2026
Typical for 2012 Suzuki Alto41,311 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDF12 PHN
MakeSuzuki
ModelAlto
Year2012
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine996cc

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MOT History

12 pass 2 fail
Pass 24 Jul 2026 27,446 miles

Nearside Rear Nail in tyre

Fail 24 Jul 2026 27,446 miles

Nearside Rear Nail in tyre

Offside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively blade is split (3.4 (b) (ii))

Pass 22 Jul 2025 23,931 miles
Pass 26 Jul 2024 20,265 miles
Pass 26 Jul 2023 16,518 miles

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing tyre has many minor cracks within and around the tread circumference (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing tyre has many minor cracks within and around the tread circumference (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing tyre has many minor cracks within and around the tread circumference (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing tyre has many minor cracks within and around the tread circumference (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 19 Jul 2022 14,365 miles
Pass 22 Jul 2021 13,157 miles
Pass 22 Jul 2020 11,803 miles
Pass 17 Jul 2019 10,395 miles
Pass 23 Jul 2018 8,600 miles
Pass 20 Jul 2017 6,416 miles

Nearside Rear multiple minor cracks in the outer sidewalls,within test limits

Offside Front multiple minor cracks in the outer sidewalls,within test limits

Offside Rear multiple minor cracks in the outer sidewalls,within test limits

Fail 20 Jul 2017 6,416 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Nearside Rear multiple minor cracks in the outer sidewalls,within test limits

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Front multiple minor cracks in the outer sidewalls,within test limits

Offside Rear multiple minor cracks in the outer sidewalls,within test limits

Pass 20 Jul 2016 5,735 miles
Pass 23 Jul 2015 4,351 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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DF12 PHN is a 2012 Suzuki Alto in Red 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 DF12 PHN, 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 DF12 PHN registered?

DF12 PHN is a 2012 Suzuki Alto, first registered on 30 July 2012.

Is DF12 PHN safe to buy?

The MOT history for DF12 PHN shows 14 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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