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DF12 XJY

2012 Suzuki Alto

Grey Petrol 996cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires20 Aug 2027
Tests13 (12 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.3%

Mileage

89,097 mi
Last recorded89,097 miles
Recorded on22 Jul 2026
Typical for 2012 Suzuki Alto41,311 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDF12 XJY
MakeSuzuki
ModelAlto
Year2012
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine996cc

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MOT History

12 pass 1 fail
Pass 22 Jul 2026 89,097 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

exhaust deteriorated

Pass 6 Aug 2025 86,330 miles
Pass 7 Aug 2024 82,141 miles
Pass 10 Aug 2023 77,568 miles

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

Pass 10 Aug 2022 74,965 miles

Rear Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 9 Aug 2021 70,660 miles
Pass 28 Jul 2020 67,084 miles
Pass 30 Jul 2019 61,889 miles
Pass 13 Aug 2018 53,767 miles
Pass 18 Aug 2017 46,607 miles
Pass 5 Aug 2016 34,626 miles
Fail 15 Aug 2015 21,640 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low and too far to the left. (1.8)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low and too far to the left. (1.8)

Pass 15 Aug 2015 21,640 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 XJY is a 2012 Suzuki Alto in Grey with a 996cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.3%.

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 XJY, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of DF12 XJY?

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What year was DF12 XJY registered?

DF12 XJY is a 2012 Suzuki Alto, first registered on 20 August 2012.

Is DF12 XJY safe to buy?

The MOT history for DF12 XJY shows 13 tests with a 92.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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