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DG12 FWM

2012 Suzuki Alto

Silver Petrol 996cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires3 Apr 2027
Tests16 (12 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

32,391 mi
Last recorded32,391 miles
Recorded on11 Mar 2026
Typical for 2012 Suzuki Alto41,311 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDG12 FWM
MakeSuzuki
ModelAlto
Year2012
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine996cc

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MOT History

12 pass 4 fail
Pass 11 Mar 2026 32,391 miles

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

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

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

Pass 7 Mar 2025 30,048 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement arm bush cracking but no movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement arm bush cracking but no movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Fail 6 Mar 2025 30,047 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Nearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement arm bush cracking but no movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement arm bush cracking but no movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 4 Mar 2024 27,830 miles
Pass 6 Mar 2023 25,577 miles
Fail 6 Mar 2023 25,577 miles

Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively both (3.4 (b) (ii))

Pass 8 Mar 2022 23,401 miles

Offside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Pass 12 Mar 2021 19,874 miles
Pass 16 Mar 2020 18,007 miles
Fail 16 Mar 2020 18,007 miles

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Pass 12 Mar 2019 15,597 miles
Fail 12 Mar 2019 15,596 miles

Tyre has ply or cords exposed both rear tyres heavily cracked cords visible (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 4 Apr 2018 12,935 miles

Both rear tyres heavily cracked

Pass 3 Apr 2017 9,844 miles

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit both (4.1.E.1)

Pass 1 Mar 2016 6,979 miles
Pass 26 Feb 2015 3,946 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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DG12 FWM is a 2012 Suzuki Alto in Silver with a 996cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 DG12 FWM, 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

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What year was DG12 FWM registered?

DG12 FWM is a 2012 Suzuki Alto, first registered on 19 March 2012.

Is DG12 FWM safe to buy?

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