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DG62 KZU

2012 Suzuki Alto

Red Petrol 996cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires8 Sep 2026
Tests14 (11 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate78.6%

Mileage

20,124 mi
Last recorded20,124 miles
Recorded on27 Aug 2025
Typical for 2012 Suzuki Alto41,311 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDG62 KZU
MakeSuzuki
ModelAlto
Year2012
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine996cc

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MOT History

11 pass 3 fail
Pass 27 Aug 2025 20,124 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing 155/65/14 (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

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

Pass 27 Aug 2024 18,945 miles
Pass 17 Aug 2023 18,024 miles

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing cracking inside tyre tread. (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Front Outer Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing 155/65/R14-75T (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 18 Aug 2022 17,088 miles
Pass 20 Aug 2021 16,115 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing 155/65R14 75T (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Fail 20 Aug 2021 16,115 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing 155/65R14 75T (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Rear Stop lamp(s) remains on when the brakes are released (4.3.2 (a) (iii))

Pass 7 Sep 2020 15,043 miles
Pass 22 Aug 2019 13,894 miles
Fail 22 Aug 2019 13,894 miles

Offside Rear Stop lamp(s) all not working (4.3.1 (a) (iii))

Pass 17 Aug 2018 11,760 miles
Pass 18 Aug 2017 10,388 miles
Pass 24 Aug 2016 8,535 miles
Fail 24 Aug 2016 8,535 miles

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 17 Aug 2015 6,182 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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DG62 KZU 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 78.6%.

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 DG62 KZU, 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 DG62 KZU registered?

DG62 KZU is a 2012 Suzuki Alto, first registered on 9 September 2012.

Is DG62 KZU safe to buy?

The MOT history for DG62 KZU shows 14 tests with a 78.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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