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DV12 HNP

2012 Suzuki Alto

Grey Petrol 996cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires29 Sep 2026
Tests14 (12 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

55,181 mi
Last recorded55,181 miles
Recorded on30 Sep 2025
Typical for 2012 Suzuki Alto41,311 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDV12 HNP
MakeSuzuki
ModelAlto
Year2012
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine996cc

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MOT History

12 pass 2 fail
Pass 30 Sep 2025 55,181 miles
Pass 1 Nov 2024 53,783 miles

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

Pass 11 Nov 2023 52,253 miles

Front Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect Both (5.3.2 (d))

Front shock absorbers outer casing unit corroded

Nearside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

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

Rear Boot lid component damaged but not likely to cause injury Boot STRUTS just holding when open (6.2.1 (a) (i))

Pass 22 Nov 2022 50,622 miles
Fail 19 Nov 2022 50,622 miles

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

Pass 22 Nov 2021 48,806 miles
Fail 22 Nov 2021 48,806 miles

Offside Front Seat belt buckle not functioning as intended (7.1.2 (d))

Pass 19 Mar 2021 45,854 miles

Brake disc worn, but not excessively NSF - OSF (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Brake pad(s) wearing thin NSF - OSF (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

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

Pass 2 Mar 2020 40,771 miles
Pass 7 Mar 2019 33,507 miles
Pass 5 Mar 2018 26,546 miles

Nearside Rear Valve stem slightly damaged Showing signs of cracks (4.1.D.1e)

Pass 6 Mar 2017 20,305 miles

Nearside Rear Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Rear Nail in tyre ()

Offside Rear Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Pass 7 Mar 2016 14,079 miles
Pass 27 Feb 2015 6,708 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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DV12 HNP is a 2012 Suzuki Alto in Grey 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 DV12 HNP, 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 DV12 HNP registered?

DV12 HNP is a 2012 Suzuki Alto, first registered on 22 March 2012.

Is DV12 HNP safe to buy?

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