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DV12 TCU

2012 Suzuki Alto

Grey Petrol 996cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires4 Jun 2027
Tests11 (10 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90.9%

Mileage

23,506 mi
Last recorded23,506 miles
Recorded on28 May 2026
Typical for 2012 Suzuki Alto41,311 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDV12 TCU
MakeSuzuki
ModelAlto
Year2012
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine996cc

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MOT History

10 pass 1 fail
Pass 28 May 2026 23,506 miles

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

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

Pass 23 May 2025 21,750 miles

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material corroded to brake hose (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing perishing 155/65/14 t (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 5 Jun 2024 20,400 miles
Pass 6 Aug 2021 20,154 miles
Pass 5 Aug 2020 19,677 miles
Pass 18 Apr 2019 18,719 miles
Pass 14 May 2018 17,825 miles
Fail 14 May 2018 17,825 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Offside Rear TYRE PERISHING ON OUTER SIDE WALL

Pass 25 Apr 2017 16,690 miles

rear tyres perishing

Pass 13 May 2016 15,068 miles

rear tyres perishing

Pass 20 Apr 2015 10,722 miles

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

rear tyres perishing

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 TCU is a 2012 Suzuki Alto in Grey with a 996cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.9%.

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 TCU, 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 TCU registered?

DV12 TCU is a 2012 Suzuki Alto, first registered on 19 May 2012.

Is DV12 TCU safe to buy?

The MOT history for DV12 TCU shows 11 tests with a 90.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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