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DV12 WEJ

2012 Suzuki Alto

Red Petrol 996cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires19 Dec 2026
Tests12 (10 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

78,322 mi
Last recorded78,322 miles
Recorded on30 Nov 2025
Typical for 2012 Suzuki Alto41,311 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDV12 WEJ
MakeSuzuki
ModelAlto
Year2012
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine996cc

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MOT History

10 pass 2 fail
Pass 30 Nov 2025 78,322 miles
Pass 16 Dec 2024 67,171 miles
Pass 20 Dec 2023 73,245 miles
Pass 30 Nov 2022 72,675 miles
Pass 11 Jun 2021 72,640 miles
Pass 24 Apr 2019 71,556 miles

Offside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Rear Slight damage to bumper

Fail 24 Apr 2019 71,556 miles

Offside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

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

Rear Slight damage to bumper

Pass 2 Feb 2018 61,532 miles

Nearside Front Outer Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Nearside Rear Tyre deteriorating in the outer sidewall

Offside Front Outer Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Offside Rear Tyre starting to deteriorate in the outer sidewall

Fail 29 Jan 2018 61,532 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Nearside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Nearside Front Outer Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Nearside Rear Tyre deteriorating in the outer sidewall

Offside Front Outer Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Offside Rear Tyre starting to deteriorate in the outer sidewall

Pass 13 May 2017 53,176 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Pass 9 May 2016 48,260 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 5 May 2015 25,184 miles

Nearside Rear Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

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 WEJ is a 2012 Suzuki Alto in Red with a 996cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 DV12 WEJ, 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 DV12 WEJ registered?

DV12 WEJ is a 2012 Suzuki Alto, first registered on 8 May 2012.

Is DV12 WEJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for DV12 WEJ shows 12 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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