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DY62 PZC

2012 Suzuki Alto

Blue Petrol 996cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Aug 2024
Tests15 (9 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate60%

Mileage

112,358 mi
Last recorded112,358 miles
Recorded on29 Aug 2023
Typical for 2012 Suzuki Alto41,311 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDY62 PZC
MakeSuzuki
ModelAlto
Year2012
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine996cc

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MOT History

9 pass 6 fail
Pass 29 Aug 2023 112,358 miles

Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Fail 15 Aug 2023 112,022 miles

Central Front Exhaust emissions likely to be affected by an exhaust leak (8.2.1.1 (b))

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))

Exhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))

Exhaust carbon monoxide content at idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (b))

Front Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) worn down to wear indicator (1.1.13 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))

Nearside Front Bumper insecure (6.1.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Headlamp insecure (4.1.1 (c))

Nearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Brake pad(s) worn down to wear indicator (1.1.13 (a) (i))

Offside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Parking brake lever has excessive movement indicating incorrect adjustment (1.1.6 (c))

Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

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

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

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

rear suspension corroded

Pass 18 Aug 2022 89,878 miles

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material All 4 (1.1.11 (c))

Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Front Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Front Registration plate cracked not likely to be misread

Front Windscreen wiper blade defective Both sides (3.4 (b) (i))

Rear Coil spring corroded Both sides (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Fail 18 Aug 2022 89,878 miles

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material All 4 (1.1.11 (c))

Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Front Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Front Registration plate cracked not likely to be misread

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Front Windscreen wiper blade defective Both sides (3.4 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Side repeater incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))

Rear Coil spring corroded Both sides (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Pass 26 Aug 2021 82,980 miles

Front registration plate cracked not likely to be misread

Fail 26 Aug 2021 82,980 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Front registration plate cracked not likely to be misread

Pass 10 Aug 2020 71,482 miles

Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Both sides rear bushes (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 155/65 14 @3mm and worn on edges (5.2.3 (e))

Fail 10 Aug 2020 71,482 miles

Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Both sides rear bushes (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

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

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 155/65 14 @3mm and worn on edges (5.2.3 (e))

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

Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps Both lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

Pass 28 Sep 2019 63,220 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Fail 3 Sep 2019 63,185 miles

Offside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))

Brake pedal has insufficient reserve travel (1.1.2 (a))

Nearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Nearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Pass 3 Sep 2018 58,166 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both sides (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin inner pads (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Fail 3 Sep 2018 58,166 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both sides (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin inner pads (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

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

Pass 4 Sep 2017 49,057 miles

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 8 Sep 2016 38,843 miles
Pass 8 Sep 2015 26,860 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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DY62 PZC is a 2012 Suzuki Alto in Blue with a 996cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 60%.

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 DY62 PZC, 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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DY62 PZC is a 2012 Suzuki Alto, first registered on 1 September 2012.

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