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FG12 VTA

2012 Suzuki Alto

Grey Petrol 996cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires17 Nov 2026
Tests15 (12 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

104,883 mi
Last recorded104,883 miles
Recorded on15 Nov 2025
Typical for 2012 Suzuki Alto41,311 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFG12 VTA
MakeSuzuki
ModelAlto
Year2012
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine996cc

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MOT History

12 pass 3 fail
Pass 15 Nov 2025 104,883 miles
Pass 18 Nov 2024 92,880 miles

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

Nearside Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated weeping (6.1.7 (g) (i))

Pass 18 Sep 2023 88,381 miles

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

Pass 16 Sep 2022 86,689 miles
Pass 5 Aug 2021 85,598 miles
Pass 5 Aug 2020 61,495 miles

Nearside Front Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Pass 8 Aug 2019 58,606 miles
Pass 7 May 2019 57,856 miles
Fail 7 May 2019 57,856 miles

Nearside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 8 May 2018 49,866 miles

Nearside inner cv gaiter leaking from clip

Wipers slightly smearing

Pass 6 May 2017 41,569 miles

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

Fail 6 May 2017 41,569 miles

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

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

Pass 9 May 2016 34,721 miles
Fail 7 May 2016 34,712 miles

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

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Pass 5 May 2015 26,045 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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FG12 VTA is a 2012 Suzuki Alto in Grey with a 996cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 FG12 VTA, 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 FG12 VTA registered?

FG12 VTA is a 2012 Suzuki Alto, first registered on 10 May 2012.

Is FG12 VTA safe to buy?

The MOT history for FG12 VTA shows 15 tests with a 80% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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