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FY12 DZU

2012 Suzuki Alto

Blue Petrol 996cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires7 Apr 2027
Tests15 (12 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

72,762 mi
Last recorded72,762 miles
Recorded on8 Apr 2026
Typical for 2012 Suzuki Alto41,311 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFY12 DZU
MakeSuzuki
ModelAlto
Year2012
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine996cc

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MOT History

12 pass 3 fail
Pass 8 Apr 2026 72,762 miles

Central Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing cracking in tread (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Nearside Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear (rear end) to flex hose corroded (1.1.11 (c))

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

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn outer edge (5.2.3 (e))

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

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

Pass 2 Apr 2025 68,001 miles

Nearside Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear (rear end) corroded to flex hose (1.1.11 (c))

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

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

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

Pass 8 Apr 2024 61,148 miles

Nearside Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear (rear end) to flex hose (1.1.11 (c))

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

Pass 17 Mar 2023 53,030 miles

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

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

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

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

Pass 23 Mar 2022 45,891 miles

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

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

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

Pass 24 Mar 2021 38,596 miles

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

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

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

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

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

Fail 24 Mar 2021 38,596 miles

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

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

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

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

Offside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

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

Pass 26 Feb 2020 30,238 miles

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

Pass 26 Mar 2019 28,338 miles
Fail 26 Mar 2019 28,338 miles

Nearside Front Wheel bearing play so excessive it is likely to break up (5.1.3 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 26 Mar 2018 26,305 miles
Fail 26 Mar 2018 26,303 miles

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

Nearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

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

Offside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

Pass 28 Feb 2017 23,298 miles
Pass 3 Mar 2016 18,749 miles

Rear Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

Pass 3 Mar 2015 14,460 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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FY12 DZU 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 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 FY12 DZU, 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 FY12 DZU registered?

FY12 DZU is a 2012 Suzuki Alto, first registered on 13 March 2012.

Is FY12 DZU safe to buy?

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