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GY12 XBR

2012 Suzuki Alto

Blue Petrol 996cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Jan 2025
Tests13 (9 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate69.2%

Mileage

64,289 mi
Last recorded64,289 miles
Recorded on29 Jan 2025
Typical for 2012 Suzuki Alto41,311 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGY12 XBR
MakeSuzuki
ModelAlto
Year2012
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine996cc

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MOT History

9 pass 4 fail
Fail 29 Jan 2025 64,289 miles

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

Offside Front Driver's door cannot be opened from outside the vehicle (6.2.3 (a))

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

Front Brakes imbalanced across an axle by more than 50% Axle 1 (1.2.1 (b) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Service brake has no recorded effort at a wheel (1.2.1 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

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

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

Pass 9 Jan 2024 62,531 miles
Pass 31 Jan 2023 62,333 miles

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

Pass 26 Nov 2021 57,173 miles
Pass 2 Nov 2020 47,727 miles

Nearside Rear Inner Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))

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

Offside Rear Bumper mountings corroded but not likely to become detached (6.1.4 (a) (i))

Pass 20 May 2019 36,236 miles

seepage of grease from Nearside Front Inner CV gaiter

Pass 2 May 2018 24,764 miles

cut in outer sidewall of offside front Tyre

deterioration of both rear Tyres

Fail 2 May 2018 24,764 miles

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

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

cut in outer sidewall of offside front Tyre

deterioration of both rear Tyres

Pass 3 May 2017 14,851 miles

Offside Front tyre tread worn on inner edge

Fail 3 May 2017 14,851 miles

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

Offside Front tyre tread worn on inner edge

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

Pass 9 May 2016 2,827 miles
Pass 26 May 2015 1,939 miles
Fail 26 May 2015 1,939 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

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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GY12 XBR is a 2012 Suzuki Alto in Blue with a 996cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 69.2%.

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 GY12 XBR, 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 GY12 XBR registered?

GY12 XBR is a 2012 Suzuki Alto, first registered on 31 May 2012.

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