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HG12 DLF

2012 Suzuki Alto

Silver Petrol 996cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires2 Jun 2027
Tests15 (12 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

64,258 mi
Last recorded64,258 miles
Recorded on8 May 2026
Typical for 2012 Suzuki Alto41,311 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHG12 DLF
MakeSuzuki
ModelAlto
Year2012
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine996cc

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MOT History

12 pass 3 fail
Pass 8 May 2026 64,258 miles

Brake pedal feeling spongey but has enough reserve travel

Nearside Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Inner CV boot weaping grease

Offside Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Offside Front Inner CV boot weaping grease

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

Fail 8 May 2026 64,258 miles

Brake pedal feeling spongey but has enough reserve travel

Nearside Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Inner CV boot weaping grease

Nearside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid Washer bottle empty (3.5 (a))

Offside Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Offside Front Inner CV boot weaping grease

Offside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid Washer bottle empty (3.5 (a))

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

Pass 8 May 2025 55,137 miles
Pass 24 May 2024 52,798 miles
Pass 24 May 2023 47,616 miles

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

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

Pass 31 May 2022 44,872 miles
Pass 2 Jun 2021 39,012 miles
Pass 3 Jun 2020 30,521 miles
Fail 3 Jun 2020 30,521 miles

Nearside Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Nearside Rear Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

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

Pass 22 May 2019 24,615 miles
Fail 22 May 2019 24,615 miles

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

Pass 21 May 2018 22,609 miles
Pass 18 May 2017 17,318 miles

Items removed from driver's view prior to test ()

nearside front tyre is worn on edges

offside front tyre is wearing on edges

Pass 3 May 2016 12,892 miles
Pass 23 Apr 2015 10,927 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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HG12 DLF is a 2012 Suzuki Alto in Silver 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 HG12 DLF, 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 HG12 DLF registered?

HG12 DLF is a 2012 Suzuki Alto, first registered on 1 May 2012.

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