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HJ12 RNA

2012 Suzuki Alto

Red Petrol 996cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires9 Mar 2027
Tests16 (12 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

20,324 mi
Last recorded20,324 miles
Recorded on3 Mar 2026
Typical for 2012 Suzuki Alto41,311 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHJ12 RNA
MakeSuzuki
ModelAlto
Year2012
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine996cc

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MOT History

12 pass 4 fail
Pass 3 Mar 2026 20,324 miles

Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Fail 3 Mar 2026 20,324 miles

Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

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

Pass 7 Mar 2025 20,051 miles

Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output both require cleaning (4.1.4 (b))

Pass 5 Mar 2024 19,584 miles
Fail 5 Mar 2024 19,584 miles

Windscreen washer jets misaligned and not providing sufficient fluid to the windscreen (3.5 (a))

Pass 13 Feb 2023 19,066 miles
Fail 13 Feb 2023 19,066 miles

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

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

Pass 3 Mar 2022 18,256 miles

Nearside Brake pipe inadequately clipped or supported front to rear above tank (1.1.11 (d) (i))

both headlamp lens' starting to deteriorate

track control arm inner rear bushes perished

various underbody component corrosion including a rear fuel pipe and all the brake pipes

Fail 25 Feb 2022 18,251 miles

Nearside Brake pipe excessively corroded front to rear (chalked) (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Brake pipe excessively corroded front to rear (chalked) (1.1.11 (c))

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

both headlamp lens' starting to deteriorate

track control arm inner rear bushes perished

various underbody component corrosion including a rear fuel pipe and all the brake pipes

Pass 24 Feb 2021 17,441 miles
Pass 25 Feb 2020 16,628 miles

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

Pass 20 Feb 2019 15,028 miles
Pass 12 Feb 2018 13,297 miles
Pass 13 Feb 2017 11,530 miles
Pass 12 Feb 2016 9,806 miles
Pass 26 Feb 2015 8,267 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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HJ12 RNA is a 2012 Suzuki Alto in Red with a 996cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 HJ12 RNA, 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 HJ12 RNA registered?

HJ12 RNA is a 2012 Suzuki Alto, first registered on 9 March 2012.

Is HJ12 RNA safe to buy?

The MOT history for HJ12 RNA shows 16 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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