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L12 TUG

2008 Suzuki Alto

Silver Petrol 2499cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires4 Mar 2027
Tests30 (29 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate96.7%

Mileage

69,417 mi
Last recorded69,417 miles
Recorded on4 Mar 2026
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationL12 TUG
MakeSuzuki
ModelAlto
Year2008
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,499cc

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MOT History

29 pass 1 fail
Pass 4 Mar 2026 69,417 miles

Offside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

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

Pass 16 Feb 2026 50,457 miles

Nearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Offside Front Inner Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

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

Pass 4 Mar 2025 67,432 miles

Nearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear Outer Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Outer sidewall perished (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Front Outer Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Outer sidewall perished (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 10 Oct 2024 46,470 miles
Pass 5 Mar 2024 64,584 miles

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 12 Oct 2023 43,642 miles

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

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

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

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

Pass 3 Mar 2023 61,966 miles
Pass 12 Oct 2022 41,339 miles
Pass 1 Mar 2022 59,157 miles
Pass 11 Oct 2021 38,726 miles
Pass 5 Mar 2021 56,477 miles
Pass 16 Oct 2020 36,123 miles
Pass 6 Feb 2020 54,049 miles
Pass 11 Oct 2019 32,917 miles
Pass 14 Feb 2019 48,435 miles
Pass 4 Oct 2018 30,282 miles

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

Nearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

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

Offside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

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

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

Fail 4 Oct 2018 30,282 miles

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

Nearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

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

Offside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

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

Offside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

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

Pass 26 Feb 2018 42,050 miles
Pass 13 Sep 2017 26,656 miles
Pass 9 Feb 2017 37,155 miles
Pass 8 Sep 2016 23,629 miles
Pass 11 Feb 2016 33,092 miles
Pass 7 Sep 2015 20,112 miles
Pass 24 Feb 2015 29,603 miles
Pass 10 Sep 2014 16,539 miles
Pass 13 Feb 2014 26,454 miles
Pass 28 Aug 2013 11,722 miles
Pass 18 Feb 2013 23,145 miles
Pass 13 Feb 2012 20,108 miles
Pass 3 Mar 2011 17,965 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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L12 TUG is a 2008 Suzuki Alto in Silver with a 2,499cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 30 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 96.7%.

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 L12 TUG, 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 18 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 L12 TUG registered?

L12 TUG is a 2008 Suzuki Alto, first registered on 3 March 2008.

Is L12 TUG safe to buy?

The MOT history for L12 TUG shows 30 tests with a 96.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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