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MW11 ZLY

2011 Suzuki Alto

Blue Petrol 996cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires15 Jan 2027
Tests16 (13 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate81.3%

Mileage

69,119 mi
Last recorded69,119 miles
Recorded on16 Jan 2026
Typical for 2011 Suzuki Alto44,021 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMW11 ZLY
MakeSuzuki
ModelAlto
Year2011
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine996cc

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MOT History

13 pass 3 fail
Pass 16 Jan 2026 69,119 miles

Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Both rear worn smooth on edges (5.2.3 (e))

Fail 16 Jan 2026 69,119 miles

Horn not working (7.7 (a))

Nearside Headlamp aim unable to be tested (4.1.2 (b))

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Both rear worn smooth on edges (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 15 Jan 2025 63,164 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge wearing on edge 155/65/14 (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge wearing on outer edge 155/65/14 (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 11 Jan 2024 67,086 miles

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

Pass 16 Jan 2023 51,439 miles
Pass 11 Jan 2022 38,521 miles
Pass 13 Nov 2020 27,249 miles
Pass 16 Oct 2019 26,555 miles

Nearside Integral body structure is deformed but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Outer sill slightly dented. (6.1.1 (a) (i))

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

Pass 6 Nov 2018 24,866 miles

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

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

Fail 6 Nov 2018 24,866 miles

Front Headlamp aim too high BOTH (4.1.2 (a))

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

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

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

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

Pass 6 Nov 2017 22,367 miles

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

Fail 6 Nov 2017 22,367 miles

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

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

Pass 4 Nov 2016 20,828 miles
Pass 4 Nov 2015 18,283 miles
Pass 28 May 2015 15,299 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 23 Jun 2014 5,543 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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MW11 ZLY is a 2011 Suzuki Alto in Blue with a 996cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.3%.

Across all 2011 Suzuki Alto models, the average MOT pass rate is 77.9% with a typical mileage of 44,021 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 MW11 ZLY, 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 15 years old, this Suzuki Alto is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was MW11 ZLY registered?

MW11 ZLY is a 2011 Suzuki Alto, first registered on 17 August 2011.

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