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NJ61 VGC

2011 Suzuki Alto

Blue Petrol 996cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Mar 2026
Tests13 (12 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.3%

Mileage

66,833 mi
Last recorded66,833 miles
Recorded on21 Mar 2025
Typical for 2011 Suzuki Alto44,021 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationNJ61 VGC
MakeSuzuki
ModelAlto
Year2011
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine996cc

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MOT History

12 pass 1 fail
Pass 21 Mar 2025 66,833 miles

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

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

Pass 14 Mar 2024 60,373 miles

Nearside Front Wheel bearing slightly noisy (5.1.3 (b) (i))

Pass 30 Mar 2023 54,086 miles
Fail 30 Mar 2023 54,086 miles

Nearside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

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

Pass 18 Mar 2022 44,531 miles

Coil spring corroded all. (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Pass 22 Mar 2021 40,099 miles
Pass 26 Mar 2020 39,953 miles
Pass 20 Mar 2019 38,626 miles

Nearside Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material main front to rear covered in grease (1.1.11 (c))

Nearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material inner wing brake pipe covered in grease. (1.1.11 (c))

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

Offside Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material main front to rear covered in grease (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material inner wing brake pipe covered in grease. (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 23 Mar 2018 35,347 miles
Pass 30 Mar 2017 32,371 miles
Pass 15 Sep 2016 27,162 miles

Nearside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Offside Front coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

both rear tyres perished

Pass 1 Sep 2015 17,992 miles
Pass 16 Sep 2014 14,058 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

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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NJ61 VGC is a 2011 Suzuki Alto in Blue with a 996cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.3%.

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 NJ61 VGC, 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 NJ61 VGC registered?

NJ61 VGC is a 2011 Suzuki Alto, first registered on 1 September 2011.

Is NJ61 VGC safe to buy?

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