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NU10 DSV

2010 Suzuki Alto

Black Petrol 996cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires22 Aug 2027
Tests21 (15 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

125,776 mi
Last recorded125,776 miles
Recorded on5 Aug 2026
Typical for 2010 Suzuki Alto45,738 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationNU10 DSV
MakeSuzuki
ModelAlto
Year2010
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine996cc

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MOT History

15 pass 6 fail
Pass 5 Aug 2026 125,776 miles
Pass 30 Jul 2025 123,993 miles

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

Nearside Front Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively disc poor 4mm pad (1.2.1 (e))

Pass 5 Aug 2024 122,446 miles

Central Lower Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 13 Aug 2023 115,221 miles

Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively Both front. (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Front Lower Suspension component ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated Both front. (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Both front. (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Fail 13 Aug 2023 115,221 miles

Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively Both front. (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Front Lower Suspension component ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated Both front. (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Both front. (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Pass 3 Aug 2022 105,040 miles
Pass 23 Aug 2021 104,806 miles

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

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

Pass 17 Aug 2020 103,258 miles
Fail 17 Aug 2020 103,258 miles

Front Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

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

Offside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

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

Pass 4 Mar 2019 91,287 miles
Fail 4 Mar 2019 91,287 miles

Parking brake lever has excessive movement indicating incorrect adjustment (1.1.6 (c))

Pass 9 Mar 2018 82,000 miles

Offside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Fail 9 Mar 2018 82,000 miles

Nearside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Offside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Pass 9 Mar 2017 72,755 miles

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

Fail 9 Mar 2017 72,755 miles

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

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 11 Mar 2016 66,126 miles
Pass 9 Mar 2016 66,126 miles
Fail 9 Mar 2016 66,126 miles

Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 5 Mar 2015 59,399 miles
Pass 11 Mar 2014 50,999 miles
Pass 13 Mar 2013 42,560 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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NU10 DSV is a 2010 Suzuki Alto in Black with a 996cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

Across all 2010 Suzuki Alto models, the average MOT pass rate is 76.2% with a typical mileage of 45,738 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 NU10 DSV, 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 16 years old, this Suzuki Alto is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was NU10 DSV registered?

NU10 DSV is a 2010 Suzuki Alto, first registered on 10 March 2010.

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