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SA10 XTZ

2010 Suzuki Alto

Red Petrol 996cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires22 Jan 2027
Tests20 (14 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate70%

Mileage

85,815 mi
Last recorded85,815 miles
Recorded on23 Jan 2026
Typical for 2010 Suzuki Alto45,738 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSA10 XTZ
MakeSuzuki
ModelAlto
Year2010
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine996cc

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MOT History

14 pass 6 fail
Pass 23 Jan 2026 85,815 miles
Pass 11 Apr 2025 81,436 miles

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

Fail 11 Apr 2025 81,436 miles

Front Position lamp not working both (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

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

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

Pass 8 Apr 2024 73,356 miles

General underbody corrosion to rear of vehicle

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

Fail 29 Mar 2024 73,352 miles

Offside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

General underbody corrosion to rear of vehicle

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Worn outer edge (5.2.3 (e))

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

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

Pass 17 Apr 2023 67,318 miles
Fail 12 Apr 2023 67,311 miles

Nearside Rear Suspension arm corroded and seriously weakened trailing arm (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Offside Outer Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Rear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Pass 4 Apr 2022 61,601 miles

Nearside Rear Outer Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive SILL (5.3.6 (a) (i))

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

Offside Rear Outer Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive SILL (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Pass 3 Apr 2021 55,465 miles
Pass 17 Mar 2020 53,633 miles

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

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

Pass 16 Apr 2019 51,259 miles

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

Fail 15 Apr 2019 51,259 miles

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

Offside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))

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

Pass 14 Mar 2018 45,712 miles
Fail 14 Mar 2018 45,712 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

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

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

Rear Registration plate lamp not working one (1.1.C.1d)

Nearside Front Nail in tyre ()

Fail 14 Mar 2018 45,706 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

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

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

Rear Registration plate lamp not working one (1.1.C.1d)

Nearside Front Nail in tyre ()

Pass 7 Mar 2017 39,520 miles
Pass 7 Mar 2016 33,201 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Nearside Rear has ageing cracks on edges

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

Offside Rear has ageing cracks on edges

Pass 16 Mar 2015 29,585 miles
Pass 21 Mar 2014 24,966 miles
Pass 28 Feb 2013 20,765 miles

Vehicle's internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights

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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SA10 XTZ is a 2010 Suzuki Alto in Red with a 996cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 70%.

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 SA10 XTZ, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was SA10 XTZ registered?

SA10 XTZ is a 2010 Suzuki Alto, first registered on 16 March 2010.

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