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SG61 ACY

2011 Suzuki Alto

Red Petrol 996cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires24 Sep 2026
Tests16 (12 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

50,436 mi
Last recorded50,436 miles
Recorded on10 Sep 2025
Typical for 2011 Suzuki Alto44,021 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSG61 ACY
MakeSuzuki
ModelAlto
Year2011
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine996cc

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MOT History

12 pass 4 fail
Pass 10 Sep 2025 50,436 miles
Fail 9 Sep 2025 50,436 miles

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

Nearside Front Macpherson strut corroded and seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Supplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))

Pass 10 Sep 2024 49,535 miles
Fail 9 Sep 2024 49,535 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))

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

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 13 Sep 2023 48,571 miles
Pass 22 Sep 2022 47,432 miles
Pass 25 Sep 2021 46,028 miles

Nearside Front Macpherson strut corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Fail 17 Sep 2021 46,027 miles

Brake performance not tested car unable to be tested because of corrosion to rear axle (1.2.1 (g))

Emissions not tested corrosion on rear axle prevents testing (8.2.1.2 (d))

Nearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded front to rear pipe as marked in yellow (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Front Macpherson strut corroded and seriously weakened at spring pan marked in white (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded front to rear as marked in yellow (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Suspension component fractured subframe at outer hub - corroded and weakened (5.3.3 (b) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Front Macpherson strut corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

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

Pass 1 Sep 2020 44,088 miles
Pass 10 Sep 2019 40,794 miles

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

Pass 14 Aug 2018 34,321 miles
Pass 16 Aug 2017 29,618 miles
Pass 11 Aug 2016 27,764 miles
Fail 10 Aug 2016 27,764 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm has excessive play in a pin/bush rear (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Suspension arm has excessive play in a pin/bush rear (2.4.G.2)

Pass 19 Aug 2015 23,299 miles
Pass 7 Aug 2014 14,883 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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SG61 ACY is a 2011 Suzuki Alto in Red with a 996cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 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 SG61 ACY, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was SG61 ACY registered?

SG61 ACY is a 2011 Suzuki Alto, first registered on 1 September 2011.

Is SG61 ACY safe to buy?

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