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YA12 YZS

2012 Suzuki Alto

White Petrol 996cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires10 Aug 2027
Tests13 (12 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.3%

Mileage

29,558 mi
Last recorded29,558 miles
Recorded on11 Aug 2026
Typical for 2012 Suzuki Alto41,311 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYA12 YZS
MakeSuzuki
ModelAlto
Year2012
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine996cc

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MOT History

12 pass 1 fail
Pass 11 Aug 2026 29,558 miles
Pass 24 Nov 2025 29,021 miles

Nearside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated slight weap (6.1.7 (g) (i))

Nearside Rear Vehicle structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security (6.2.2 (d) (i))

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

Offside Rear Vehicle structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security (6.2.2 (d) (i))

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

Pass 23 Dec 2024 28,069 miles
Pass 3 Nov 2023 27,057 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 3 Nov 2022 26,322 miles
Fail 3 Nov 2022 26,322 miles

Offside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 2 Nov 2021 25,622 miles
Pass 29 Oct 2020 24,873 miles
Pass 24 Oct 2019 24,069 miles
Pass 6 Aug 2018 22,336 miles
Pass 7 Aug 2017 20,356 miles
Pass 10 Aug 2016 18,812 miles

Engine cover fitted

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

Pass 3 Aug 2015 16,361 miles

Vehicle's internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights

nearside wiper blade split - still clearing screen

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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YA12 YZS is a 2012 Suzuki Alto in White with a 996cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.3%.

Across all 2012 Suzuki Alto models, the average MOT pass rate is 78.7% with a typical mileage of 41,311 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 YA12 YZS, 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 14 years old, this Suzuki Alto is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was YA12 YZS registered?

YA12 YZS is a 2012 Suzuki Alto, first registered on 31 July 2012.

Is YA12 YZS safe to buy?

The MOT history for YA12 YZS shows 13 tests with a 92.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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