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YB09 BWK

2009 Suzuki Alto

Black Petrol 996cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires19 Aug 2026
Tests14 (13 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.9%

Mileage

89,832 mi
Last recorded89,832 miles
Recorded on2 Aug 2025
Typical for 2009 Suzuki Alto45,458 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYB09 BWK
MakeSuzuki
ModelAlto
Year2009
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine996cc

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MOT History

13 pass 1 fail
Pass 2 Aug 2025 89,832 miles

Nearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material to rear at the rear (1.1.11 (c))

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

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

Pass 20 Aug 2024 84,539 miles
Pass 1 Jul 2023 81,319 miles

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))

Pass 9 Jul 2022 76,826 miles
Fail 8 Jul 2022 76,824 miles

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

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

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

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

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

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

Pass 6 Jul 2021 72,658 miles
Pass 30 Jun 2020 69,196 miles
Pass 9 Jul 2019 65,137 miles
Pass 7 Jun 2018 60,499 miles
Pass 16 May 2017 54,048 miles
Pass 2 Jun 2016 50,655 miles
Pass 10 Jun 2015 48,593 miles
Pass 26 Jul 2013 47,440 miles
Pass 24 Aug 2012 42,692 miles

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

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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YB09 BWK is a 2009 Suzuki Alto in Black with a 996cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.9%.

Across all 2009 Suzuki Alto models, the average MOT pass rate is 76.5% with a typical mileage of 45,458 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 YB09 BWK, 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 17 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 YB09 BWK registered?

YB09 BWK is a 2009 Suzuki Alto, first registered on 25 August 2009.

Is YB09 BWK safe to buy?

The MOT history for YB09 BWK shows 14 tests with a 92.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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