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YB12 TTV

2012 Suzuki Alto

Red Petrol 996cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 Aug 2026
Tests14 (11 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate78.6%

Mileage

52,698 mi
Last recorded52,698 miles
Recorded on1 Aug 2025
Typical for 2012 Suzuki Alto41,311 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYB12 TTV
MakeSuzuki
ModelAlto
Year2012
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine996cc

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MOT History

11 pass 3 fail
Pass 1 Aug 2025 52,698 miles

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material nsf and osf (1.1.11 (c))

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

Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement nsf and osf (5.3.4 (a) (i))

corrosion to rear suspension arms, axle and springs

Pass 1 Aug 2024 52,241 miles

Front Inner Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material BOTH SIDES (1.1.11 (c))

Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement BOTH SIDES REAR BUSHES (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Nearside Rear TYRES AGE CRACKS AND SCRUBBED OFF ON EDGE

Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened BOTH SIDES (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 4 Aug 2023 50,643 miles

Nearside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement BACK BUSH (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear TYRE SCRUBBED

Fail 4 Aug 2023 50,640 miles

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

Rear Inner Brake pipe excessively corroded FRONT TO REAR BOTH SIDES (1.1.11 (c))

Nearside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement BACK BUSH (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear TYRE SCRUBBED

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

Pass 4 Aug 2022 48,784 miles

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material nsf and osf (1.1.11 (c))

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material nsr and osr (1.1.11 (c))

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

Pass 15 Jul 2021 46,641 miles

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material nsf and osf (1.1.11 (c))

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material nsr and osr (1.1.11 (c))

Fail 15 Jul 2021 46,639 miles

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

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material nsf and osf (1.1.11 (c))

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material nsr and osr (1.1.11 (c))

Nearside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Pass 10 Aug 2020 45,065 miles

Front SMEAR ON BOTH WIPERS

Front Service brake binding but not excessively BOTH SIDES (1.2.1 (f))

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge AND SCRUBBED OFF (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front TYRE SCRUBBED OFF

Offside Rear TYRE BEEN RUN LOW ON PRESSURE SIDEWALL DAMAGED

Rear Nail in tyre BOTH SIDES ()

Pass 2 Jul 2019 39,820 miles

Front SMEAR ON BOTH WIPERS

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

Rear Inner Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material BOTH SIDES (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 4 Jul 2018 32,520 miles

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both front to rears (1.1.11 (c))

Fail 4 Jul 2018 32,518 miles

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both front to rears (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 14 Jul 2017 25,496 miles
Pass 5 Jul 2016 20,477 miles
Pass 3 Jul 2015 14,986 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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YB12 TTV is a 2012 Suzuki Alto in Red with a 996cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.6%.

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 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 YB12 TTV, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was YB12 TTV registered?

YB12 TTV is a 2012 Suzuki Alto, first registered on 13 July 2012.

Is YB12 TTV safe to buy?

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