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YG09 YXW

2009 Suzuki Alto

White Petrol 996cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires4 Nov 2026
Tests17 (13 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate76.5%

Mileage

98,771 mi
Last recorded98,771 miles
Recorded on31 Oct 2025
Typical for 2009 Suzuki Alto45,458 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYG09 YXW
MakeSuzuki
ModelAlto
Year2009
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine996cc

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MOT History

13 pass 4 fail
Pass 31 Oct 2025 98,771 miles
Pass 5 Nov 2024 89,641 miles
Fail 31 Oct 2024 89,637 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Offside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Offside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Pass 19 Dec 2022 76,241 miles
Pass 9 Dec 2021 75,514 miles

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

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

Fail 9 Dec 2021 75,514 miles

Nearside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Pass 8 Dec 2020 74,801 miles

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

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

Rear Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Pass 2 Jul 2019 67,304 miles
Pass 25 Feb 2019 63,813 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

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

Pass 8 Feb 2018 56,084 miles
Fail 8 Feb 2018 56,084 miles

Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Pass 9 Feb 2017 49,146 miles
Fail 9 Feb 2017 49,146 miles

Battery leaking electrolyte (1.9.1)

Pass 29 Jan 2016 43,540 miles

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit 155/65T14. (4.1.E.1)

Pass 30 Jan 2015 39,195 miles
Pass 29 Jan 2014 34,821 miles
Pass 14 May 2012 27,360 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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YG09 YXW is a 2009 Suzuki Alto in White with a 996cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.5%.

Across all 2009 Suzuki Alto models, the average MOT pass rate is 76.5% with a typical mileage of 45,458 miles. This vehicle is performing in line with others of the same 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 YG09 YXW, 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 YG09 YXW registered?

YG09 YXW is a 2009 Suzuki Alto, first registered on 15 May 2009.

Is YG09 YXW safe to buy?

The MOT history for YG09 YXW shows 17 tests with a 76.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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