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YG11 BVS

2011 Suzuki Alto

Grey Petrol 996cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires29 Sep 2026
Tests14 (13 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.9%

Mileage

42,851 mi
Last recorded42,851 miles
Recorded on26 Sep 2025
Typical for 2011 Suzuki Alto44,021 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYG11 BVS
MakeSuzuki
ModelAlto
Year2011
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine996cc

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MOT History

13 pass 1 fail
Pass 26 Sep 2025 42,851 miles

Nearside Front Lower anti roll bar linkage dust cover slightly worn

Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing both front tyres (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 30 Sep 2024 40,739 miles

Nearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Offside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both sides (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 7 Aug 2023 39,867 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material n/s/ front to rear pipe corroded down the side of fuel tank (1.1.11 (c))

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

Pass 5 Aug 2022 37,942 miles
Pass 5 Aug 2021 34,887 miles
Pass 5 Aug 2020 32,396 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened n/s/f o/s/f brake discs starting to corrode on inner face (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 9 Aug 2019 29,891 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing perished / cracking (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing perished / cracking (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 17 Aug 2018 27,363 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 3mm & wear to outer shoulder. (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 7 Aug 2017 23,636 miles
Pass 8 Aug 2016 17,954 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 11 Aug 2015 10,149 miles
Pass 5 Sep 2014 4,502 miles
Pass 21 Mar 2014 4,012 miles
Fail 21 Mar 2014 4,012 miles

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

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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YG11 BVS is a 2011 Suzuki Alto in Grey with a 996cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.9%.

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 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 YG11 BVS, 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 YG11 BVS registered?

YG11 BVS is a 2011 Suzuki Alto, first registered on 9 March 2011.

Is YG11 BVS safe to buy?

The MOT history for YG11 BVS 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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