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YG11 HWM

2011 Suzuki Alto

Black Petrol 996cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires2 Sep 2026
Tests19 (12 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate63.2%

Mileage

67,050 mi
Last recorded67,050 miles
Recorded on3 Sep 2025
Typical for 2011 Suzuki Alto44,021 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYG11 HWM
MakeSuzuki
ModelAlto
Year2011
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine996cc

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MOT History

12 pass 7 fail
Pass 3 Sep 2025 67,050 miles

Front Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. 23% - offside lagging slightly (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Pass 21 Mar 2024 64,803 miles
Fail 21 Mar 2024 64,803 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

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

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

Pass 22 Mar 2023 62,239 miles
Pass 22 Mar 2022 60,443 miles
Fail 22 Mar 2022 60,443 miles

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

Pass 22 Mar 2021 58,335 miles
Fail 22 Mar 2021 58,335 miles

Nearside Brake pipe excessively corroded front to rear - two places of rust (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Brake pipe excessively corroded front to rear - two places of rust (1.1.11 (c))

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

Pass 19 Mar 2020 56,135 miles

Nearside Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated leaking grease out (6.1.7 (g) (i))

Fail 19 Mar 2020 56,135 miles

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

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

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

Nearside Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated leaking grease out (6.1.7 (g) (i))

Pass 19 Mar 2019 52,220 miles
Fail 19 Mar 2019 52,220 miles

Horn not working (7.7 (a) (ii))

Pass 19 Mar 2018 47,502 miles
Pass 13 Mar 2017 41,867 miles
Fail 13 Mar 2017 41,866 miles

Horn not a continuous or uniform sound (1.6.2e)

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

Pass 19 Mar 2016 35,829 miles
Pass 18 Mar 2015 29,051 miles
Pass 18 Mar 2014 19,467 miles
Fail 18 Mar 2014 19,467 miles

Nearside Front 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 HWM is a 2011 Suzuki Alto in Black with a 996cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 63.2%.

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 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 YG11 HWM, 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 HWM registered?

YG11 HWM is a 2011 Suzuki Alto, first registered on 22 March 2011.

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