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YG59 SWU

2009 Suzuki Alto

Silver Petrol 996cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires10 Apr 2025
Tests14 (13 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.9%

Mileage

92,651 mi
Last recorded92,651 miles
Recorded on11 Apr 2024
Typical for 2009 Suzuki Alto45,458 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYG59 SWU
MakeSuzuki
ModelAlto
Year2009
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine996cc

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MOT History

13 pass 1 fail
Pass 11 Apr 2024 92,651 miles

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

Nearside Rear Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))

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

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

Offside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 11 Apr 2023 85,969 miles

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

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

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

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

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

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

Pass 8 Apr 2022 75,657 miles

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

Nearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material into flexible hose (1.1.11 (c))

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

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

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn to 3mm (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material into flexible hose (1.1.11 (c))

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

Fail 8 Apr 2022 75,657 miles

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

Nearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material into flexible hose (1.1.11 (c))

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

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

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

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn to 3mm (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material into flexible hose (1.1.11 (c))

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

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

Pass 6 Apr 2021 68,251 miles
Pass 7 Oct 2020 67,613 miles
Pass 16 Nov 2019 60,853 miles
Pass 10 Nov 2018 50,300 miles
Pass 11 Nov 2017 42,011 miles
Pass 26 Nov 2016 37,126 miles
Pass 28 Nov 2015 32,044 miles
Pass 20 Sep 2014 25,931 miles
Pass 19 Sep 2013 20,241 miles
Pass 21 Sep 2012 15,563 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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YG59 SWU is a 2009 Suzuki Alto in Silver 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 YG59 SWU, 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.

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What year was YG59 SWU registered?

YG59 SWU is a 2009 Suzuki Alto, first registered on 25 September 2009.

Is YG59 SWU safe to buy?

The MOT history for YG59 SWU 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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