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YK10 VCW

2010 Suzuki Alto

Red Petrol 996cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Mar 2026
Tests12 (11 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate91.7%

Mileage

48,761 mi
Last recorded48,761 miles
Recorded on26 Mar 2025
Typical for 2010 Suzuki Alto45,738 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYK10 VCW
MakeSuzuki
ModelAlto
Year2010
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine996cc

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MOT History

11 pass 1 fail
Pass 26 Mar 2025 48,761 miles

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

Offside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Offside Front Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))

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

Pass 28 Mar 2024 44,672 miles

Coil spring worn (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Suspension component corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

wheel caps fitted

Pass 6 Oct 2021 37,662 miles

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

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

Fail 6 Oct 2021 37,662 miles

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

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

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

Pass 8 Oct 2020 31,449 miles
Pass 8 Oct 2019 28,682 miles

Nearside Headlamp lens slightly defective Beam pattern slightly distorted (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Headlamp slightly insecure

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

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

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

Pass 1 Nov 2017 20,681 miles
Pass 10 Nov 2016 1,506 miles

nearside front tyre worn on outer edge

Pass 11 Nov 2015 10,327 miles
Pass 6 Aug 2015 9,861 miles
Pass 19 Aug 2014 8,091 miles
Pass 15 Aug 2013 6,110 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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YK10 VCW is a 2010 Suzuki Alto in Red with a 996cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 91.7%.

Across all 2010 Suzuki Alto models, the average MOT pass rate is 76.2% with a typical mileage of 45,738 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 YK10 VCW, 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 16 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 YK10 VCW registered?

YK10 VCW is a 2010 Suzuki Alto, first registered on 20 August 2010.

Is YK10 VCW safe to buy?

The MOT history for YK10 VCW shows 12 tests with a 91.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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