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YS09 KMA

2009 Suzuki Alto

Red Petrol 996cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires4 Oct 2026
Tests18 (14 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

52,184 mi
Last recorded52,184 miles
Recorded on29 Sep 2025
Typical for 2009 Suzuki Alto45,458 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYS09 KMA
MakeSuzuki
ModelAlto
Year2009
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine996cc

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MOT History

14 pass 4 fail
Pass 29 Sep 2025 52,184 miles

Front Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

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

Nearside Front Shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing corroded (5.3.2 (b))

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing worn on edge (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Nearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

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

Offside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

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

Offside Front Shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing corroded (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

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

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 2 Oct 2024 49,756 miles
Pass 26 Sep 2023 48,244 miles
Fail 26 Sep 2023 48,244 miles

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

Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

Pass 15 Sep 2022 46,297 miles
Pass 23 Sep 2021 44,137 miles
Fail 23 Sep 2021 44,137 miles

Horn not working (7.7 (a))

Pass 1 Oct 2020 42,381 miles
Pass 1 Oct 2019 39,812 miles
Pass 5 Oct 2018 37,651 miles

Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Nearside Rear and both front tyres bald on edges

all 4 tyres perished

Fail 5 Oct 2018 37,640 miles

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

Nearside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded to rear (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))

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

Offside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

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

Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Nearside Rear and both front tyres bald on edges

all 4 tyres perished

Pass 22 Aug 2017 26,729 miles

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

Offside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Pass 11 Jul 2016 14,599 miles

Bonnet retaining device slightly deteriorated (8.4.2)

Pass 10 Jul 2015 13,506 miles
Fail 10 Jul 2015 13,495 miles

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Pass 25 Jul 2014 12,311 miles

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

Pass 15 Jul 2013 10,986 miles
Pass 30 Jul 2012 8,889 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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YS09 KMA is a 2009 Suzuki Alto in Red with a 996cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

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 YS09 KMA, 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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YS09 KMA is a 2009 Suzuki Alto, first registered on 31 July 2009.

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