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YS12 UNK

2012 Suzuki Alto

Red Petrol 996cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires30 Aug 2026
Tests12 (11 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate91.7%

Mileage

28,103 mi
Last recorded28,103 miles
Recorded on29 Aug 2025
Typical for 2012 Suzuki Alto41,311 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYS12 UNK
MakeSuzuki
ModelAlto
Year2012
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine996cc

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MOT History

11 pass 1 fail
Pass 29 Aug 2025 28,103 miles
Fail 28 Aug 2025 28,103 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Pass 29 Aug 2024 26,074 miles

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

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 24 Aug 2023 24,026 miles

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

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

Pass 26 Aug 2022 22,344 miles
Pass 27 Aug 2021 21,131 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Rear Bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Rear Bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 28 Aug 2020 20,305 miles
Pass 23 Aug 2019 19,069 miles
Pass 17 Aug 2018 17,669 miles
Pass 29 Aug 2017 16,165 miles
Pass 22 Aug 2016 14,617 miles
Pass 28 Aug 2015 13,150 miles

both lower arms rear bushes just starting to split

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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YS12 UNK is a 2012 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 2012 Suzuki Alto models, the average MOT pass rate is 78.7% with a typical mileage of 41,311 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 YS12 UNK, 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 14 years old, this Suzuki Alto is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was YS12 UNK registered?

YS12 UNK is a 2012 Suzuki Alto, first registered on 31 August 2012.

Is YS12 UNK safe to buy?

The MOT history for YS12 UNK 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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