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AK02 AUG

2009 Suzuki Alto

Red Petrol 996cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires16 Feb 2027
Tests18 (14 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

75,667 mi
Last recorded75,667 miles
Recorded on6 Feb 2026
Typical for 2009 Suzuki Alto45,458 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAK02 AUG
MakeSuzuki
ModelAlto
Year2009
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine996cc

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MOT History

14 pass 4 fail
Pass 6 Feb 2026 75,667 miles
Fail 6 Feb 2026 75,667 miles

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

Pass 31 Jan 2025 72,365 miles

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

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged sidewall (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 30 Jan 2024 70,031 miles
Fail 30 Jan 2024 70,031 miles

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

Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively X2 (3.4 (b) (ii))

Pass 24 Jan 2023 69,191 miles

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

Pass 17 Feb 2022 68,252 miles
Pass 22 Jan 2021 67,201 miles
Fail 21 Jan 2021 67,196 miles

Nearside Wheel bearing so rough it is likely to overheat or break up (5.1.3 (b) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 22 Jan 2020 66,049 miles
Pass 21 Jan 2019 64,073 miles
Pass 29 Jan 2018 62,310 miles
Pass 24 Jan 2017 59,997 miles
Pass 12 Feb 2016 58,095 miles
Pass 24 Mar 2015 57,068 miles
Fail 24 Mar 2015 57,068 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 25 Mar 2014 51,607 miles

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

n/s/f & o/s/f wiper blades are slightly split

Pass 28 Mar 2013 31,826 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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AK02 AUG 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 AK02 AUG, 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 AK02 AUG registered?

AK02 AUG is a 2009 Suzuki Alto, first registered on 30 September 2009.

Is AK02 AUG safe to buy?

The MOT history for AK02 AUG shows 18 tests with a 77.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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