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YX12 BYL

2012 Suzuki Unknown

Green Petrol 376cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 Apr 2026
Tests5 (3 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate60%

Mileage

29,240 mi
Last recorded29,240 miles
Recorded on2 Apr 2025
Typical for 2012 Suzuki Unknown6,397 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYX12 BYL
MakeSuzuki
ModelUnknown
Year2012
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine376cc

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MOT History

3 pass 2 fail
Pass 2 Apr 2025 29,240 miles
Pass 21 Feb 2023 18,095 miles
Fail 30 Jun 2021 17,881 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Offside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))

Steering column attachment defective (2.2.2 (d) (i))

Steering column has excessive movement up and down (2.2.2 (a))

Track rod end ball joint has excessive play Both inner (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Fork yoke in such a condition that steering control is adversely affected (2.2.2 (f) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Service brake efficiency less than 50% of the required value (1.2.2 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Stop lamp(s) all not working (4.3.1 (a) (iii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

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

Offside Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

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

Pass 2 Jul 2020 16,500 miles
Fail 25 Jun 2020 16,500 miles

Front Registration plate missing (0.1 (a))

Lower Steering column attachment defective (2.2.2 (d) (i))

Nearside Front Side repeater missing (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Side repeater missing (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Rear Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements (0.1 (d))

Rear fog lamp tell-tale missing (4.9.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint likely to become detached (5.3.4 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

How Reliable is the Suzuki Unknown?

Based on 11,032 MOT tests across 5,181 vehicles.

83.9%
Pass Rate
283
Miles/Year
54
Year Lifespan
5,181
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Roller brake test indicates a binding brake 32
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 30
shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 29
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YX12 BYL is a 2012 Suzuki Unknown in Green with a 376cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 60%.

Across all 2012 Suzuki Unknown models, the average MOT pass rate is 86.7% with a typical mileage of 6,397 miles. This particular vehicle has a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

The most common reason a Suzuki Unknown fails its MOT is roller brake test indicates a binding brake, accounting for 32 recorded failures. If you're considering buying YX12 BYL, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Suzuki Unknown typically stays on UK roads for around 54 years. At 14 years old, this Suzuki Unknown is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was YX12 BYL registered?

YX12 BYL is a 2012 Suzuki Unknown, first registered on 11 June 2012.

Is YX12 BYL safe to buy?

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