Suzuki Alto MOT Failure Rate — 6-10 Years Old

27.0%
MOT failure rate for 6-10-year-old Suzuki Alto vehicles
Based on 128,598 MOT tests
1.1pp below the UK average (28%)

Suzuki Alto in this age bracket has a 27.0% failure rate. Key areas to check before your MOT: lamps & electrics and visibility.

Component Risk Breakdown (6-10 Years)

Which parts of a 6-10-year-old Suzuki Alto are most likely to cause an MOT failure:

Lamps & Electrics 6.4%
Visibility 3.4%
Tyres 2.8%
Brakes 2.6%
Suspension 2.5%
Body & Chassis 1.0%
Steering 0.1%

How Does This Compare?

Suzuki Alto MOT failure rate across all age groups:

Age Failure Rate Tests Worst Area
3-5 years 17.4% 1,019 Lamps & Electrics
6-10 years 27.0% 128,598 Lamps & Electrics
11-15 years 36.3% 71,038 Lamps & Electrics
15+ years 52.3% 15,702 Brakes

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is a 6-10 year old Suzuki Alto reliable?

6-10-year-old Suzuki Alto vehicles have a 27.0% failure rate, which is close to the UK average. It offers typical reliability for this age bracket.

What are the common MOT failures on a 6-10 year old Suzuki Alto?

The most common MOT failure areas at this age are:

  • Lamps & Electrics — 6.4% failure risk
  • Visibility — 3.4% failure risk
  • Tyres — 2.8% failure risk

How can I prepare my Suzuki Alto for its MOT?

For a 6-10-year-old Suzuki Alto, focus on: (1) Lamps & Electrics — the most common failure area at this age. (2) Check all lights and bulbs. (3) Inspect tyres for tread depth and damage. (4) Consider a pre-MOT check at a local garage (£20–£40). You can also use our free prediction tool for a personalised risk breakdown.

Other Suzuki Alto Age Groups

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Data methodology: Failure rates are weighted averages across all mileage bands for the 6-10-year age group, calculated from official DVSA MOT test records. Only combinations with 100+ tests are included. Data covers 142 million MOT tests across the UK.

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