2012 Suzuki Alto 1.0L Petrol · LR62 VDX

The 2025 MOT for this 2012 Suzuki Alto recorded a minor exhaust gas leak, the first defect since 2024. The vehicle’s mileage of 79,569 miles is consistent with a low annual average of 5,684 miles over 14 years, suggesting lighter use or periods of inactivity. However, this low mileage may also indicate under-use, which can lead to issues like corrosion or fluid degradation. The 2024 MOT revealed multiple brake pipe corrosion issues, with all four brake pipes (front and rear) affected by grease or corrosion. This pattern of widespread corrosion raises concerns about environmental exposure or poor maintenance. The 2022 MOT noted severely deteriorated CV boots and a tyre worn close to the legal limit, while 2021 highlighted a distorted inner rim and another tyre issue. These defects suggest recurring problems with wearables and structural components, though the 2023 MOT showed no recorded defects, creating some ambiguity. The trend in defects appears mixed. Brake corrosion and exhaust issues have reoccurred, but the 2023 MOT’s lack of defects may indicate temporary improvements. However, the 2025 exhaust leak and 2024 brake corrosion suggest that underlying issues like corrosion or material degradation may persist.