Suzuki SX4 Reliability, MOT Pass Rate & Common Faults
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Is the Suzuki SX4 reliable? We analysed 587,968 real MOT tests across 47,332 vehicles to find out.
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The Suzuki SX4 is above average for reliability based on real UK MOT data. Common problems include coil spring broken, tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm and windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively. Here's everything you need to know before buying a used Suzuki SX4.
Suzuki SX4 Number Plates
Number plates registered to a Suzuki SX4. Click on any registration for full vehicle details — including MOT history, mileage records, previous owners and damage history.
Suzuki SX4 MOT Pass Rate by Year
How likely is a Suzuki SX4 to pass its MOT? Here's the pass rate for each registration year, newest first.
Suzuki SX4 Problems — What Goes Wrong?
The most common reasons a Suzuki SX4 fails its MOT, ranked by how often they occur. Check for these problems before you buy.
Suzuki SX4 Common Faults & Problems
These are the most common serious faults found on Suzuki SX4 models during MOT testing — flagged as dangerous or major failures that need immediate attention.
Suzuki SX4 Mileage — What's Normal?
How many miles does a typical Suzuki SX4 owner drive per year? Use this to check if a car you're looking at has suspiciously low or high mileage.
Suzuki SX4 MOT Data by Registration Year
Full breakdown of pass rate and mileage for each year. Use this to compare the Suzuki SX4 year you're looking at.
| Year | Tests | Pass Rate | Low Mi. | Typical Mi. | High Mi. |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2020 | 1,383 | 91.1% | 16,311 | 25,003 | 36,478 |
| 2019 | 9,765 | 90.0% | 16,566 | 26,018 | 38,158 |
| 2018 | 16,447 | 88.3% | 20,116 | 31,250 | 45,432 |
| 2017 | 24,544 | 87.5% | 23,318 | 35,550 | 51,456 |
| 2016 | 28,939 | 86.3% | 27,218 | 41,420 | 60,194 |
| 2015 | 37,458 | 85.0% | 29,977 | 45,923 | 66,496 |
| 2014 | 73,799 | 83.3% | 31,756 | 48,873 | 70,788 |
| 2013 | 44,139 | 79.5% | 30,880 | 48,120 | 70,015 |
| 2012 | 31,224 | 74.7% | 31,871 | 50,232 | 72,750 |
| 2011 | 39,244 | 74.7% | 34,584 | 54,573 | 79,062 |
| 2010 | 40,616 | 74.8% | 35,716 | 57,369 | 82,241 |
| 2009 | 47,609 | 74.2% | 37,783 | 59,636 | 84,469 |
| 2008 | 71,742 | 74.3% | 39,603 | 62,136 | 87,733 |
| 2007 | 78,258 | 73.6% | 40,840 | 64,281 | 90,872 |
| 2006 | 40,630 | 71.9% | 41,064 | 64,410 | 90,221 |
How Long Does a Suzuki SX4 Last?
Based on 47,332 Suzuki SX4 vehicles on UK roads.
Suzuki SX4 Mileage Distribution
Total mileage recorded across all Suzuki SX4 MOT tests. If the car you're looking at is above the 75th percentile, it's done more miles than most.
Best Year to Buy a Used Suzuki SX4
Based on MOT pass rates across all registration years with sufficient test data.
91.1% MOT pass rate from 1,383 tests
71.9% MOT pass rate from 40,630 tests
The best year to buy a used Suzuki SX4 is 2020, which has the highest MOT pass rate at 91.1% across 1,383 tests. The 2006 model year has the lowest pass rate at 71.9% — if you're looking at one from that year, budget for potential repairs and get a thorough pre-purchase inspection.
How Does the Suzuki SX4 Compare?
MOT pass rates compared to similar models. Click any model for the full breakdown.
| Model | Pass Rate | Tests | Typical Mileage | Lifespan |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Suzuki SX4 THIS CAR | 78.1% | 587,968 | 52,298 mi | 20 yrs |
| Suzuki Swift | 76.1% | 2,247,517 | 51,601 mi | 31 yrs |
| Suzuki Alto | 74% | 1,154,186 | 41,167 mi | 28 yrs |
| Suzuki Grand Vitara | 76.2% | 1,025,634 | 67,542 mi | 28 yrs |
| Mercedes-benz 190 E | 72.2% | 195,257 | 118,886 mi | 40 yrs |
Compared to the Suzuki Swift (76.1% pass rate) and the Suzuki Alto (74.0% pass rate), the Suzuki SX4 outperforms both on MOT reliability.
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Check a specific Suzuki SX4Should you buy a used Suzuki SX4?
The Suzuki SX4 has an overall MOT pass rate of 78.1% across 587,968 real MOT tests — comfortably above the UK average, which puts it among the more reliable models on UK roads.
The most common problems on the Suzuki SX4 are coil spring broken (10,592 recorded failures), tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5,892), and windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (5,147). These are the faults most likely to cause an MOT failure on this model, so check for them carefully on any test drive or pre-purchase inspection. Many are wear-and-tear items that can be budgeted for, but a car that's already failing on multiple fronts may signal neglected maintenance.
On the safety side, the most frequently flagged dangerous fault is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm. Dangerous faults cause an immediate MOT failure and mean the vehicle is not roadworthy until repaired. If you're viewing a Suzuki SX4 with an expired or recently passed MOT, ask the seller whether any dangerous faults were found and fixed during the last test.
A typical Suzuki SX4 owner drives around 5,637 miles per year. If the car you're looking at is significantly above this, expect more wear on suspension, brakes and tyres. If it's well below, the vehicle may have been sitting unused — check for perished rubber, corroded discs and stale fluids.
In terms of longevity, most Suzuki SX4 models stay on UK roads for around 20 years — a strong showing that suggests solid build quality and readily available parts. If you're buying one that's already approaching that window, the data suggests it has plenty of life left provided it's been maintained.
Before committing to a purchase, we recommend running a full vehicle history check on the specific car. This will reveal any outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies that the seller may not disclose — and that the MOT data alone can't tell you.