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Suzuki SX4 SZ3 Reliability, MOT Pass Rate & Common Faults

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Is the Suzuki SX4 SZ3 reliable? We analysed 1,032 real MOT tests across 145 vehicles to find out.

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Data last updated: · Based on 1,032 real MOT tests
MOT Pass Rate
89.5%
Typical Mileage
48,561mi
Annual Mileage
5,098mi/yr
Est. Lifespan
yrs

The Suzuki SX4 SZ3 is above average for reliability based on real UK MOT data. Here's everything you need to know before buying a used Suzuki SX4 SZ3.

Suzuki SX4 SZ3 Number Plates

Number plates registered to a Suzuki SX4 SZ3. Click on any registration for full vehicle details — including MOT history, mileage records, previous owners and damage history.

Suzuki SX4 SZ3 Mileage — What's Normal?

How many miles does a typical Suzuki SX4 SZ3 owner drive per year? Use this to check if a car you're looking at has suspiciously low or high mileage.

Low usage
3,338 mi/yr
Typical
5,098 mi/yr
Average
5,732 mi/yr
Heavy usage
7,475 mi/yr

Suzuki SX4 SZ3 Mileage Distribution

Total mileage recorded across all Suzuki SX4 SZ3 MOT tests. If the car you're looking at is above the 75th percentile, it's done more miles than most.

Median
48,561 mi
75th Percentile
67,602 mi
95th Percentile
99,566 mi
Max Recorded
1,483,611 mi

How Does the Suzuki SX4 SZ3 Compare?

MOT pass rates compared to similar models. Click any model for the full breakdown.

Model Pass Rate Tests Typical Mileage Lifespan
Suzuki SX4 SZ3 THIS CAR 89.5% 1,032 48,561 mi — 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
Ajs Jsm 67% 926 6,564 mi 12 yrs

Compared to the Suzuki Swift (76.1% pass rate) and the Suzuki Alto (74.0% pass rate), the Suzuki SX4 SZ3 outperforms both on MOT reliability.

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Should you buy a used Suzuki SX4 SZ3?

The Suzuki SX4 SZ3 has an overall MOT pass rate of 89.5% across 1,032 real MOT tests — comfortably above the UK average, which puts it among the more reliable models on UK roads.

A typical Suzuki SX4 SZ3 owner drives around 5,098 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.

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.

Suzuki SX4 SZ3 — Frequently Asked Questions

Is the Suzuki SX4 SZ3 reliable?
Based on 1,032 MOT tests, the Suzuki SX4 SZ3 has a 89.5% pass rate — above the UK average, suggesting good reliability.
What are the common problems on a Suzuki SX4 SZ3?
The most common failure point is general wear and tear.
How many miles does a Suzuki SX4 SZ3 do per year?
The typical Suzuki SX4 SZ3 does around 5,098 miles per year. Anything significantly above or below this is worth investigating.
How long does a Suzuki SX4 SZ3 last?
Lifespan data is not yet available for this model.
Should I get a vehicle check before buying a Suzuki SX4 SZ3?
Yes. An MOT pass rate tells you about the model in general, but a vehicle history check reveals the specific car's finance, stolen, write-off and mileage history — things the seller may not disclose.