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AV08 OZN

2008 Suzuki SX

Silver Diesel 1560cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 Mar 2026
Tests23 (16 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate69.6%

Mileage

170,384 mi
Last recorded170,384 miles
Recorded on15 Mar 2025
Typical for 2008 Suzuki SX76,926 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAV08 OZN
MakeSuzuki
ModelSX
Year2008
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,560cc
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MOT History

16 pass 7 fail
Pass 15 Mar 2025 170,384 miles
Pass 28 Feb 2024 163,915 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords in tread (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Fail 28 Feb 2024 163,914 miles

Nearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords in tread (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Offside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Pass 2 Mar 2023 145,499 miles

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Lower Steering linkage ball joint ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))

Nearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Nearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Offside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Fail 2 Mar 2023 145,499 miles

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Lower Steering linkage ball joint ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))

Nearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Nearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Offside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Registration plate lamp does not illuminate simultaneously with the position lamps (4.7.2 (a))

Pass 5 Mar 2022 127,185 miles

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

Fail 5 Mar 2022 127,185 miles

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

Offside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 3 Mar 2021 118,460 miles
Pass 11 Mar 2020 114,953 miles

Nearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Valve stem slightly damaged (5.2.3 (j))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Fail 9 Mar 2020 114,953 miles

Offside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Front Headlamp insecure (4.1.1 (c))

Offside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Valve stem slightly damaged (5.2.3 (j))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 12 Mar 2019 93,664 miles
Pass 22 Feb 2018 85,722 miles
Pass 21 Feb 2017 73,897 miles
Pass 10 Mar 2016 65,447 miles
Fail 7 Mar 2016 65,379 miles

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 1mm (205/60 16 92v) (4.1.E.1)

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit 2mm (4.1.E.1)

Pass 17 Mar 2015 56,985 miles
Fail 16 Mar 2015 56,985 miles

Offside Obligatory mirror seriously damaged, affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)

Offside Rear Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Pass 25 Feb 2014 51,726 miles
Pass 15 Nov 2013 50,185 miles
Pass 20 Nov 2012 40,396 miles
Pass 15 Dec 2011 31,429 miles
Fail 12 Dec 2011 31,429 miles

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Pass 13 May 2011 29,036 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

all four tyres perished/cracked

How Reliable is the Suzuki SX?

Based on 2,099 MOT tests across 142 vehicles.

74.6%
Pass Rate
5,602
Miles/Year
19
Year Lifespan
142
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

coil spring broken 58
Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak 25
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 22
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 20
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AV08 OZN is a 2008 Suzuki SX in Silver with a 1,560cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 69.6%.

Across all 2008 Suzuki SX models, the average MOT pass rate is 72.0% with a typical mileage of 76,926 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 SX fails its MOT is coil spring broken, accounting for 58 recorded failures. If you're considering buying AV08 OZN, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Suzuki SX typically stays on UK roads for around 19 years. At 18 years old, this Suzuki SX is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was AV08 OZN registered?

AV08 OZN is a 2008 Suzuki SX, first registered on 31 May 2008.

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