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DF12 PJX

2012 Suzuki SX4

Red Diesel 1910cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires3 Aug 2027
Tests15 (12 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

158,507 mi
Last recorded158,507 miles
Recorded on17 Jul 2026
Typical for 2012 Suzuki SX450,232 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDF12 PJX
MakeSuzuki
ModelSX4
Year2012
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,910cc

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MOT History

12 pass 3 fail
Pass 17 Jul 2026 158,507 miles

Coil spring corroded All (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Fuel pipes under vehicle corroded

Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output Both lenses fogged over (4.1.4 (b))

Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Both to hoses (1.1.11 (c))

Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Fail 16 Jul 2026 158,507 miles

Offside Front Shock absorbers insecurely attached (5.3.2 (a) (i))

Parking brake efficiency less than 50% of the required value (1.4.2 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Service brake efficiency less than 50% of the required value (1.2.2 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Coil spring corroded All (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Fuel pipes under vehicle corroded

Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output Both lenses fogged over (4.1.4 (b))

Nearside Front Shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing Corroded (5.3.2 (b))

Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Both to hoses (1.1.11 (c))

Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Pass 4 Aug 2025 155,118 miles

Age related corrosion to chassis and components

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

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

Rear Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 16 Jul 2024 151,338 miles

Coil spring corroded All 4 (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Exhaust mounting defective mid to rear section flange corroded but not blowing (6.1.2 (a))

Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material n/s and o/s (1.1.11 (c))

Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened N/s and o/s (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Front shock absorbers corroded n/s and o/s

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Rear Axle corroded but not to excess

Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material n/s and o/s (1.1.11 (c))

Rear Exhaust mounting defective hanger broken off (6.1.2 (a))

headlights slightly foggy and beam pattern is weak but visible

underside of vehicle has a lot of surface corrosion and all suspension components corroded

Pass 27 Jul 2023 147,470 miles

Offside Rear Exhaust mounting defective rear exhaust box (6.1.2 (a))

Rear Oil leak, but not excessive differential seal offside (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 14 Jul 2022 134,980 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 8 Jul 2021 120,581 miles

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

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

Pass 6 Jul 2020 107,117 miles

Coil spring corroded both rear (5.3.1 (b) (i))

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

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

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

Fail 6 Jul 2020 107,117 miles

Coil spring corroded both rear (5.3.1 (b) (i))

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

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

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

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

Pass 4 Jul 2019 92,798 miles

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

Pass 3 Jul 2018 78,788 miles
Pass 7 Jul 2017 63,544 miles
Fail 6 Jul 2017 63,544 miles

Nearside Front Brake performance not tested coil spring almost out of cup (3.7.A.1)

Nearside Front coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a) DANGEROUS

Pass 12 Jul 2016 48,941 miles
Pass 17 Jul 2015 34,318 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

both rear tyres starting to perish between tread

How Reliable is the Suzuki SX4?

Based on 587,968 MOT tests across 47,332 vehicles.

78.1%
Pass Rate
5,637
Miles/Year
20
Year Lifespan
47,332
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

coil spring broken 10,592
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 5,892
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 5,147
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DF12 PJX is a 2012 Suzuki SX4 in Red with a 1,910cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

Across all 2012 Suzuki SX4 models, the average MOT pass rate is 74.7% with a typical mileage of 50,232 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Suzuki SX4 fails its MOT is coil spring broken, accounting for 10,592 recorded failures. If you're considering buying DF12 PJX, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Suzuki SX4 typically stays on UK roads for around 20 years. At 14 years old, this Suzuki SX4 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was DF12 PJX registered?

DF12 PJX is a 2012 Suzuki SX4, first registered on 27 July 2012.

Is DF12 PJX safe to buy?

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