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EK57 VYJ

2007 Suzuki SX4

Red Petrol 1590cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 Mar 2026
Tests21 (15 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

171,032 mi
Last recorded171,032 miles
Recorded on3 Mar 2025
Typical for 2007 Suzuki SX464,281 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEK57 VYJ
MakeSuzuki
ModelSX4
Year2007
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,590cc

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MOT History

15 pass 6 fail
Pass 3 Mar 2025 171,032 miles

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

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

Offside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

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

Fail 3 Mar 2025 171,032 miles

Nearside Front Wheel bearing has excessive play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

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

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

Offside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

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

Pass 19 Aug 2023 158,665 miles

Front Headlamp has a product on the light source but not seriously reducing light output both (4.1.4 (b))

Offside Rear Inner Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Pass 28 May 2022 150,614 miles
Fail 28 May 2022 150,614 miles

Oil leaking excessively from engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Front Brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened Both side (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick Both side (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 10 Jun 2021 144,393 miles

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

Nearside Rear Nail in tyre ()

Pass 6 Aug 2020 137,935 miles
Pass 31 Jul 2019 126,367 miles
Pass 3 Aug 2018 119,896 miles
Pass 4 Aug 2017 115,942 miles
Fail 4 Aug 2017 115,942 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 22 Jul 2016 109,046 miles

Engine shell cover clips missing

Fail 22 Jul 2016 109,046 miles

Engine shell cover clips missing

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

Nearside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Offside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 8 Aug 2015 104,327 miles

nearside front tyre wearing 3 m/m tread

offside front tyre wearing 2 m/m treaqd

wheel trims fitted wheel nuts not checked

Pass 9 Sep 2014 92,677 miles
Fail 8 Sep 2014 92,677 miles

Nearside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter insecure to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)

Pass 29 Nov 2013 92,655 miles
Pass 22 Nov 2012 73,569 miles
Fail 22 Nov 2012 73,569 miles

Nearside Front wheel bearing has excessive play (2.5.A.3c) DANGEROUS

Pass 21 Nov 2011 55,069 miles
Pass 23 Nov 2010 41,669 miles

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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EK57 VYJ is a 2007 Suzuki SX4 in Red with a 1,590cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

Across all 2007 Suzuki SX4 models, the average MOT pass rate is 73.6% with a typical mileage of 64,281 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 SX4 fails its MOT is coil spring broken, accounting for 10,592 recorded failures. If you're considering buying EK57 VYJ, 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 19 years old, this Suzuki SX4 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was EK57 VYJ registered?

EK57 VYJ is a 2007 Suzuki SX4, first registered on 28 November 2007.

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