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FY08 MPU

2008 Suzuki SX4

Grey Diesel 1910cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires10 Dec 2023
Tests17 (13 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate76.5%

Mileage

86,907 mi
Last recorded86,907 miles
Recorded on6 Dec 2022
Typical for 2008 Suzuki SX462,136 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFY08 MPU
MakeSuzuki
ModelSX4
Year2008
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,910cc

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MOT History

13 pass 4 fail
Pass 6 Dec 2022 86,907 miles

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

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

Fail 1 Dec 2022 86,903 miles

Offside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))

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

Offside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 9 Dec 2021 85,719 miles

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

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 11 Dec 2020 84,416 miles

Fuel Pipe/s corroded

Nearside Front Tyre worn slightly on inner edge.

Pass 16 Dec 2019 82,814 miles

Fuel Pipe/s corroded ()

Fail 16 Dec 2019 82,813 miles

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

Fuel Pipe/s corroded ()

Pass 14 Jan 2019 80,342 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (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 Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))

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

Offside Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Front Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))

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

unable to open boot

Fail 4 Jan 2019 80,338 miles

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

Offside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (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 Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))

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

Offside Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Front Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))

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

unable to open boot

Pass 24 Nov 2017 72,941 miles
Fail 22 Nov 2017 72,937 miles

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

Pass 8 Nov 2016 66,630 miles

Front coil spring corroded off side and near side lower coils (2.4.C.1b)

Pass 24 Nov 2015 60,283 miles

Offside Front coil spring worn (2.4.C.1b)

Pass 17 Nov 2014 54,568 miles
Pass 25 Nov 2013 48,530 miles
Pass 15 Feb 2013 43,788 miles
Pass 17 Feb 2012 35,243 miles
Pass 1 Mar 2011 25,897 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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FY08 MPU is a 2008 Suzuki SX4 in Grey with a 1,910cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.5%.

Across all 2008 Suzuki SX4 models, the average MOT pass rate is 74.3% with a typical mileage of 62,136 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 FY08 MPU, 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 18 years old, this Suzuki SX4 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was FY08 MPU registered?

FY08 MPU is a 2008 Suzuki SX4, first registered on 7 March 2008.

Is FY08 MPU safe to buy?

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