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FY18 VSM

2018 Suzuki SX4

Red Petrol 998cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires11 Mar 2027
Tests8 (6 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

47,310 mi
Last recorded47,310 miles
Recorded on21 Feb 2026
Typical for 2018 Suzuki SX431,250 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFY18 VSM
MakeSuzuki
ModelSX4
Year2018
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine998cc

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MOT History

6 pass 2 fail
Pass 21 Feb 2026 47,310 miles
Pass 12 Mar 2025 37,699 miles

Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both (5.2.3 (e))

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

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

Fail 12 Mar 2025 37,699 miles

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

Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively Lipped (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both (5.2.3 (e))

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

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

Pass 2 Mar 2024 29,646 miles
Pass 4 Mar 2023 21,187 miles

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

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

Pass 25 Feb 2022 13,338 miles
Pass 12 Mar 2021 7,627 miles
Fail 12 Mar 2021 7,627 miles

Rear Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements (0.1 (d))

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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FY18 VSM is a 2018 Suzuki SX4 in Red with a 998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

Across all 2018 Suzuki SX4 models, the average MOT pass rate is 88.3% with a typical mileage of 31,250 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 FY18 VSM, 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 8 years old, this Suzuki SX4 is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was FY18 VSM registered?

FY18 VSM is a 2018 Suzuki SX4, first registered on 30 April 2018.

Is FY18 VSM safe to buy?

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