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HW12 LUP

2012 Suzuki SX4

Red Petrol 1586cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires9 Jul 2027
Tests15 (12 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

55,190 mi
Last recorded55,190 miles
Recorded on1 Jul 2026
Typical for 2012 Suzuki SX450,232 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHW12 LUP
MakeSuzuki
ModelSX4
Year2012
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,586cc

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MOT History

12 pass 3 fail
Pass 1 Jul 2026 55,190 miles
Pass 26 Jun 2025 53,196 miles

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

Fail 25 Jun 2025 53,191 miles

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

Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

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

Pass 20 Jun 2024 50,876 miles
Pass 21 Jun 2023 47,490 miles
Fail 21 Jun 2023 47,490 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens so that the light output is severely reduced (4.1.4 (b))

Offside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens so that the light output is severely reduced (4.1.4 (b))

Pass 15 Jun 2022 44,289 miles
Pass 5 Jul 2021 42,032 miles
Pass 10 Jul 2020 40,041 miles
Pass 22 May 2019 35,418 miles

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

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

Pass 18 May 2018 31,425 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)

Pass 26 May 2017 27,149 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 19 May 2016 22,477 miles
Fail 19 May 2016 22,477 miles

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

Pass 21 May 2015 17,809 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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HW12 LUP is a 2012 Suzuki SX4 in Red with a 1,586cc petrol 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 HW12 LUP, 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 HW12 LUP registered?

HW12 LUP is a 2012 Suzuki SX4, first registered on 31 May 2012.

Is HW12 LUP safe to buy?

The MOT history for HW12 LUP shows 15 tests with a 80% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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