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SL12 VTJ

2012 Suzuki SX4

Grey Petrol 1586cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires30 Apr 2027
Tests16 (12 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

44,685 mi
Last recorded44,685 miles
Recorded on1 May 2026
Typical for 2012 Suzuki SX450,232 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSL12 VTJ
MakeSuzuki
ModelSX4
Year2012
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,586cc

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MOT History

12 pass 4 fail
Pass 1 May 2026 44,685 miles
Pass 24 Apr 2025 39,519 miles
Pass 30 Apr 2024 37,870 miles

Nearside Rear Vehicle structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security jacking point (6.2.2 (d) (i))

Offside Rear Vehicle structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security jacking point (6.2.2 (d) (i))

Fail 30 Apr 2024 37,870 miles

Front Headlamp aim too high both (4.1.2 (a))

Nearside Rear Vehicle structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security jacking point (6.2.2 (d) (i))

Offside Rear Vehicle structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security jacking point (6.2.2 (d) (i))

Pass 20 Apr 2023 36,550 miles

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

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

Pass 30 Apr 2022 35,050 miles
Fail 30 Apr 2022 35,050 miles

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 13 Apr 2021 32,721 miles
Pass 14 Apr 2020 31,546 miles

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

Fail 13 Apr 2020 31,545 miles

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

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

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

Pass 29 Apr 2019 29,282 miles

both rear tyres close to legal limit 2056016

osf cv boot leak

parking brake travel

rear brake squeal

Fail 29 Apr 2019 29,282 miles

Offside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 26" & nsf 14" (3.4 (b) (ii))

both rear tyres close to legal limit 2056016

osf cv boot leak

parking brake travel

rear brake squeal

Pass 30 Apr 2018 26,514 miles

rear tyres perished

Pass 26 Apr 2017 22,827 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2016 18,717 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2015 14,353 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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SL12 VTJ is a 2012 Suzuki SX4 in Grey with a 1,586cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 SL12 VTJ, 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 SL12 VTJ registered?

SL12 VTJ is a 2012 Suzuki SX4, first registered on 31 May 2012.

Is SL12 VTJ safe to buy?

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