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SW13 SYV

2013 Suzuki SX4

Red Petrol 1586cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires21 Feb 2027
Tests16 (12 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

84,787 mi
Last recorded84,787 miles
Recorded on16 Feb 2026
Typical for 2013 Suzuki SX448,120 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSW13 SYV
MakeSuzuki
ModelSX4
Year2013
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,586cc

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MOT History

12 pass 4 fail
Pass 16 Feb 2026 84,787 miles

Front Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced NS and OS inner sills/rear axle mount areas corroded (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Tyre nearing 3mm markers (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Tyre nearing 3mm markers (5.2.3 (e))

Rear Suspension component corroded but not seriously weakened Axle assembly corroded (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Fail 16 Feb 2026 84,787 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Front Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced NS and OS inner sills/rear axle mount areas corroded (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Tyre nearing 3mm markers (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Tyre nearing 3mm markers (5.2.3 (e))

Rear Suspension component corroded but not seriously weakened Axle assembly corroded (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 12 Feb 2025 76,670 miles

Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule Both front and both rear hose ferrules corroded (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced NS and OS inner sills corroded (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Suspension component corroded but not seriously weakened All front and rear suspension components corroded (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Fail 12 Feb 2025 76,760 miles

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

Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule Both front and both rear hose ferrules corroded (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced NS and OS inner sills corroded (6.1.1 (c) (i))

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

Suspension component corroded but not seriously weakened All front and rear suspension components corroded (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 14 Feb 2024 67,120 miles

Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule All hoses have slight corrosion (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Front Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Offside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Lower arm, rear bush perished/peeling from insert (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 10 Feb 2023 56,689 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 16 Feb 2022 48,729 miles
Pass 22 Feb 2021 42,640 miles
Pass 11 Aug 2020 41,574 miles

Offside Parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Pass 7 Aug 2019 38,974 miles

Nearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Offside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Fail 7 Aug 2019 38,974 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))

Nearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Offside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Pass 21 Aug 2018 35,853 miles
Pass 30 Oct 2017 32,656 miles
Pass 31 Mar 2017 30,855 miles
Pass 29 Jul 2016 24,666 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin approximately 2000 miles left (3.5.1g)

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit 3mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front wiper blade torn

Rear wiper blade torn

Fail 29 Jul 2016 24,666 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin approximately 2000 miles left (3.5.1g)

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit 3mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front wiper blade torn

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Parking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Rear wiper blade torn

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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SW13 SYV is a 2013 Suzuki SX4 in Red with a 1,586cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

Across all 2013 Suzuki SX4 models, the average MOT pass rate is 79.5% with a typical mileage of 48,120 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 SW13 SYV, 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 13 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 SW13 SYV registered?

SW13 SYV is a 2013 Suzuki SX4, first registered on 21 August 2013.

Is SW13 SYV safe to buy?

The MOT history for SW13 SYV shows 16 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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