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YS12 UOM

2012 Suzuki SX4

Black Diesel 1910cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires13 Dec 2026
Tests17 (11 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate64.7%

Mileage

119,479 mi
Last recorded119,479 miles
Recorded on1 Dec 2025
Typical for 2012 Suzuki SX450,232 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYS12 UOM
MakeSuzuki
ModelSX4
Year2012
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,910cc

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MOT History

11 pass 6 fail
Pass 1 Dec 2025 119,479 miles

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

Fail 1 Dec 2025 119,479 miles

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

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

Nearside Front Outer Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing sidewall (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

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

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

Pass 27 Nov 2024 109,737 miles

vehicle has been undersealed cant fully inspect

Fail 27 Nov 2024 109,737 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

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

rear brakes binding

vehicle has been undersealed cant fully inspect

Pass 29 Nov 2023 101,175 miles

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

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

Fail 29 Nov 2023 101,175 miles

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

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

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

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

Pass 9 Dec 2022 929,612 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 215/60/16 (5.2.3 (e))

Fail 8 Dec 2022 92,961 miles

Brake pedal anti-slip provision missing (1.1.2 (c))

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

Fluid leaking continuously posing a serious risk to road safety FUEL FILTER (8.4.1 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 215/60/16 (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 14 Dec 2021 83,499 miles
Pass 17 Nov 2020 74,308 miles

Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Offside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Fail 13 Nov 2020 74,306 miles

Offside Headlamp insecure (4.1.1 (c))

Offside Windscreen washer jets misaligned and not providing sufficient fluid to the windscreen (3.5 (a))

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Offside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Pass 21 May 2019 50,138 miles
Pass 20 Aug 2018 48,153 miles
Pass 30 Aug 2017 44,153 miles

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Pass 29 Jul 2016 38,852 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)

Fail 27 Jul 2016 38,852 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded to flexi (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Rear Brake hose ferrule excessively corroded (3.6.B.4e)

Offside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded to flexi (3.6.B.2c)

Nearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)

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 5 Aug 2015 33,971 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

rear brake pipes corroding

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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YS12 UOM is a 2012 Suzuki SX4 in Black with a 1,910cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 64.7%.

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 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 YS12 UOM, 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.

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What year was YS12 UOM registered?

YS12 UOM is a 2012 Suzuki SX4, first registered on 14 August 2012.

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