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Suzuki SX4 MOT pass rate and common problems

75.3% of Suzuki SX4s passed the 2024 MOT (39,278 first tests): 70.0% at the first attempt and 5.4% after a fix at the test centre (PRS), each rounded separately. About 3 in 10 failed the first attempt. For its age, it fails 2% less often than normal: MOT Risk Index 98.3 (95% CI 96.9–99.8; 100 = normal).

Suzuki SX4 at a glance, 2024 MOT
MeasureValueUnitCompared withYearsTests
MOT pass rate75.3%incl. 5.4% fixed at the test centre202439278
Passed at the first attempt70.0%all first tests202439278
MOT Risk Index (95% CI 96.9–99.8)98.3index100 = normal for its age · rank 434 of 761 (1 = fails least for its age)202439278
Biggest excess: Brakes16.4per 10010.3 same-age2019–2024236936
Dangerous defects10.8per 10011.2 UK, not age-adjusted2019–2024236936
Advisory items137.7per 100127.1 UK, not age-adjusted2019–2024236936

The age norm is 100. The middle of these 761 models has an index of 92.8, so a model can fail less often than the norm and still sit in the worse half. Rank 1 fails least.

strip · Suzuki SX4 · MOT Risk Index · 98.3 vs 100 = normal · 2024
MOT Risk Index · Suzuki SX4. 0–240; 100 = normal for its age; median model 92.8 · rank 434 of 761 (1 = fails least for its age). It would rank between 415 and 456 anywhere within its 95% interval, other models held where they are. DVSA, 2024.
Suzuki SX4 index position among 761 models
MeasureValueUnitCompared withYearsTests
Rank434of 761published models, 1 = fails least for its age202439278
Best rank within its 95% interval415rankother models held where they are202439278
Worst rank within its 95% interval456rankother models held where they are202439278

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Data release dvsa-2024-v2 (24 Sep 2026) · full dataset (v5). This model's index moved from 104.0 to 98.3 in the 24 September 2026 release, after duplicate test records were removed, and crossed the normal line.

What actually fails on a Suzuki SX4 MOT, and how often?

Suzuki SX4 MOTs fail most often on suspension: 18.3 per 100 tests, against 13.7 for UK cars of the same age (2019–2024, n = 236,936).

bar · Suzuki SX4 · Suspension · 18.3 vs 13.7 · 2019–2024
DVSA MOT bulk data, 24 Sep 2026.
Suzuki SX4: the numbers behind this answer (2019–2024)
MeasureValueUnitCompared withYearsTests
Suspension18.3per 10013.72019–202443384
Brakes16.4per 10010.32019–202438960
Lamps, reflectors and electrical equipment11.1per 10015.32019–202426319
Tyres8.5per 1008.92019–202420249
Visibility8.2per 1007.42019–202419389
Body, chassis, structure4per 1004.42019–20249363

Source: DVSA MOT bulk data · Window: 2019–2024 · n = 236,936 (initial tests) · Method: one initial test per test_id · Updated: 24 Sep 2026 · Release: dvsa-2024-v2 · CSV

Tyres, brakes and suspension: how does the Suzuki SX4 compare with cars of the same age?

The biggest excess for the Suzuki SX4 is suspension at age 8: 9.2 failures per 100 tests, against 7.8 for same-age cars of comparable models (2019–2024, n = 21,729).

bullet · Suzuki SX4 · Tyres, age 3 · 3.4 vs 4.2 · 2019–2024
Tyres, age 3: 3.4 vs 4.2. Brakes, age 3: 1.3 vs 1.8. Suspension, age 3: 0.3 vs 0.6. Tyres, age 4: 3.7 vs 4.5. Brakes, age 4: 1.8 vs 2.4. Suspension, age 4: 0.4 vs 1.2. Tyres, age 5: 4.5 vs 5.1. Brakes, age 5: 2.7 vs 3.1. DVSA MOT bulk data, 24 Sep 2026.
Suzuki SX4: the numbers behind this answer (2019–2024)
MeasureValueUnitCompared withYearsTests
Tyres, age 33.4per 1004.22019–202413004
Brakes, age 31.3per 1001.82019–202413004
Suspension, age 30.3per 1000.62019–202413004
Tyres, age 43.7per 1004.52019–202415711
Brakes, age 41.8per 1002.42019–202415711
Suspension, age 40.4per 1001.22019–202415711
Tyres, age 54.5per 1005.12019–202421999
Brakes, age 52.7per 1003.12019–202421999
Full table
Further values · 2019–2024
MeasureValueUnitCompared withYearsTests
Suspension, age 50.9per 1002.22019–202421999
Tyres, age 64.8per 1005.52019–202423233
Brakes, age 63.6per 1003.82019–202423233
Suspension, age 63.0per 1003.72019–202423233
Tyres, age 75.5per 1006.02019–202422679
Brakes, age 74.6per 1004.52019–202422679
Suspension, age 75.8per 1005.72019–202422679
Tyres, age 86.1per 1006.32019–202421729
Brakes, age 86.3per 1005.42019–202421729
Suspension, age 89.2per 1007.82019–202421729

Source: DVSA MOT bulk data · Window: 2019–2024 · n = 39,278 (initial tests) · Method: one initial test per test_id · Updated: 24 Sep 2026 · Release: dvsa-2024-v2 · CSV

Will my Suzuki SX4's advisory become a fail at the next MOT?

Suzuki SX4 advisories turn into fails more often than on the median model: lamps, reflectors and electrical equipment advisories became a fail at the next MOT 30.4% of the time.

funnel · Suzuki SX4 · Lamps, reflectors and electrical equipment · 30.4 vs median model · 2019–2024
Advisories on lamps, reflectors and electrical equipment: 30.4 of 100 became a fail on the same item at the next MOT. DVSA MOT bulk data, 24 Sep 2026.
Suzuki SX4: the numbers behind this answer (2019–2024)
MeasureValueUnitCompared withYearsTests
Lamps, reflectors and electrical equipment30.4% next failmedian model2019–20241209
Suspension27.8% next failmedian model2019–202427841
Brakes16.4% next failmedian model2019–202445881
Body, chassis, structure15.4% next failmedian model2019–20244965
Tyres9.1% next failmedian model2019–202444794
Noise, emissions and leaks8.1% next failmedian model2019–20244460
Steering7.2% next failmedian model2019–2024610
Identification of the vehicle2.7% next failmedian model2019–20242487
Full table
Further values · 2019–2024
MeasureValueUnitCompared withYearsTests
Road wheels0.8% next failmedian model2019–2024594
Non-component advisories0% next failmedian model2019–202413751

Source: DVSA MOT bulk data · Window: 2019–2024 · n = 39,278 (initial tests) · Method: one initial test per test_id · Updated: 24 Sep 2026 · Release: dvsa-2024-v2 · CSV

My Suzuki SX4 got an MOT advisory: what gets flagged most?

Suzuki SX4 MOTs flag brakes most: 48.7 advisories per 100 tests, against 34.7 across UK tests (2019–2024, n = 236,936).

bar · Suzuki SX4 · Brakes · 48.7 vs 34.7 · 2019–2024
DVSA MOT bulk data, 24 Sep 2026.
Suzuki SX4: the numbers behind this answer (2019–2024)
MeasureValueUnitCompared withYearsTests
Brakes48.7per 10034.72019–2024115499
Tyres41.1per 10039.72019–202497298
Suspension29.1per 10026.22019–202468929
Non-component advisories8.4per 1007.82019–202419978
Body, chassis, structure3.7per 1004.62019–20248814
Noise, emissions and leaks2.8per 1005.22019–20246676

Source: DVSA MOT bulk data · Window: 2019–2024 · n = 236,936 (initial tests) · Method: one initial test per test_id · Updated: 24 Sep 2026 · Release: dvsa-2024-v2 · CSV

What is likely to fail next on a Suzuki SX4?

For Suzuki SX4s aged 3 to 5 whose last MOT was a pass, the item most likely to fail at the next MOT is visibility: 4.4% failed on it (2019–2024, n = 30,833).

bar · Suzuki SX4 · Visibility, under 3 years old, after a pass · 4.0 vs baseline · 2019–2024
DVSA MOT bulk data, 24 Sep 2026.
Suzuki SX4: the numbers behind this answer (2019–2024)
MeasureValueUnitCompared withYearsTests
Visibility, under 3 years old, after a pass4.0% next fail2019–20247315
Tyres, under 3 years old, after a pass3.1% next fail2019–20247315
Brakes, under 3 years old, after a pass1.3% next fail2019–20247315
Lamps, reflectors and electrical equipment, under 3 years old, after a pass0.9% next fail2019–20247315
Suspension, under 3 years old, after a pass0.4% next fail2019–20247315
Body, chassis, structure, under 3 years old, after a pass0.3% next fail2019–20247315
Seat belts and supplementary restraint systems, under 3 years old, after a pass0.2% next fail2019–20247315
Noise, emissions and leaks, under 3 years old, after a pass0.2% next fail2019–20247315
Full table
Further values · 2019–2024
MeasureValueUnitCompared withYearsTests
Steering, under 3 years old, after a pass0.1% next fail2019–20247315
Visibility, under 3 years old, after an advisory5.8% next fail2019–20241861
Tyres, under 3 years old, after an advisory4.0% next fail2019–20241861
Brakes, under 3 years old, after an advisory2.4% next fail2019–20241861
Lamps, reflectors and electrical equipment, under 3 years old, after an advisory1.2% next fail2019–20241861
Noise, emissions and leaks, under 3 years old, after an advisory0.3% next fail2019–20241861
Seat belts and supplementary restraint systems, under 3 years old, after an advisory0.3% next fail2019–20241861
Visibility, under 3 years old, after a fail5.5% next fail2019–20241054
Tyres, under 3 years old, after a fail4.2% next fail2019–20241054
Brakes, under 3 years old, after a fail2.2% next fail2019–20241054
Lamps, reflectors and electrical equipment, under 3 years old, after a fail2.2% next fail2019–20241054
Noise, emissions and leaks, under 3 years old, after a fail0.5% next fail2019–20241054
Visibility, 3 to 5 years old, after a pass4.4% next fail2019–202430833
Tyres, 3 to 5 years old, after a pass3.6% next fail2019–202430833
Brakes, 3 to 5 years old, after a pass2.3% next fail2019–202430833
Lamps, reflectors and electrical equipment, 3 to 5 years old, after a pass1.8% next fail2019–202430833
Suspension, 3 to 5 years old, after a pass1.5% next fail2019–202430833
Body, chassis, structure, 3 to 5 years old, after a pass0.4% next fail2019–202430833
Noise, emissions and leaks, 3 to 5 years old, after a pass0.3% next fail2019–202430833
Seat belts and supplementary restraint systems, 3 to 5 years old, after a pass0.2% next fail2019–202430833
Steering, 3 to 5 years old, after a pass0.1% next fail2019–202430833
Road wheels, 3 to 5 years old, after a pass0.1% next fail2019–202430833
Identification of the vehicle, 3 to 5 years old, after a pass0.1% next fail2019–202430833
Visibility, 3 to 5 years old, after an advisory6.6% next fail2019–202413112
Tyres, 3 to 5 years old, after an advisory6.1% next fail2019–202413112
Brakes, 3 to 5 years old, after an advisory4.6% next fail2019–202413112
Lamps, reflectors and electrical equipment, 3 to 5 years old, after an advisory2.8% next fail2019–202413112
Suspension, 3 to 5 years old, after an advisory2.3% next fail2019–202413112
Body, chassis, structure, 3 to 5 years old, after an advisory0.6% next fail2019–202413112
Steering, 3 to 5 years old, after an advisory0.4% next fail2019–202413112
Noise, emissions and leaks, 3 to 5 years old, after an advisory0.4% next fail2019–202413112
Seat belts and supplementary restraint systems, 3 to 5 years old, after an advisory0.2% next fail2019–202413112
Road wheels, 3 to 5 years old, after an advisory0.1% next fail2019–202413112
Identification of the vehicle, 3 to 5 years old, after an advisory0.1% next fail2019–202413112
Tyres, 3 to 5 years old, after a fail7.4% next fail2019–20247241
Visibility, 3 to 5 years old, after a fail7.0% next fail2019–20247241
Brakes, 3 to 5 years old, after a fail5.0% next fail2019–20247241
Lamps, reflectors and electrical equipment, 3 to 5 years old, after a fail4.1% next fail2019–20247241
Suspension, 3 to 5 years old, after a fail3.6% next fail2019–20247241
Body, chassis, structure, 3 to 5 years old, after a fail0.9% next fail2019–20247241
Noise, emissions and leaks, 3 to 5 years old, after a fail0.8% next fail2019–20247241
Steering, 3 to 5 years old, after a fail0.5% next fail2019–20247241
Seat belts and supplementary restraint systems, 3 to 5 years old, after a fail0.4% next fail2019–20247241
Road wheels, 3 to 5 years old, after a fail0.2% next fail2019–20247241
Identification of the vehicle, 3 to 5 years old, after a fail0.1% next fail2019–20247241
Suspension, 6 to 8 years old, after a pass7.4% next fail2019–202424793
Visibility, 6 to 8 years old, after a pass4.4% next fail2019–202424793
Brakes, 6 to 8 years old, after a pass4.2% next fail2019–202424793
Tyres, 6 to 8 years old, after a pass4.1% next fail2019–202424793
Lamps, reflectors and electrical equipment, 6 to 8 years old, after a pass4.1% next fail2019–202424793
Body, chassis, structure, 6 to 8 years old, after a pass1.1% next fail2019–202424793
Noise, emissions and leaks, 6 to 8 years old, after a pass0.4% next fail2019–202424793
Seat belts and supplementary restraint systems, 6 to 8 years old, after a pass0.3% next fail2019–202424793
Steering, 6 to 8 years old, after a pass0.3% next fail2019–202424793
Identification of the vehicle, 6 to 8 years old, after a pass0.1% next fail2019–202424793
Road wheels, 6 to 8 years old, after a pass0.1% next fail2019–202424793
Suspension, 6 to 8 years old, after an advisory10.4% next fail2019–202417125
Brakes, 6 to 8 years old, after an advisory7.7% next fail2019–202417125
Tyres, 6 to 8 years old, after an advisory7.0% next fail2019–202417125
Visibility, 6 to 8 years old, after an advisory6.5% next fail2019–202417125
Lamps, reflectors and electrical equipment, 6 to 8 years old, after an advisory5.9% next fail2019–202417125
Body, chassis, structure, 6 to 8 years old, after an advisory1.8% next fail2019–202417125
Noise, emissions and leaks, 6 to 8 years old, after an advisory0.7% next fail2019–202417125
Steering, 6 to 8 years old, after an advisory0.4% next fail2019–202417125
Seat belts and supplementary restraint systems, 6 to 8 years old, after an advisory0.4% next fail2019–202417125
Road wheels, 6 to 8 years old, after an advisory0.2% next fail2019–202417125
Identification of the vehicle, 6 to 8 years old, after an advisory0.1% next fail2019–202417125
Suspension, 6 to 8 years old, after a fail15.4% next fail2019–202412976
Brakes, 6 to 8 years old, after a fail11.1% next fail2019–202412976
Lamps, reflectors and electrical equipment, 6 to 8 years old, after a fail8.7% next fail2019–202412976
Tyres, 6 to 8 years old, after a fail8.1% next fail2019–202412976
Visibility, 6 to 8 years old, after a fail8.0% next fail2019–202412976
Body, chassis, structure, 6 to 8 years old, after a fail2.8% next fail2019–202412976
Noise, emissions and leaks, 6 to 8 years old, after a fail1.1% next fail2019–202412976
Seat belts and supplementary restraint systems, 6 to 8 years old, after a fail0.7% next fail2019–202412976
Steering, 6 to 8 years old, after a fail0.5% next fail2019–202412976
Road wheels, 6 to 8 years old, after a fail0.3% next fail2019–202412976
Identification of the vehicle, 6 to 8 years old, after a fail0.1% next fail2019–202412976
Suspension, 9 to 11 years old, after a pass16.5% next fail2019–202411970
Brakes, 9 to 11 years old, after a pass8.7% next fail2019–202411970
Lamps, reflectors and electrical equipment, 9 to 11 years old, after a pass7.8% next fail2019–202411970
Visibility, 9 to 11 years old, after a pass5.6% next fail2019–202411970
Tyres, 9 to 11 years old, after a pass4.4% next fail2019–202411970
Body, chassis, structure, 9 to 11 years old, after a pass3.7% next fail2019–202411970
Noise, emissions and leaks, 9 to 11 years old, after a pass1.7% next fail2019–202411970
Steering, 9 to 11 years old, after a pass0.4% next fail2019–202411970
Seat belts and supplementary restraint systems, 9 to 11 years old, after a pass0.4% next fail2019–202411970
Road wheels, 9 to 11 years old, after a pass0.2% next fail2019–202411970
Identification of the vehicle, 9 to 11 years old, after a pass0.1% next fail2019–202411970
Suspension, 9 to 11 years old, after an advisory22.9% next fail2019–202411707
Brakes, 9 to 11 years old, after an advisory13.5% next fail2019–202411707
Lamps, reflectors and electrical equipment, 9 to 11 years old, after an advisory11.1% next fail2019–202411707
Visibility, 9 to 11 years old, after an advisory8.4% next fail2019–202411707
Tyres, 9 to 11 years old, after an advisory6.8% next fail2019–202411707
Body, chassis, structure, 9 to 11 years old, after an advisory5.3% next fail2019–202411707
Noise, emissions and leaks, 9 to 11 years old, after an advisory2.4% next fail2019–202411707
Seat belts and supplementary restraint systems, 9 to 11 years old, after an advisory0.7% next fail2019–202411707
Steering, 9 to 11 years old, after an advisory0.5% next fail2019–202411707
Identification of the vehicle, 9 to 11 years old, after an advisory0.2% next fail2019–202411707
Road wheels, 9 to 11 years old, after an advisory0.2% next fail2019–202411707
Suspension, 9 to 11 years old, after a fail27.2% next fail2019–202414943
Brakes, 9 to 11 years old, after a fail17.9% next fail2019–202414943
Lamps, reflectors and electrical equipment, 9 to 11 years old, after a fail14.9% next fail2019–202414943
Visibility, 9 to 11 years old, after a fail10.2% next fail2019–202414943
Tyres, 9 to 11 years old, after a fail8.5% next fail2019–202414943
Body, chassis, structure, 9 to 11 years old, after a fail7.2% next fail2019–202414943
Noise, emissions and leaks, 9 to 11 years old, after a fail4.3% next fail2019–202414943
Seat belts and supplementary restraint systems, 9 to 11 years old, after a fail1.0% next fail2019–202414943
Steering, 9 to 11 years old, after a fail0.7% next fail2019–202414943
Identification of the vehicle, 9 to 11 years old, after a fail0.3% next fail2019–202414943
Road wheels, 9 to 11 years old, after a fail0.3% next fail2019–202414943
Suspension, 12 to 14 years old, after a pass19.6% next fail2019–20247356
Lamps, reflectors and electrical equipment, 12 to 14 years old, after a pass11.2% next fail2019–20247356
Brakes, 12 to 14 years old, after a pass10.4% next fail2019–20247356
Visibility, 12 to 14 years old, after a pass6.4% next fail2019–20247356
Body, chassis, structure, 12 to 14 years old, after a pass6.1% next fail2019–20247356
Noise, emissions and leaks, 12 to 14 years old, after a pass5.0% next fail2019–20247356
Tyres, 12 to 14 years old, after a pass4.5% next fail2019–20247356
Seat belts and supplementary restraint systems, 12 to 14 years old, after a pass0.7% next fail2019–20247356
Steering, 12 to 14 years old, after a pass0.4% next fail2019–20247356
Identification of the vehicle, 12 to 14 years old, after a pass0.2% next fail2019–20247356
Road wheels, 12 to 14 years old, after a pass0.2% next fail2019–20247356
Suspension, 12 to 14 years old, after an advisory26.8% next fail2019–20249457
Lamps, reflectors and electrical equipment, 12 to 14 years old, after an advisory16.8% next fail2019–20249457
Brakes, 12 to 14 years old, after an advisory16% next fail2019–20249457
Visibility, 12 to 14 years old, after an advisory8.8% next fail2019–20249457
Body, chassis, structure, 12 to 14 years old, after an advisory8.3% next fail2019–20249457
Tyres, 12 to 14 years old, after an advisory7.3% next fail2019–20249457
Noise, emissions and leaks, 12 to 14 years old, after an advisory6.5% next fail2019–20249457
Seat belts and supplementary restraint systems, 12 to 14 years old, after an advisory0.7% next fail2019–20249457
Steering, 12 to 14 years old, after an advisory0.6% next fail2019–20249457
Identification of the vehicle, 12 to 14 years old, after an advisory0.4% next fail2019–20249457
Road wheels, 12 to 14 years old, after an advisory0.2% next fail2019–20249457
Suspension, 12 to 14 years old, after a fail29.2% next fail2019–202414058
Lamps, reflectors and electrical equipment, 12 to 14 years old, after a fail21.0% next fail2019–202414058
Brakes, 12 to 14 years old, after a fail19.1% next fail2019–202414058
Visibility, 12 to 14 years old, after a fail11.0% next fail2019–202414058
Body, chassis, structure, 12 to 14 years old, after a fail10.3% next fail2019–202414058
Noise, emissions and leaks, 12 to 14 years old, after a fail10% next fail2019–202414058
Tyres, 12 to 14 years old, after a fail9.0% next fail2019–202414058
Seat belts and supplementary restraint systems, 12 to 14 years old, after a fail1.1% next fail2019–202414058
Steering, 12 to 14 years old, after a fail1.0% next fail2019–202414058
Identification of the vehicle, 12 to 14 years old, after a fail0.5% next fail2019–202414058
Road wheels, 12 to 14 years old, after a fail0.3% next fail2019–202414058
Suspension, 15 to 19 years old, after a pass20.1% next fail2019–20241495
Lamps, reflectors and electrical equipment, 15 to 19 years old, after a pass13.8% next fail2019–20241495
Brakes, 15 to 19 years old, after a pass10.5% next fail2019–20241495
Body, chassis, structure, 15 to 19 years old, after a pass8.6% next fail2019–20241495
Visibility, 15 to 19 years old, after a pass6.3% next fail2019–20241495
Noise, emissions and leaks, 15 to 19 years old, after a pass6.2% next fail2019–20241495
Tyres, 15 to 19 years old, after a pass5.6% next fail2019–20241495
Steering, 15 to 19 years old, after a pass0.8% next fail2019–20241495
Seat belts and supplementary restraint systems, 15 to 19 years old, after a pass0.6% next fail2019–20241495
Identification of the vehicle, 15 to 19 years old, after a pass0.3% next fail2019–20241495
Suspension, 15 to 19 years old, after an advisory27.3% next fail2019–20242379
Lamps, reflectors and electrical equipment, 15 to 19 years old, after an advisory20.7% next fail2019–20242379
Brakes, 15 to 19 years old, after an advisory14.8% next fail2019–20242379
Body, chassis, structure, 15 to 19 years old, after an advisory10.3% next fail2019–20242379
Noise, emissions and leaks, 15 to 19 years old, after an advisory9.6% next fail2019–20242379
Visibility, 15 to 19 years old, after an advisory9.4% next fail2019–20242379
Tyres, 15 to 19 years old, after an advisory8.3% next fail2019–20242379
Steering, 15 to 19 years old, after an advisory0.9% next fail2019–20242379
Seat belts and supplementary restraint systems, 15 to 19 years old, after an advisory0.8% next fail2019–20242379
Identification of the vehicle, 15 to 19 years old, after an advisory0.6% next fail2019–20242379
Road wheels, 15 to 19 years old, after an advisory0.3% next fail2019–20242379
Suspension, 15 to 19 years old, after a fail29.3% next fail2019–20243686
Lamps, reflectors and electrical equipment, 15 to 19 years old, after a fail25.5% next fail2019–20243686
Brakes, 15 to 19 years old, after a fail19.1% next fail2019–20243686
Noise, emissions and leaks, 15 to 19 years old, after a fail13.5% next fail2019–20243686
Body, chassis, structure, 15 to 19 years old, after a fail13.4% next fail2019–20243686
Visibility, 15 to 19 years old, after a fail10.9% next fail2019–20243686
Tyres, 15 to 19 years old, after a fail9.0% next fail2019–20243686
Seat belts and supplementary restraint systems, 15 to 19 years old, after a fail1.2% next fail2019–20243686
Steering, 15 to 19 years old, after a fail1.0% next fail2019–20243686
Identification of the vehicle, 15 to 19 years old, after a fail0.6% next fail2019–20243686
Road wheels, 15 to 19 years old, after a fail0.3% next fail2019–20243686

Source: DVSA MOT bulk data · Window: 2019–2024 · n = 39,278 (initial tests) · Method: one initial test per test_id · Updated: 24 Sep 2026 · Release: dvsa-2024-v2 · CSV

How often does a Suzuki SX4 get a dangerous MOT defect?

The Suzuki SX4 gets a dangerous defect about as often as the UK average: 10.8 per 100 first tests against 11.2 across the UK. In the same tests, 48.6 major and 11.7 minor defects were recorded per 100 tests (one test can record several).

bullet · Suzuki SX4 · Dangerous defects · 10.8 vs 11.2 · 2019–2024
Dangerous defects: 10.8 vs 11.2. DVSA MOT bulk data, 24 Sep 2026.
Suzuki SX4: the numbers behind this answer (2019–2024)
MeasureValueUnitCompared withYearsTests
Dangerous defects10.8per 10011.22019–2024236936

Source: DVSA MOT bulk data · Window: 2019–2024 · n = 236,936 (initial tests) · Method: one initial test per test_id; severity not recorded for some 2018–2021 tests · Updated: 24 Sep 2026 · Release: dvsa-2024-v2 · CSV

Will my Suzuki SX4 still pass its MOT in a few years?

First-time MOT failures for the Suzuki SX4 go from 9.0% at age 4 (rough estimate: 379 tests, 95% interval 6.5–12.3%) to 49.5% at age 18, against 43.9% for all cars aged 18 (2024, n = 39,278).

line · Suzuki SX4 · Age 4 (rough estimate: 379 tests, 95% interval 6.5–12.3%) · 9.0 vs 13.1 · 2024
Age 4 (rough estim: 9.0. Age 18: 49.5. DVSA MOT bulk data, 24 Sep 2026.
Suzuki SX4: the numbers behind this answer (2024)
MeasureValueUnitCompared withYearsTests
Age 4 (rough estimate: 379 tests, 95% interval 6.5–12.3%)9.0% failed first time13.12024379
Age 511.2% failed first time15.120242010
Age 613.9% failed first time17.520242722
Age 716.3% failed first time20.220243261
Age 818.9% failed first time23.320243397
Age 921.1% failed first time26.520243760
Age 1026.1% failed first time30.120246445
Age 1135.2% failed first time33.220243338
Full table
Further values · 2024
MeasureValueUnitCompared withYearsTests
Age 1241.8% failed first time35.720241969
Age 1343.1% failed first time38.220242265
Age 1444.9% failed first time40.420242061
Age 1546.1% failed first time41.620241940
Age 1645.1% failed first time43.120242446
Age 1749.3% failed first time43.120242319
Age 1849.5% failed first time43.92024901

Source: DVSA MOT bulk data · Window: 2024 · n = 39,278 (initial tests) · Method: one initial test per test_id · Updated: 24 Sep 2026 · Release: dvsa-2024-v2 · CSV

How does the Suzuki SX4 compare with cars of its own age and size?

At 8 of 16 ages shown, Suzuki SX4s fail first time more often than comparable models of the same size class; the biggest difference is at age 6, where they fail less often: 16.9% against 20.8% (2024, n = 23,233).

line · Suzuki SX4 · Age 3 · 10.7 vs 11.3 · 2024
Age 3: 10.7. Age 18: 49.5. DVSA MOT bulk data, 24 Sep 2026.
Suzuki SX4: the numbers behind this answer (2024)
MeasureValueUnitCompared withYearsTests
Age 310.7% fail11.3202413004
Age 412.0% fail14.3202415711
Age 514.7% fail17.4202421999
Age 616.9% fail20.8202423233
Age 720.5% fail24.3202422679
Age 824.7% fail28.2202421729
Age 928.3% fail32.0202420451
Age 1034.0% fail35.6202419162
Full table
Further values · 2024
MeasureValueUnitCompared withYearsTests
Age 1140.4% fail38.6202415999
Age 1243.5% fail41.2202415966
Age 1345.4% fail43.3202415017
Age 1447.7% fail45.0202411877
Age 1547.7% fail46.320249059
Age 1647.5% fail47.320246367
Age 1749.7% fail47.820243445
Age 1849.5% fail48.02024901

Source: DVSA MOT bulk data · Window: 2024 · n = 39,278 (initial tests) · Method: one initial test per test_id · Updated: 24 Sep 2026 · Release: dvsa-2024-v2 · CSV

Which Suzuki SX4 years should I avoid?

The Suzuki SX4 build year that fails most for its age is 2012: index 122.9 (95% CI 119.4–126.4) against the model's own age norm of 100 (2019–2024, n = 12,278).

Build year matters for the Suzuki SX4: 2012 Suzuki SX4s fail more than their age would predict, 2019 ones less. Years whose confidence interval includes normal are shown without a label.

bar · Suzuki SX4 · Build year 2006 (worse for its age) · 106.9 vs 100 = normal · 2019–2024
DVSA MOT bulk data, 24 Sep 2026.
Suzuki SX4: the numbers behind this answer (2019–2024)
MeasureValueUnitCompared withYearsTests
Build year 2006 (worse for its age)106.9index vs own age100 = normal2019–20247919
Build year 2007100.4index vs own age100 = normal2019–202418030
Build year 200899.2index vs own age100 = normal2019–202418660
Build year 2009 (worse for its age)104.6index vs own age100 = normal2019–202413765
Build year 2010 (worse for its age)104.5index vs own age100 = normal2019–202413255
Build year 2011 (worse for its age)109.1index vs own age100 = normal2019–202414201
Build year 2012 (worse for its age)122.9index vs own age100 = normal2019–202412278
Build year 2013 (worse for its age)106.7index vs own age100 = normal2019–202420443
Full table
Further values · 2019–2024
MeasureValueUnitCompared withYearsTests
Build year 2014 (better for its age)90.5index vs own age100 = normal2019–202439367
Build year 2015 (better for its age)88.4index vs own age100 = normal2019–202422918
Build year 2016 (better for its age)91.1index vs own age100 = normal2019–202420632
Build year 2017 (better for its age)91.9index vs own age100 = normal2019–202417180
Build year 2018 (better for its age)92.7index vs own age100 = normal2019–202411009
Build year 2019 (better for its age)83.8index vs own age100 = normal2019–20246161
Build year 2020 (rough estimate: 770 tests, 95% interval 65.1–104.2)84.7index vs own age100 = normal2019–2024770

Source: DVSA MOT bulk data · Window: 2019–2024 · n = 39,278 (initial tests) · Method: one initial test per test_id · Updated: 24 Sep 2026 · Release: dvsa-2024-v2 · CSV

How much does it cost to fix a Suzuki SX4 MOT fail?

Expected repair cost per Suzuki SX4 MOT: about £81 (up to about £153 if more expensive parts are needed), from the chance of failing each item and its most common UK repair price (catalogue estimate, n = 39,278).

Computed, not measured.

bar · Suzuki SX4 · Expected repair bill · 80.7 vs modal price catalogue · price catalogue
DVSA MOT bulk data, 24 Sep 2026.
Suzuki SX4: the numbers behind this answer (price catalogue)
MeasureValueUnitCompared withYearsTests
Expected repair bill80.7GBP estimatemodal price catalogueprice catalogue39278
Estimated range lower80.7GBP estimatemodal price catalogueprice catalogue39278
Estimated range upper153.4GBP estimatemodal price catalogueprice catalogue39278
Suspension: Suspension coil spring (single corner)32.9GBP expected contribution180price catalogue39278
Brakes: Front brake pads (parts + labour, typical hatchback)24.6GBP expected contribution150price catalogue39278
Lamps, reflectors and electrical equipment: Battery replacement (standard 12V lead-acid)15.5GBP expected contribution140price catalogue39278
Tyres: Tyre (single mid-range 16" fitted)7.7GBP expected contribution90price catalogue39278

Source: DVSA MOT bulk data · Window: price catalogue · n = 39,278 (initial tests) · Method: computed estimate, not measured · Updated: 24 Sep 2026 · Release: dvsa-2024-v2 · CSV

Is the Suzuki SX4 more reliable than similar cars?

Of 8 similar models, 3 fail less often for their age than the Suzuki SX4 and 5 as often or more. The Suzuki SX4 has an MOT Risk Index of 98.3, where 100 = normal for its age (2024, n = 39,278).

bar · Suzuki SX4 · Suzuki SX4 (this model) · 98.3 vs 100 = normal · 2024
DVSA MOT bulk data, 24 Sep 2026.
Suzuki SX4: the numbers behind this answer (2024)
MeasureValueUnitCompared withYearsTests
Suzuki SX4 (this model)98.3index100 = normal202439278
Kia Venga99index98.3202447237
Citroen C3 Aircross98.6index98.3202429668
Suzuki Swift97.6index98.32024136007
Ford Fusion98.7index98.3202452440
Ford B-MAX104.6index98.3202454386
Hyundai Ioniq89.1index98.3202444983
Ford C-MAX97.4index98.32024111957
Full table
Further values · 2024
MeasureValueUnitCompared withYearsTests
Hyundai i2098.8index98.32024129343

Source: DVSA MOT bulk data · Window: 2024 · n = 39,278 (initial tests) · Method: one initial test per test_id · Updated: 24 Sep 2026 · Release: dvsa-2024-v2 · CSV

How many miles does a Suzuki SX4 normally do?

At age 8, the median Suzuki SX4 had covered 55,623 miles by its MOT; the middle half ranged from 40,665 to 71,399 miles (2024, n = 3,397).

line · Suzuki SX4 · Age 4 median (rough estimate) · 24351 vs baseline · 2024
Age 4 median (roug: 24351. Age 18 P75: 118895. DVSA MOT bulk data, 24 Sep 2026.
Suzuki SX4: the numbers behind this answer (2024)
MeasureValueUnitCompared withYearsTests
Age 4 median (rough estimate)24351miles2024379
Age 4 P25 (rough estimate)16482miles2024379
Age 4 P75 (rough estimate)34910miles2024379
Age 5 median29142miles20242010
Age 5 P2520429miles20242010
Age 5 P7539986miles20242010
Age 6 median37560miles20242722
Age 6 P2527470miles20242722
Full table
Further values · 2024
MeasureValueUnitCompared withYearsTests
Age 6 P7549786miles20242722
Age 7 median45339miles20243261
Age 7 P2533398miles20243261
Age 7 P7559358miles20243261
Age 8 median55623miles20243397
Age 8 P2540665miles20243397
Age 8 P7571399miles20243397
Age 9 median63303miles20243760
Age 9 P2547036miles20243760
Age 9 P7581096miles20243760
Age 10 median68519miles20246445
Age 10 P2551094miles20246445
Age 10 P7588043miles20246445
Age 11 median68875miles20243338
Age 11 P2549908miles20243338
Age 11 P7588523miles20243338
Age 12 median72351miles20241969
Age 12 P2553508miles20241969
Age 12 P7593656miles20241969
Age 13 median79606miles20242265
Age 13 P2559742miles20242265
Age 13 P7599973miles20242265
Age 14 median84903miles20242061
Age 14 P2565123miles20242061
Age 14 P75105767miles20242061
Age 15 median87574miles20241940
Age 15 P2566753miles20241940
Age 15 P75108911miles20241940
Age 16 median92496miles20242446
Age 16 P2572418miles20242446
Age 16 P75112895miles20242446
Age 17 median96425miles20242319
Age 17 P2575657miles20242319
Age 17 P75118725miles20242319
Age 18 median97008miles2024901
Age 18 P2576768miles2024901
Age 18 P75118895miles2024901

Source: DVSA MOT bulk data · Window: 2024 · n = 39,278 (initial tests) · Method: one initial test per test_id · Updated: 24 Sep 2026 · Release: dvsa-2024-v2 · CSV

Does high mileage mean more Suzuki SX4 MOT failures at the same age?

At ages 10–14, 21.5% of Suzuki SX4s with under 40,000 miles failed first time, against 52.3% of those with over 140,000 miles (2024, n = 2,196). Inside this age group, higher mileage goes with more failures.

bar · Suzuki SX4 · Age 3–5, <40k miles · 9.6 vs baseline · 2024
DVSA MOT bulk data, 24 Sep 2026.
Suzuki SX4: the numbers behind this answer (2024)
MeasureValueUnitCompared withYearsTests
Age 3–5, <40k miles9.6% failed first time20241835
Age 3–5, 40-70k miles14.3% failed first time2024516
Age 6–9, <40k miles11.4% failed first time20244199
Age 6–9, 40-70k miles17.3% failed first time20245954
Age 6–9, 70-100k miles26.7% failed first time20242385
Age 6–9, 100-140k miles32.4% failed first time2024527
Age 6–9, 140k+ miles (rough estimate: 73 tests, 95% interval 31.8–53.9%)42.5% failed first time202473
Age 10–14, <40k miles21.5% failed first time20241775
Full table
Further values · 2024
MeasureValueUnitCompared withYearsTests
Age 10–14, 40-70k miles29.1% failed first time20245680
Age 10–14, 70-100k miles38.2% failed first time20245529
Age 10–14, 100-140k miles45.5% failed first time20242670
Age 10–14, 140k+ miles (rough estimate: 421 tests, 95% interval 47.5–57%)52.3% failed first time2024421
Age 15+, <40k miles (rough estimate: 244 tests, 95% interval 18.5–29.1%)23.4% failed first time2024244
Age 15+, 40-70k miles39.2% failed first time20241472
Age 15+, 70-100k miles45.6% failed first time20242760
Age 15+, 100-140k miles53.2% failed first time20242543
Age 15+, 140k+ miles57.6% failed first time2024575

Source: DVSA MOT bulk data · Window: 2024 · n = 39,278 (initial tests) · Method: one initial test per test_id · Updated: 24 Sep 2026 · Release: dvsa-2024-v2 · CSV

How many miles does a Suzuki SX4 last?

12.0% of Suzuki SX4s tested had reached 100,000 miles, and 1.0% had reached 150,000 (2024, n = 28,315).

line · Suzuki SX4 · 100,000 miles · 12.0 vs baseline · 2024
100,000 miles: 12.0. 200,000 miles (rou: 0.0. DVSA MOT bulk data, 24 Sep 2026.
Suzuki SX4: the numbers behind this answer (2024)
MeasureValueUnitCompared withYearsTests
100,000 miles12.0% of tested cars202428315
150,000 miles1.0% of tested cars20242262
200,000 miles (rough estimate: 102 tests, 95% interval 0.0–0.1%)0.0% of tested cars2024102

Source: DVSA MOT bulk data · Window: 2024 · n = 39,278 (initial tests) · Method: one initial test per test_id · Updated: 24 Sep 2026 · Release: dvsa-2024-v2 · CSV

Is the Suzuki SX4 driven more or less than average, and does that change the picture?

Matched on annual mileage as well as age, the Suzuki SX4 index is 104.8, against 100.1 on age alone (2019–2024, n = 39,278).

slope · Suzuki SX4 · Age and mileage adjusted index · 104.8 vs 100.1 · 2019–2024
Age and mileage adjusted index: 100.1 vs 104.8. DVSA MOT bulk data, 24 Sep 2026.
Suzuki SX4: the numbers behind this answer (2019–2024)
MeasureValueUnitCompared withYearsTests
Age and mileage adjusted index104.8index100.12019–202439278

Source: DVSA MOT bulk data · Window: 2019–2024 · n = 39,278 (initial tests) · Method: one initial test per test_id · Updated: 24 Sep 2026 · Release: dvsa-2024-v2 · CSV

Which Suzuki SX4 fuel fails its MOT less?

Diesel Suzuki SX4s fail first time more often than petrol ones, before allowing for age: 35.5% against 29.2%.

bar · Suzuki SX4 · Diesel · 35.5 vs other fuels · 2024
DVSA MOT bulk data, 24 Sep 2026.
Suzuki SX4: the numbers behind this answer (2024)
MeasureValueUnitCompared withYearsTests
Diesel35.5% fail first timeother fuels20245434
Petrol29.2% fail first timeother fuels202433835

Source: DVSA MOT bulk data · Window: 2024 · n = 39,278 (initial tests) · Method: one initial test per test_id · Updated: 24 Sep 2026 · Release: dvsa-2024-v2 · CSV

Which Suzuki SX4 engine is best?

For its age, the best Suzuki SX4 engine is the petrol 1.2–1.5 litre at index 79.4, and the worst the diesel 1.8–2.0 litre at 112.3, where 100 = the model's own average (2024, n = 39,278).

bar · Suzuki SX4 · Petrol 1.2–1.5 litre · 79.4 vs 100 = model average · 2024
DVSA MOT bulk data, 24 Sep 2026.
Suzuki SX4: the numbers behind this answer (2024)
MeasureValueUnitCompared withYearsTests
Petrol 1.2–1.5 litre79.4index vs model norm100 = model average20249601
Petrol under 1.0 litre89.8index vs model norm100 = model average202427511
Petrol 1.8–2.0 litre (rough estimate: 119 tests, 95% interval 70.8–114.7)91.5index vs model norm100 = model average2024119
Petrol 1.5–1.8 litre99.1index vs model norm100 = model average2024163618
Petrol 1.0–1.2 litre (rough estimate: 105 tests, 95% interval 70.7–166.4)110.4index vs model norm100 = model average2024105
Diesel 1.5–1.8 litre110.8index vs model norm100 = model average202425121
Diesel 1.8–2.0 litre112.3index vs model norm100 = model average202410742

Source: DVSA MOT bulk data · Window: 2024 · n = 39,278 (initial tests) · Method: one initial test per test_id · Updated: 24 Sep 2026 · Release: dvsa-2024-v2 · CSV

Where in Britain does the Suzuki SX4 fail its MOT most?

Suzuki SX4 fails first-time MOTs most in Lerwick (ZE): 46.3% against 28.8% across Britain for this model, both 2019–2024 (2024, n = 313).

First-time failure rates for the Suzuki SX4 range from 18.5% in the Wolverhampton (WV) postcode area to 38.4% in the Sunderland (SR) postcode area, before allowing for age: a wider spread by area than for the typical model.

map · Suzuki SX4 · Lerwick (ZE) (rough estimate: 313 tests, 95% interval 40.9–51.9%) · 46.3 vs 30.1 · 2024
Scotland. N. England. Wales. London. S. West. % failing. 22%. 36%. DVSA MOT bulk data, 24 Sep 2026.
Suzuki SX4: the numbers behind this answer (2024)
MeasureValueUnitCompared withYearsTests
Lerwick (ZE) (rough estimate: 313 tests, 95% interval 40.9–51.9%)46.3% fail first time30.12024313
Sunderland (SR)38.4% fail first time30.12024549
Halifax (HX)37.9% fail first time30.120241343
Wolverhampton (WV)18.5% fail first time30.120241124
London W (W) (rough estimate: 386 tests, 95% interval 16.5–24.5%)20.2% fail first time30.12024386
Romford (RM)20.6% fail first time30.120241254
Bristol (BS)37.8% fail first time30.120242722
Dundee (DD)37.5% fail first time30.120241293
Full table
Further values · 2024
MeasureValueUnitCompared withYearsTests
Kirkcaldy (KY)36.2% fail first time30.120242202
Lancaster (LA)36.2% fail first time30.120241858
Cleveland (TS)35.9% fail first time30.120242106
Blackpool (FY)35.1% fail first time30.12024501
Galashiels (TD)35.0% fail first time30.120241629
Hull (HU)34.9% fail first time30.120241412
Chester (CH)34.2% fail first time30.120241703
Inverness (IV)34.0% fail first time30.120241474
Darlington (DL)34.0% fail first time30.120243214
Falkirk (FK)33.7% fail first time30.120241366
Motherwell (ML)33.5% fail first time30.120241384
Aberdeen (AB)33.5% fail first time30.120243696
Truro (TR)33.3% fail first time30.120241185
York (YO)33.2% fail first time30.120243642
Cardiff (CF)33.0% fail first time30.120244626
Manchester (M)32.8% fail first time30.120241825
Telford (TF)32.6% fail first time30.120241087
Perth (PH)32.5% fail first time30.120241549
Lincoln (LN)32.2% fail first time30.120241840
Glasgow (G)32.2% fail first time30.120244379
Salisbury (SP)32.1% fail first time30.12024984
Durham (DH)32.0% fail first time30.120241448
Edinburgh (EH)31.5% fail first time30.120244246
Swansea (SA)31.5% fail first time30.120243522
Stockport (SK)31.4% fail first time30.120241877
Preston (PR)31.1% fail first time30.120241357
Liverpool (L)30.5% fail first time30.120241074
Swindon (SN)30.5% fail first time30.120241888
Llandudno (LL)30.4% fail first time30.120243401
Huddersfield (HD)30.4% fail first time30.120242050
Stevenage (SG)30.4% fail first time30.120241041
St Albans (AL)30.2% fail first time30.12024514
Kilmarnock (KA)30.1% fail first time30.120241993
Bradford (BD)30.1% fail first time30.120243873
Llandrindod Wells (LD)30.0% fail first time30.120241047
Bath (BA)29.9% fail first time30.120241898
Exeter (EX)29.6% fail first time30.120243497
Carlisle (CA)29.6% fail first time30.120242260
Newcastle (NE)29.6% fail first time30.120246938
Doncaster (DN)29.6% fail first time30.120243203
Reading (RG)29.4% fail first time30.120241966
Dudley (DY)29.4% fail first time30.120241611
Kirkwall (KW) (rough estimate: 235 tests, 95% interval 23.9–35.5%)29.4% fail first time30.12024235
Gloucester (GL)29.3% fail first time30.120243585
Hereford (HR)29.1% fail first time30.120242279
Paisley (PA)29.0% fail first time30.120243481
Stoke-on-Trent (ST)28.9% fail first time30.120242277
Walsall (WS)28.8% fail first time30.12024965
Northampton (NN)28.8% fail first time30.120242434
Leeds (LS)28.7% fail first time30.120243691
Wakefield (WF)28.4% fail first time30.120242172
Worcester (WR)28.4% fail first time30.120241380
Crewe (CW)28.3% fail first time30.120241258
Torquay (TQ)28.3% fail first time30.120241217
Birmingham (B)28.3% fail first time30.120243216
Oxford (OX)28.2% fail first time30.120242098
Milton Keynes (MK)28.1% fail first time30.120242135
Warrington (WA)28.1% fail first time30.120241520
Dumfries (DG)28.0% fail first time30.12024949
Taunton (TA)27.8% fail first time30.120241499
Plymouth (PL)27.8% fail first time30.120242993
Newport (NP)27.7% fail first time30.120244296
Portsmouth (PO)27.4% fail first time30.120243548
Bolton (BL)27.4% fail first time30.120241277
Redhill (RH)27.4% fail first time30.120241709
Blackburn (BB)27.4% fail first time30.120241659
Shrewsbury (SY)27.0% fail first time30.120243290
Luton (LU)27.0% fail first time30.120241282
Harrogate (HG)26.9% fail first time30.120241434
Tonbridge (TN)26.8% fail first time30.120242709
Dorchester (DT)26.8% fail first time30.120241427
Outer Hebrides (HS) (rough estimate: 120 tests, 95% interval 19.6–35.2%)26.7% fail first time30.12024120
Brighton (BN)26.6% fail first time30.120243641
Medway (ME)26.6% fail first time30.120241965
Canterbury (CT)26.5% fail first time30.120241304
Watford (WD)26.4% fail first time30.12024834
Wigan (WN)26.4% fail first time30.12024736
Enfield (EN)26.4% fail first time30.12024626
London N (N)26.1% fail first time30.12024857
Sheffield (S)26.1% fail first time30.120246487
Derby (DE)26.1% fail first time30.120242372
Bournemouth (BH)25.9% fail first time30.120242130
London E (E)25.9% fail first time30.12024773
Chelmsford (CM)25.8% fail first time30.120242046
Guildford (GU)25.8% fail first time30.120242479
Croydon (CR)25.7% fail first time30.12024974
Nottingham (NG)25.5% fail first time30.120244875
Norwich (NR)25.4% fail first time30.120242763
Coventry (CV)25.4% fail first time30.120242353
Peterborough (PE)25.2% fail first time30.120246045
Leicester (LE)25.1% fail first time30.120242853
Cambridge (CB)25.1% fail first time30.120241049
Southampton (SO)25.0% fail first time30.120242797
London SW (SW) (rough estimate: 448 tests, 95% interval 21.2–29.2%)25% fail first time30.12024448
Colchester (CO)24.6% fail first time30.120241779
London SE (SE)24.3% fail first time30.120241530
London NW (NW)23.9% fail first time30.120241208
Uxbridge (UB)23.7% fail first time30.12024990
Sutton (SM) (rough estimate: 333 tests, 95% interval 19.5–28.6%)23.7% fail first time30.12024333
Dartford (DA)23.7% fail first time30.120241255
Twickenham (TW)23.7% fail first time30.12024942
Oldham (OL)23.1% fail first time30.120241838
Slough (SL)22.4% fail first time30.120241013
Kingston upon Thames (KT)22.4% fail first time30.120241228
Ipswich (IP)22.1% fail first time30.120243641
Hemel Hempstead (HP)22.1% fail first time30.120241703
Ilford (IG)21.9% fail first time30.12024547
Harrow (HA)21.7% fail first time30.12024895
Southend-on-Sea (SS)20.6% fail first time30.120241121
Bromley (BR)20.6% fail first time30.120241019

Source: DVSA MOT bulk data · Window: 2024 · n = 39,278 (initial tests) · Method: one initial test per test_id · Updated: 24 Sep 2026 · Release: dvsa-2024-v2 · CSV

Does a Suzuki SX4 rust more than average?

Allowing for age, Suzuki SX4 MOTs record corrosion failures at 3.4 times the national rate: 2.6% of tests against 0.77% (2024 + geographic layers, n = 39,219).

Computed, not measured.

slope · Suzuki SX4 · Salt belt susceptibility · 3.4 vs 1 · 2024 + geographic layers
Salt belt susceptibility: 1 vs 3.4. DVSA MOT bulk data, 24 Sep 2026.
Suzuki SX4: the numbers behind this answer (2024 + geographic layers)
MeasureValueUnitCompared withYearsTests
Salt belt susceptibility3.4ratio estimate12024 + geographic layers39219

Source: DVSA MOT bulk data · Window: 2024 + geographic layers · n = 39,278 (initial tests) · Method: computed estimate, not measured · Updated: 24 Sep 2026 · Release: dvsa-2024-v2 · CSV

Is a Suzuki SX4 ULEZ compliant?

An estimated 89.5% of Suzuki SX4s tested are likely ULEZ-compliant, judged from fuel type and first-use date; check a specific car with TfL's vehicle checker (2024).

Computed, not measured.

stacked · Suzuki SX4 · Likely compliant · 89.5 vs baseline · 2024
DVSA MOT bulk data, 24 Sep 2026.
Suzuki SX4: the numbers behind this answer (2024)
MeasureValueUnitCompared withYearsTests
Likely compliant89.5% estimate202439278

Source: DVSA MOT bulk data · Window: 2024 · n = 39,278 (initial tests) · Method: computed estimate, not measured · Updated: 24 Sep 2026 · Release: dvsa-2024-v2 · CSV

What do six years of MOTs show about owning a Suzuki SX4?

Of failed Suzuki SX4 MOTs, 43.9% were retested the same day and a further 53.6% within 10 days; the median failed car passed its retest after 1 day (2019–2024, n = 51,806).

bar · Suzuki SX4 · Same-day retest · 43.9 vs failed initial tests · 2019–2024
DVSA MOT bulk data, 24 Sep 2026.
Suzuki SX4: the numbers behind this answer (2019–2024)
MeasureValueUnitCompared withYearsTests
Same-day retest43.9%failed initial tests2019–202451806
Retest within 10 days53.6%failed initial tests2019–202451806
Clean MOT streak38.4%observed chains2019–202442039
Repeat advisory36.2%observed chains2019–202442039
Decreasing odometer0.8% mileage anomalyobserved chains2019–202443335

Source: DVSA MOT bulk data · Window: 2019–2024 · n = 39,278 (initial tests) · Method: one initial test per test_id · Updated: 24 Sep 2026 · Release: dvsa-2024-v2 · CSV

Is low mileage better for a Suzuki SX4?

Suzuki SX4s aged 5 to 14 doing under 5,000 miles a year failed first time in 21.2% of tests, against 34.6% for those doing 8,000 to 12,000 miles (2019–2024, n = 48,479).

bullet · Suzuki SX4 · Low-use first-time failure · 21.2 vs 34.6 · 2019–2024
Low-use first-time failure: 21.2 vs 34.6. DVSA MOT bulk data, 24 Sep 2026.
Suzuki SX4: the numbers behind this answer (2019–2024)
MeasureValueUnitCompared withYearsTests
Low-use first-time failure21.2%34.62019–202448479
Low-use gap-13.4percentage points8–12k miles2019–202448479

Source: DVSA MOT bulk data · Window: 2019–2024 · n = 39,278 (initial tests) · Method: one initial test per test_id · Updated: 24 Sep 2026 · Release: dvsa-2024-v2 · CSV

How many years is a Suzuki SX4 likely to last?

Suzuki SX4s leave the road sooner than most: at ten years old the typical one has about 4.6 more years of MOTs ahead. This is a forecast from the survival curve and may not come true.

Computed, not measured.

Forecast, not a prediction for a particular car.

bar · Suzuki SX4 · Age 5 · 9.3 vs baseline · survival forecast
DVSA MOT bulk data, 24 Sep 2026.
Suzuki SX4: the numbers behind this answer (survival forecast)
MeasureValueUnitCompared withYearsTests
Age 59.3years forecastsurvival forecast0
Age 86.3years forecastsurvival forecast0
Age 104.6years forecastsurvival forecast0
Age 123.4years forecastsurvival forecast0
Age 15 (at least; observed only until age 18)1.7years forecastsurvival forecast0

Source: DVSA MOT bulk data · Window: survival forecast · n = 39,278 (initial tests) · Method: computed estimate, not measured · Updated: 24 Sep 2026 · Release: dvsa-2024-v2 · CSV

Which Suzuki SX4s are still on the road?

In 2024, for every 100 Suzuki SX4s tested at ages 4 to 6, about 4 were tested at age 18 (2024, n = 901).

line · Suzuki SX4 · Age 3 · 64 vs baseline · 2024
Age 3: 64. Age 18: 4.4. DVSA MOT bulk data, 24 Sep 2026.
Suzuki SX4: the numbers behind this answer (2024)
MeasureValueUnitCompared withYearsTests
Age 364% of age 4–6 baseline202413004
Age 477.3% of age 4–6 baseline202415711
Age 5 (at least as many as at ages 4–6)100% of age 4–6 baseline202421999
Age 6 (at least as many as at ages 4–6)100% of age 4–6 baseline202423233
Age 7 (at least as many as at ages 4–6)100% of age 4–6 baseline202422679
Age 8 (at least as many as at ages 4–6)100% of age 4–6 baseline202421729
Age 9 (at least as many as at ages 4–6)100% of age 4–6 baseline202420451
Age 1094.3% of age 4–6 baseline202419162
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Further values · 2024
MeasureValueUnitCompared withYearsTests
Age 1178.8% of age 4–6 baseline202415999
Age 1278.6% of age 4–6 baseline202415966
Age 1373.9% of age 4–6 baseline202415017
Age 1458.5% of age 4–6 baseline202411877
Age 1544.6% of age 4–6 baseline20249059
Age 1631.3% of age 4–6 baseline20246367
Age 1717% of age 4–6 baseline20243445
Age 184.4% of age 4–6 baseline2024901

Source: DVSA MOT bulk data · Window: 2024 · n = 39,278 (initial tests) · Method: one initial test per test_id · Updated: 24 Sep 2026 · Release: dvsa-2024-v2 · CSV

If a Suzuki SX4 fails, does it fail again?

Suzuki SX4s that fail once are much more likely to fail again: 34.8% failed the next MOT after a fail, against 24% after a pass (test chains 2019–2024). The failure most likely to come back is ‘lamps, reflectors and electrical equipment’: 37.9% of those fails recurred at the next MOT.

bullet · Suzuki SX4 · Repeat after fail · 34.8 vs 24 · 2019–2024
Repeat after fail: 34.8 vs 24. DVSA MOT bulk data, 24 Sep 2026.
Suzuki SX4: the numbers behind this answer (2019–2024)
MeasureValueUnitCompared withYearsTests
Repeat after fail34.8%242019–202412543

Source: DVSA MOT bulk data · Window: 2019–2024 · n = 39,278 (initial tests) · Method: one initial test per test_id · Updated: 24 Sep 2026 · Release: dvsa-2024-v2 · CSV

Which Suzuki SX4 faults come together?

On Suzuki SX4s, ‘body, chassis, structure’ and ‘noise, emissions and leaks’ failures turn up together 8.5 times as often as chance would predict (2024, n = 1,682).

Suzuki SX4: the numbers behind this answer (2024)
MeasureValueUnitCompared withYearsTests
Body, chassis, structure + Noise, emissions and leaks8.5liftexpected joint rate20241682
Identification of the vehicle + Noise, emissions and leaks (rough estimate: 62 tests, 95% interval 4.6–7.7)6.0liftexpected joint rate202462
Noise, emissions and leaks + Road Wheels (rough estimate: 52 tests, 95% interval 4.2–7.4)5.6liftexpected joint rate202452
Identification of the vehicle + Lamps, reflectors and electrical equipment (rough estimate: 166 tests, 95% interval 4.5–6.1)5.2liftexpected joint rate2024166
Lamps, reflectors and electrical equipment + Noise, emissions and leaks5.1liftexpected joint rate20242311
Noise, emissions and leaks + Seat belts and supplementary restraint systems (rough estimate: 142 tests, 95% interval 4.2–5.9)5.0liftexpected joint rate2024142
Body, chassis, structure + Identification of the vehicle (rough estimate: 69 tests, 95% interval 3.8–6.2)4.9liftexpected joint rate202469
Brakes + Identification of the vehicle (rough estimate: 163 tests, 95% interval 4.0–5.4)4.6liftexpected joint rate2024163
Full table
Further values · 2024
MeasureValueUnitCompared withYearsTests
Noise, emissions and leaks + Steering (rough estimate: 106 tests, 95% interval 3.8–5.6)4.6liftexpected joint rate2024106
Brakes + Noise, emissions and leaks4.4liftexpected joint rate20242175
Lamps, reflectors and electrical equipment + Road Wheels (rough estimate: 125 tests, 95% interval 3.6–5.2)4.4liftexpected joint rate2024125
Lamps, reflectors and electrical equipment + Seat belts and supplementary restraint systems (rough estimate: 375 tests, 95% interval 3.9–4.7)4.3liftexpected joint rate2024375
Identification of the vehicle + Visibility (rough estimate: 115 tests, 95% interval 3.4–5.0)4.1liftexpected joint rate2024115
Body, chassis, structure + Road Wheels (rough estimate: 51 tests, 95% interval 3.0–5.3)4.1liftexpected joint rate202451
Body, chassis, structure + Steering (rough estimate: 124 tests, 95% interval 3.3–4.8)4.0liftexpected joint rate2024124
Body, chassis, structure + Lamps, reflectors and electrical equipment3.9liftexpected joint rate20242380
Lamps, reflectors and electrical equipment + Steering (rough estimate: 262 tests, 95% interval 3.3–4.2)3.7liftexpected joint rate2024262
Identification of the vehicle + Tyres (rough estimate: 90 tests, 95% interval 3.0–4.5)3.7liftexpected joint rate202490
Brakes + Steering (rough estimate: 284 tests, 95% interval 3.2–4.1)3.6liftexpected joint rate2024284
Noise, emissions and leaks + Suspension3.6liftexpected joint rate20242676
Body, chassis, structure + Brakes3.6liftexpected joint rate20242410
Seat belts and supplementary restraint systems + Visibility (rough estimate: 267 tests, 95% interval 3.1–3.9)3.5liftexpected joint rate2024267
Brakes + Seat belts and supplementary restraint systems (rough estimate: 333 tests, 95% interval 3.1–3.8)3.4liftexpected joint rate2024333
Brakes + Road Wheels (rough estimate: 108 tests, 95% interval 2.8–4.1)3.4liftexpected joint rate2024108
Brakes + Lamps, reflectors and electrical equipment3.4liftexpected joint rate20245231
Seat belts and supplementary restraint systems + Tyres (rough estimate: 226 tests, 95% interval 2.9–3.8)3.4liftexpected joint rate2024226
Noise, emissions and leaks + Visibility3.2liftexpected joint rate20241262
Brakes + Suspension3.2liftexpected joint rate20248179
Body, chassis, structure + Suspension3.2liftexpected joint rate20243236
Lamps, reflectors and electrical equipment + Suspension3.1liftexpected joint rate20247141
Body, chassis, structure + Seat belts and supplementary restraint systems (rough estimate: 120 tests, 95% interval 2.6–3.7)3.1liftexpected joint rate2024120
Road Wheels + Visibility (rough estimate: 77 tests, 95% interval 2.5–3.9)3.1liftexpected joint rate202477
Identification of the vehicle + Suspension (rough estimate: 162 tests, 95% interval 2.6–3.6)3.0liftexpected joint rate2024162
Noise, emissions and leaks + Tyres3.0liftexpected joint rate20241033
Road Wheels + Tyres (rough estimate: 65 tests, 95% interval 2.3–3.8)3.0liftexpected joint rate202465
Lamps, reflectors and electrical equipment + Visibility3.0liftexpected joint rate20243576
Road Wheels + Suspension (rough estimate: 138 tests, 95% interval 2.4–3.4)2.9liftexpected joint rate2024138
Steering + Tyres (rough estimate: 155 tests, 95% interval 2.4–3.4)2.9liftexpected joint rate2024155
Brakes + Tyres2.8liftexpected joint rate20243337
Lamps, reflectors and electrical equipment + Tyres2.8liftexpected joint rate20243021
Seat belts and supplementary restraint systems + Suspension (rough estimate: 406 tests, 95% interval 2.5–3.0)2.8liftexpected joint rate2024406
Steering + Suspension (rough estimate: 325 tests, 95% interval 2.5–3.1)2.8liftexpected joint rate2024325
Brakes + Visibility2.6liftexpected joint rate20243466
Tyres + Visibility2.6liftexpected joint rate20242397
Body, chassis, structure + Visibility2.4liftexpected joint rate20241289
Suspension + Tyres2.3liftexpected joint rate20244032
Body, chassis, structure + Tyres2.3liftexpected joint rate20241057
Steering + Visibility (rough estimate: 139 tests, 95% interval 1.9–2.7)2.3liftexpected joint rate2024139
Suspension + Visibility2.2liftexpected joint rate20244500
Seat belts and supplementary restraint systems + Steering (seen together; too few for a multiplier)14tests with both202414
Identification of the vehicle + Seat belts and supplementary restraint systems (seen together; too few for a multiplier)9tests with both20249
Road Wheels + Steering (seen together; too few for a multiplier)7tests with both20247
Identification of the vehicle + Road Wheels (seen together; too few for a multiplier)6tests with both20246

Source: DVSA MOT bulk data · Window: 2024 · n = 39,278 (initial tests) · Method: one initial test per test_id · Updated: 24 Sep 2026 · Release: dvsa-2024-v2 · CSV

Has the Suzuki SX4 had safety recalls?

DVSA lists 4 safety recall campaigns matched to the Suzuki SX4; check whether yours has been fixed, using its registration number.

Suzuki SX4: the numbers behind this answer (DVSA register)
MeasureValueUnitCompared withYearsTests
DVSA recall campaigns matched4campaignsDVSA registerDVSA register39278

Source: DVSA register; recall effect covers 11 of 761 models · Window: DVSA register · n = 39,278 (initial tests) · Method: one initial test per test_id · Updated: 24 Sep 2026 · Release: dvsa-2024-v2 · CSV

What does a Suzuki SX4 cost to run in a fleet?

Of every 100 Suzuki SX4s tested at age 5, about 11 failed the MOT first time; at age 10, about 26. These are one-year rates for different cars tested in the same year, not a fleet followed over time; the steepest one-year step in this cross-section is between cars aged 10 and 11, 9.03 percentage points (2024).

Suzuki SX4: the numbers behind this answer (2024)
MeasureValueUnitCompared withYearsTests
Age 4 (rough estimate: 379 tests, 95% interval 6.5–12.3%)9.0% fail first time2024379
Age 511.2% fail first time20242010
Age 613.9% fail first time20242722
Age 716.3% fail first time20243261
Age 818.9% fail first time20243397
Age 921.1% fail first time20243760
Age 1026.1% fail first time20246445
Age 1135.2% fail first time20243338
Full table
Further values · 2024
MeasureValueUnitCompared withYearsTests
Age 12 (rough estimate: 1,969 tests, 95% interval 39.6–44.0%)41.8% fail first time20241969
Age 1343.1% fail first time20242265
Age 1444.9% fail first time20242061
Age 15 (rough estimate: 1,940 tests, 95% interval 43.9–48.3%)46.1% fail first time20241940
Age 1645.1% fail first time20242446
Age 1749.3% fail first time20242319
Age 18 (rough estimate: 901 tests, 95% interval 46.2–52.8%)49.5% fail first time2024901

Source: DVSA MOT bulk data · Window: 2024 · n = 39,278 (initial tests) · Method: one initial test per test_id · Updated: 24 Sep 2026 · Release: dvsa-2024-v2 · CSV

Does the Suzuki SX4 fail inspections in other countries too?

In the Netherlands, 48.3% of Suzuki SX4s failed their periodic roadworthiness inspection, against 50.8% for all cars there (2024 by country, n = 20,714 inspections).

Both readings are shown: this comparison changes when usage or inspection rules differ.

Inspections abroad disagree: Finland and the Netherlands point the same way as Britain, Norway do not. Test rules, climate and how the vehicles are used differ, so both readings are shown.

bullet · Suzuki SX4 · Norway · 35.9 vs 33.7 · 2024 by country
Norway: 35.9 vs 33.7. Finland: 21 vs 26.3. Netherlands: 48.3 vs 50.8. Statens vegvesen PKK (CC BY 4.0), Traficom Katsastus (CC BY 4.0), RDW APK (CC0), adapted; covers 430 of 761 models, 24 Sep 2026.
Suzuki SX4: the numbers behind this answer (2024 by country)
MeasureValueUnitCompared withYearsTests
Norway35.9% failed33.72024 by country5320
Finland21% failed26.32024 by country3550
Netherlands48.3% failed50.82024 by country20714

Source: Statens vegvesen PKK (CC BY 4.0), Traficom Katsastus (CC BY 4.0), RDW APK (CC0), adapted; covers 430 of 761 models · Window: 2024 by country · n = 39,278 (initial tests) · Method: one initial test per test_id · Updated: 24 Sep 2026 · Release: dvsa-2024-v2 · CSV · licences and full notice

Does the month of a Suzuki SX4 MOT matter?

Suzuki SX4s fail first time most in January (30.5%, against 31.1% for all cars that month) and least in September (27.1%) (2024, n = 39,278).

line · Suzuki SX4 · January · 30.5 vs 31.1 · 2024
January: 30.5. December: 30.2. DVSA MOT bulk data, 24 Sep 2026.
Suzuki SX4: the numbers behind this answer (2024)
MeasureValueUnitCompared withYearsTests
January30.5% fail first time31.1202418901
February29.1% fail first time30.0202419972
March27.3% fail first time28.3202424422
April29.7% fail first time29.8202412086
May28.2% fail first time28.8202414862
June28.4% fail first time28.1202418238
July27.8% fail first time29.3202420594
August28.6% fail first time29.2202422366
Full table
Further values · 2024
MeasureValueUnitCompared withYearsTests
September27.1% fail first time28.2202425345
October29.8% fail first time30.3202424276
November29.9% fail first time30.6202421129
December30.2% fail first time29.3202414745

Source: DVSA MOT bulk data · Window: 2024 · n = 39,278 (initial tests) · Method: one initial test per test_id · Updated: 24 Sep 2026 · Release: dvsa-2024-v2 · CSV

Not enough tests for… (and why)

Real-world MPG against the official figure (manufacturer level)

layer not yet computed for this model (covers 19 of 761 models). 39,278 initial Suzuki SX4 tests are in the published model cohort.

Source: European Commission OBFCM; covers 19 of 761 models · Window: 2021+ cohorts · n = 39,278 (initial tests) · Method: computed estimate, not measured · Updated: 24 Sep 2026 · Release: dvsa-2024-v2 · CSV

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How to cite this page

MOT Risk Index (2026). Suzuki SX4 MOT statistics 2024 (data release dvsa-2024-v2; full dataset motriskindex-families-2024-v5, DOI 10.5281/zenodo.22975051), updated 24 September 2026. motriskindex.co.uk/cars/suzuki-sx4/

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Suzuki SX4 MOT: quick answers

What is the Suzuki SX4 first-time MOT pass rate?

70.0% of first attempts passed in 2024 (39,278 tests). Retests after repair are excluded; cars fixed at the test centre (PRS) are shown separately.

Why does this number differ from other sites?

Other sites may count retests or all attempts. This page uses 39,278 primary tests: 30.05% failed first time and 75.3% passed when cars fixed at the test centre (PRS) count as passes. The age-adjusted MOT Risk Index 98.3 is shown separately.