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2008 Suzuki SX4 1.6L Petrol · DV08 TXR

DV08 TXR

2008 Suzuki SX4 (1.6L, petrol). First registered 31 Mar 2008. Recorded mileage 66,698 miles. MOT expired on 10 Sept 2026. Taxed until 01 Mar 2027.

Make & Model
SUZUKI SX4
Year / Origin
2008 · Shrewsbury
Safety Recall
Unknown
MOT Status
Expired on 10 Sept 2026
Road Tax
Taxed (01 Mar 2027)
Recorded Mileage
66,698 mi
ULEZ Compliance
ULEZ Compliant (Euro 4+)
Fuel & Engine
Petrol · 1.6L
Reliability Guide
Common Faults
MOT Status
Expired
Expired on 10 Sept 2026
Tax Status
Taxed
Tax due 01 Mar 2027
Fuel Type
Petrol
Year
2008
Engine
1586cc
Mechanical Assessment

AI-generated interpretation of this vehicle’s MOT record — not an official statement and not a substitute for an independent inspection.

The vehicle remains roadworthy but the maintenance history reveals a persistent trend of escalating corrosion within the braking system. While the most recent test in September 2025 at 66,698 miles passed without failure, the tester flagged a nearside front tyre worn to the legal limit. This indicates a shift from mechanical repair requirements to basic consumable wear, yet the underlying issue with the brake lines suggests that structural repairs have not been fully addressed over the last several years. At 18 years old age, the recorded mileage of 66,698 miles is exceptionally low, averaging approximately 3,700 miles per year. The data shows consistent low-use patterns, with only 3,928 miles covered between the October 2023 and September 2024 tests. This low mileage often results in less wear on the drivetrain and engine, but it frequently correlates with accelerated degradation of rubber components and metalwork due to stationary periods, which aligns with the recurring brake pipe issues noted in the record. A buyer must conduct a thorough physical inspection of the brake lines and their connections. The records from 2022 through 2024 show repeated corrosion on all four brake pipes, with the 2024 failure specifically noting that these were covered in grease or other material. This suggests previous owners may have used grease to mask surface rust rather than replacing the failing components. You should verify if these pipes have actually been replaced or if the corrosion is continuing to progress, which could eventually lead to a sudden failure of the hydraulic system.

DV08 TXR Key Findings

  • 5 MOT tests recorded
  • Latest MOT passed on 12/09/2025
  • 66,698 miles recorded at latest MOT
  • 1 historical MOT failure
  • 1 defect noted at the latest MOT
  • Recurring brakes items (12 mentions)

Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.

MOT Roadworthiness Analysis
60
/ 100 · Average
DVSA Test Records Evaluated

MOT Roadworthiness: Average

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✗ MOT Expired or Failed
✓ Taxed
✓ Good MOT pass rate (80%)
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DV08 TXR Mileage History

  1. 13/10/202255,792 mi
  2. 11/10/202358,770 mi+2,978 mi
  3. 18/09/202462,802 mi+4,032 mi
  4. 18/09/202462,802 mi
  5. 12/09/202566,698 mi+3,896 mi

Average of roughly 3,740 miles per year across 5 recorded odometer readings.

DV08 TXR MOT History

Vehicle record last updated: 20 Sept 2026, 02:00
MOT Analysis

Interpretation generated from the recorded test data above — not an official DVSA statement and not a substitute for an independent inspection.

5 MOT tests are recorded for this 2008 Suzuki Sx4 (DV08 TXR) between October 2022 and September 2025.

The record contains 4 passes and 1 failure.

The most recent test on 12 September 2025 was a pass, although the earlier record includes 1 failure that buyers may want to investigate.

Across all tests, the most frequently flagged areas are: Brakes (12 issues), Lighting (1 issue), Tyres (1 issue). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.

In total 13 advisory notices are recorded. Advisories flag items that passed but may need attention before the next test; they are not evidence of how well the vehicle has been serviced.

Recorded failure items include: “Offside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))”.

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