2007 Suzuki SX4 1.6L Petrol · DV57 LPA

The 2026‑01‑13 MOT confirms the 2007 Suzuki SX4 is presently roadworthy, having passed despite an offside rear brake binding recorded under 1.2.1 (f). The same binding defect reappeared at 49,683 miles in the 2025 test, showing a stable but persistent brake issue rather than a worsening trend. Minor tyre wear noted on the offside rear and near‑side front edges does not constitute a critical failure, and the vehicle’s overall condition remains acceptable for a used‑car purchase. At 19 years old, the recorded 52,674 miles translate to roughly 2,772 miles per year, a figure that is low for the model’s age and suggests extended periods of limited use. Mileage gaps are evident: between 2014 and 2016 the vehicle covered only 3,332 miles, and from 2016 to 2017 the increase was just 636 miles, while a rapid rise from 38,198 miles in 2022 to 42,294 miles in 2023 preceded the failed MOT for a fractured near‑side front coil spring. A buyer should therefore examine the suspension bushes and coil springs for cracks or excessive wear, paying particular attention to the near‑side front spring that failed in 2023 and the rear brake calipers that have shown binding on two occasions. Inspection of the brake discs, pads and caliper movement, as well as a check for uneven tyre wear, will reveal whether the recurring defects stem from suspension geometry or component fatigue. Finally, the record calls for a thorough assessment of structural integrity, including rust on the wheel arches, chassis rails and suspension mounting points, and verification that the exhaust system meets current emission limits; these checks will confirm whether the vehicle’s low mileage has translated into genuine mechanical health or merely masked underlying wear.