2004 Suzuki Liana 1.6L Petrol · FE04 ASZ
2004 Suzuki Liana (1.6L, petrol). First registered 01 Mar 2004. Recorded mileage 138,154 miles. MOT valid until 28 Mar 2027.
- Make & Model
- SUZUKI LIANA
- Year / Origin
- 2004 · Nottingham
- Safety Recall
- Unknown
- MOT Status
- Valid until 28 Mar 2027
- Road Tax
- —
- Recorded Mileage
- 138,154 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- Check Required (Pre-Euro 4 Petrol)
- Fuel & Engine
- Petrol · 1.6L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
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FE04 ASZ Key Findings
- 5 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 18/03/2026
- 138,154 miles recorded at latest MOT
- 2 historical MOT failures
- 2 defects noted at the latest MOT
- Recurring exhaust & emissions items (5 mentions)
Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.
FE04 ASZ MOT History
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 2004 Suzuki Liana (FE04 ASZ) between March 2024 and March 2026.
The record contains 3 passes and 2 failures.
The most recent test on 18 March 2026 was a pass, although the earlier record includes 2 failures that buyers may want to investigate.
Across all tests, the most frequently flagged areas are: Exhaust & Emissions (5 issues), Suspension (4 issues), Lighting (3 issues), Tyres (2 issues), Brakes (1 issue). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.
In total 10 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: “Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases Centre joint corroded and holed (6.1.2 (a))”; “Exhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))”; “Offside Front Outer Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))”.
FE04 ASZ Mileage History
- 30/03/2024113,757 mi
- 22/03/2025127,897 mi+14,140 mi
- 29/03/2025124,082 mi-3,815 mi
- 04/03/2026137,673 mi+13,591 mi
- 18/03/2026138,154 mi+481 mi
Average of roughly 12,406 miles per year across 5 recorded odometer readings.
Recorded mileage decreased between one or more tests — a potential clocking indicator worth verifying before purchase.
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Known faults for Suzuki Suzuki Liana
Our database tracks 3 specific mechanical faults and recurring failure patterns identified across UK MOT testing stations for this generation.
MOT Roadworthiness: Average
This rating reflects historical MOT pass rates and recurring advisory wear patterns from official DVSA test logs. Note that roadworthiness does not verify outstanding finance, insurance write-offs, or stolen records.
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Common Problems: SUZUKI LIANA
Known issues reported by owners and MOT testers.
- Gear Change Cable Retaining Clip Failure (Stiff First Gear)(Moderate)
A well-known weakness on manual Suzuki Lianas is failure of the gear change selector cable retaining clip at the transmission linkage. Abrupt gear shifts or age-related plastic embrittlement causes the retaining clip to crack or slip out of its mounting bracket. This results in lost mechanical motion, making it increasingly stiff or impossible for the driver to engage first gear or reverse, eventually leading to inability to select lower gears entirely.
- Crankshaft Position Sensor Intermittent Engine Cut-Out(Serious)
The magnetic crankshaft position sensor (crank angle sensor) on the 1.6-litre petrol engine is susceptible to internal thermal breakdown. As the sensor ages, heat radiated from the engine block causes microscopic fractures in its internal winding. When the engine reaches full operating temperature, the sensor intermittently loses its engine speed reference signal, resulting in violent engine jerking, check engine light illumination, and sudden engine stall that leaves the car unable to restart until it cools down.
- Front Suspension Coil Spring Fracture and Top Mount Wear(Moderate)
The MacPherson strut front suspension on the Suzuki Liana suffers high stress on UK roads, leading to snapped front coil springs. The lower coil pigtail of the spring accumulates road salt and grit in the strut spring pan, causing corrosion and stress crack propagation until the bottom coil abruptly snaps. The broken spring fragment can puncture the front tyre or score the inner wheel rim, producing clunking noises over bumps and dangerous handling instability.
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- Gear Change Cable Retaining Clip Failure (Stiff First Gear)Moderate
A well-known weakness on manual Suzuki Lianas is failure of the gear change selector cable retaining clip at the transmission linkage. Abrupt gear shifts or age-related plastic embrittlement causes the retaining clip to crack or slip out of its mounting bracket. This results in lost mechanical motion, making it increasingly stiff or impossible for the driver to engage first gear or reverse, eventually leading to inability to select lower gears entirely.
- Crankshaft Position Sensor Intermittent Engine Cut-OutSerious
The magnetic crankshaft position sensor (crank angle sensor) on the 1.6-litre petrol engine is susceptible to internal thermal breakdown. As the sensor ages, heat radiated from the engine block causes microscopic fractures in its internal winding. When the engine reaches full operating temperature, the sensor intermittently loses its engine speed reference signal, resulting in violent engine jerking, check engine light illumination, and sudden engine stall that leaves the car unable to restart until it cools down.
- Front Suspension Coil Spring Fracture and Top Mount WearModerate
The MacPherson strut front suspension on the Suzuki Liana suffers high stress on UK roads, leading to snapped front coil springs. The lower coil pigtail of the spring accumulates road salt and grit in the strut spring pan, causing corrosion and stress crack propagation until the bottom coil abruptly snaps. The broken spring fragment can puncture the front tyre or score the inner wheel rim, producing clunking noises over bumps and dangerous handling instability.
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