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2008 Suzuki SX4 1.9L Diesel · GL08 LUR

GL08 LUR

2008 Suzuki SX4 (1.9L, diesel). First registered 18/06/2008. Recorded mileage 120,799 miles. MOT status: Expired.

Make & Model
SUZUKI SX4
Year / Origin
2008 · Maidstone
Safety Recall
Unknown
MOT Status
Valid until 05/03/2026
Road Tax
—
Recorded Mileage
120,799 mi
ULEZ Compliance
Non-Compliant (Pre-Euro 6 Diesel)
Fuel & Engine
Diesel · 1.9L
Reliability Guide
Common Faults
MOT Status
Expired
Valid until 05/03/2026
Tax Status
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Fuel Type
Diesel
Year
2008
Engine
1910cc
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 currently presents a stable roadworthiness status following a period of intermittent testing failures. The most recent inspection conducted on 06 March 2025 at 120,799 miles passed with no defects or advisories recorded, indicating that the mechanical issues identified in previous years have been addressed. While the history shows failures in 2022 and 2023, the progression to a clean test certificate suggests the vehicle is currently being maintained to an acceptable standard. At 120,799 miles, the Suzuki has averaged approximately 6,711 miles per year, which aligns with typical low-intensity usage for an eighteen-year-old hatchback. The data shows a consistent usage pattern, with 3,715 miles covered between September 2022 and August 2023, and another 7,454 miles between August 2023 and March 2025. This steady accumulation suggests the car does not suffer from long periods of stagnation, which often leads to seized brake components or perished fluid degradation in older vehicles. A buyer should focus their physical inspection on the components that likely triggered the previous failures, although the specific defect codes are not provided in this summary. Given the age and mileage, a close look at the suspension bushes and coil spring seats is necessary, as these are common points of wear on this model. The buyer should also verify the structural integrity by checking for corrosion along the sills and rear wheel arches, as older Suzukis are prone to surface rust regardless of a clean MOT history.

GL08 LUR Key Findings

  • 5 MOT tests recorded
  • Latest MOT passed on 06/03/2025
  • 120,799 miles recorded at latest MOT
  • 2 historical MOT failures
  • 1 defect noted at the latest MOT
  • Recurring suspension items (5 mentions)

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

MOT Roadworthiness Analysis
45
/ 100 · Below Average
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MOT Roadworthiness: Below 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.

✗ MOT Expired or Failed
! Tax Status Unknown
! Average MOT pass rate (60%)
! Older vehicle
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GL08 LUR Mileage History

  1. 26/09/2022109,645 mi
  2. 27/09/2022109,660 mi+15 mi
  3. 18/08/2023113,345 mi+3,685 mi
  4. 18/08/2023113,345 mi
  5. 06/03/2025120,799 mi+7,454 mi

Average of roughly 4,567 miles per year across 5 recorded odometer readings.

GL08 LUR MOT History

Vehicle record last updated: 5 Oct 2026, 05:42
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 (GL08 LUR) between September 2022 and March 2025.

The record contains 3 passes and 2 failures.

The most recent test on 06 March 2025 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: Suspension (5 issues), Lighting (3 issues), Steering (1 issue). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.

In total 5 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: “Nearside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))”; “Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage damaged and seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))”; “Offside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))”.

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