2007 Suzuki SX4 1.6L Petrol · LD04 AJD

The most recent MOT on 19 April 2023 recorded a pass at 99 402 miles, yet the test listed several advisories: nearside and offside rear brake pipes corroded and coated with grease, a defective front exhaust mounting, a corroded front sub‑frame, both front Macpherson struts showing corrosion, a rear tyre nail puncture, rear suspension component mounts with surface corrosion, and rear axle corrosion. The vehicle previously failed on 18 April 2023 due to leaking front brake pipes, service‑brake inefficiency and multiple structural faults, and earlier failures in 2022‑2020 highlighted broken coil springs, worn anti‑roll bar linkages, brake‑disc wear and parking‑brake issues. The progression from those critical failures to a pass with only corrosion‑related advisories indicates an improving trend, but the persistence of rust suggests the vehicle remains in a stable, maintenance‑dependent condition rather than a deteriorating one. Mileage accumulation has been modest for a nineteen‑year‑old car. Records show the odometer moved from 64 101 miles in June 2014 to 99 402 miles in April 2023, averaging roughly 5 200 miles per year. The gap between the October 2020 test (96 668 miles) and the April 2023 test is over three years with only a 2 734‑mile increase, pointing to periods of low utilisation or storage. This low annual mileage reduces wear on tyres, brakes and drivetrain consumables, but does not halt corrosion caused by age and environmental exposure. A prospective buyer should inspect the braking system for corroded or leaking brake pipes, particularly at the rear where grease‑covered corrosion was noted, and verify that brake performance is consistent. The exhaust mounting and front sub‑frame need close examination for rust and secure attachment. Suspension components, including the Macpherson struts and rear suspension mounts, should be checked for corrosion, play or excessive wear. The rear axle, floor and sill areas must be assessed for structural rust, and the tyre condition inspected for the recorded nail puncture and any other damage. Finally, a mechanical check should confirm that coil springs are intact, anti‑roll bar linkages show no excessive wear, and that all suspension bushings and pins are within acceptable tolerances.