2010 Suzuki SX4 1.6L Petrol · PX10 FDP

The vehicle is currently roadworthy, but the maintenance trend indicates a concerning pattern of deferred mechanical repairs. While it passed its most recent test in August 2025 at 78,321 miles, this followed a failure just one day prior where multiple critical defects were identified. The recurring nature of suspension and drivetrain faults across several years suggests that components are only being addressed when they reach the point of failure rather than through preventative maintenance. At 16 years old, the recorded mileage of 78,321 miles is low, averaging approximately 4,900 miles per year. This low usage suggests the vehicle has seen limited exposure, which can often lead to the degradation of rubber components and seals due to age rather than wear. Between August 2023 and August 2025, the car covered roughly 9,300 miles, showing consistent low-level usage that has not necessarily prevented the mechanical fatigue noted in the inspection history. A buyer must conduct a thorough physical inspection of the front suspension, as the history shows repeated failures involving heavily worn suspension arm ball joints and fractured coil springs. The offside front drive artwork CV boot has been flagged as severely deteriorated in both 2024 and 2025, indicating a long-term issue that could lead to gearbox joint failure if not monitored. Furthermore, the consistent report of tyres being worn to the legal limit or worn unevenly across the last three tests suggests potential alignment issues or a general neglect of basic consumable replacement.