2014 Suzuki SX4 1.6L Petrol · SC63 TOV

The vehicle is currently roadworthy but the maintenance trend indicates a reactive rather than proactive approach to repairs. The latest test in April 2026 at 72,468 miles showed the car passing despite multiple wear-related defects, including pitted front brake discs and thin pads on all axles. The presence of slight play in the offside front anti-roll bar linkage ball joint suggests that the owner is only addressing suspension components once they reach failure thresholds during the annual inspection. The recorded mileage of 72,468 miles over 12 years reflects an average annual usage of approximately 6,000 miles, which is consistent with a low-use city car. However, the data shows a period of higher activity between May 2024 and May 2025, where the vehicle covered roughly 7,000 miles in a year. While the low mileage generally reduces overall wear on the drivetrain, the frequent failures related to tyres and suspension components suggest that rubber parts may be suffering from age-related degradation or dry rot if the vehicle sits stationary for long periods. A buyer should specifically inspect the front suspension assembly, as the history shows recurring issues with ball joints, arm bushes, and coil springs. The fracture of the offside front coil spring in 2025 and the ball joint failures in 2024 indicate that the front end is a known weak point. The braking system also requires immediate attention; the April 2026 report flagged scored front discs and thin pads, which will likely require replacement shortly to ensure effective stopping performance. Check for uneven tyre wear across the axles, as previous tests show a pattern of failing due to reaching legal tread depth limits.