2008 Suzuki SX4 1.6L Petrol · VE08 XUT

The 2008 Suzuki SX4 presents a stable and largely consistent maintenance trend, culminating in a clean pass at its most recent MOT on 28 June 2023 at 124,987 miles. That test recorded no mechanical or structural defects, with only minor inspection limitations noted where sill covers prevented visual checks of the outer sills. The vehicle has not been retested since that date, meaning the current certificate is now over two years old and expired in June 2025. A fresh MOT should be arranged before purchase to confirm its present condition. The mileage progression tells a coherent story. Between July 2019 at 84,677 miles and June 2023 at 124,987 miles, the car covered roughly 40,310 miles across four years, averaging approximately 10,000 miles annually. That figure sits above the vehicle's lifetime average of around 6,944 miles per year, suggesting the most recent keeper used it more intensively than earlier owners. The 2022 test at 114,303 miles shows a jump of nearly 9,000 miles from the prior year, and the final 2023 reading of 124,987 miles adds another 10,684 miles in just under twelve months. No gaps or anomalies appear in the record, and the odometer progression is logical with no signs of rollback. Two recurring themes deserve attention. Front suspension arm rear bushes were flagged as worn in both the 2019 and 2021 tests, though neither instance resulted in excessive movement. The 2021 advisory on nearside front tyre wear also points to possible alignment or bush-related issues that may have persisted. A buyer should have the front suspension inspected thoroughly, paying close attention to bush condition, ball joints, and any play in the steering. The sill covers that obscured the outer sills in the 2023 test remain a concern. A physical underbody inspection is essential to check for corrosion or previous repairs hidden beneath those covers. Brake components, exhaust condition, and tyre wear patterns should also be examined in person, particularly given the higher recent mileage and the lack of a current valid MOT certificate.