2019 Suzuki SX4 1.0L Petrol · VX68 SVR

The vehicle is currently roadworthy following a pass in February 2026, but the maintenance history reveals a recent trend of reactive rather than proactive care. The most recent test at 32,078 miles resulted in a failure due to multiple defects including ineffective wipers, a failed registration plate lamp, and suspension wear. While the owner addressed the nearside front ball joint and the offside anti-roll bar linkage to achieve a pass, the presence of these faults suggests that mechanical issues are only being rectified once they trigger an MOT failure. At seven years old, the recorded 32,078 miles represent significantly low annual usage, averaging approximately 4,500 miles year. This low mileage pattern suggests the car spends long periods stationary, which can often lead to the degradation of rubber components. Between the January 2023 test at 20,809 miles and the February 2025 test at 25,285 miles, the vehicle covered only four thousand miles over two years. The recurring advisory for offside front tyres reaching the legal limit across two consecutive years indicates potential alignment issues or uneven wear despite the low overall mileage. A buyer should conduct a thorough inspection of the front suspension assembly, as the tester specifically identified play in the ball joint and a deteriorated dust cover on the anti-roll bar. Given the low mileage and age, it is vital to check all rubber bushes and boots for cracking caused by dry rot rather than wear. The previous failure of the wiper blades and registration bulb further highlights that basic exterior maintenance is overlooked, so a full check of the lighting system and blade condition is necessary to ensure no other neglected defects remain.