Should I check the MOT history before buying a 2006 Suzuki Sx4?

Yes. Look for recurring advisories — slow-building issues like corrosion or brake wear patterns show up years before they become failures. A full MOT history analysis will highlight patterns that a single test result won't reveal.

What corrosion should I look for when inspecting a 2006 Suzuki Sx4?

Check brake pipes, sills, subframes, and chassis legs. Surface rust is normal at this age; structural rust is a serious problem that is expensive to fix and can fail an MOT.

How are tyres and brakes typically on a 2006 Suzuki Sx4?

Tyres and brakes are the most common advisory items on vehicles of this age. Budget for replacement if they are near the limit, and factor this into your offer price.

How many 2006 Suzuki Sx4 vehicles have had dangerous defects recorded?

46% of these vehicles have had a dangerous defect recorded. Search the registration on CarHunch — the full MOT history will show exactly what was flagged and whether it was resolved.

Is the 2006 Suzuki Sx4 reliable?

Based on MOT data from 2,261 vehicles, the 2006 Suzuki Sx4 has a first-time MOT pass rate of 73.7%, indicating generally reliable for its class. Always check the full MOT history of any specific vehicle before buying.

What are common problems with the 2006 Suzuki Sx4?

The most frequently recorded MOT issues on the 2006 Suzuki Sx4 are: Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (93.8% of vehicles), Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (70.1% of vehicles), Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (66.6% of vehicles). These figures are based on actual MOT test records — search a specific registration on CarHunch to see its individual history.

Do I need an HPI check when buying a 2006 Suzuki Sx4?

Yes. The MOT history will not show outstanding finance, insurance write-offs, or stolen status. An HPI check covers these areas and should be part of any used car purchase.

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Suzuki Sx4 (2006)

2,261 real MOT outcomes analysed • 73.7% first-time pass rate

2006 Suzuki Sx4

CarHunch analysed 2,261 real MOT records for the 2006 Suzuki Sx4. Real test outcomes — pass rates, defect profiles, mileage data — from verified DVLA records. Updated as new MOTs are recorded.
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The 2006 SX4's first-time pass rate of 73.7% is notably below the UK average of 80%, suggesting reliability challenges for this age and model. More concerning is that 46.3% of these vehicles have recorded dangerous defects at some point, which is significantly higher than typical and should give any buyer real pause.

These cars are averaging around 65,500 miles, which is reasonable for their age, but the real issue emerges in the failure data: owners face an average of 5 failures per test and 28.4 advisories, indicating persistent maintenance demands. Before purchasing one, get a pre-buy inspection focused on suspension, brakes, and electrical systems—the high dangerous defect rate suggests these are the problem areas for this generation.

The 2006 Suzuki Sx4 has a below-average first-time pass rate (73.7% vs ~80% UK average) — check the specific vehicle's full MOT history carefully before buying.

⚠️ Over 1 in 5 of these vehicles have had a dangerous MOT failure at some point — usually tyres or brakes, and often a one-off issue rather than a persistent problem. The group stats won't tell you which one you're looking at.

First-time pass

73.7%

UK average ~80%

Below average

Dangerous (ever)

46.3%

At least once in MOT history

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Avg failures / car

5.01

Over 17.9 tests on record

High

Typical mileage

65k

Middle half: 50k–79k

For context

⚠️ Below average. More vehicles in this cohort fail their first MOT than typical. Scrutinise this vehicle's history — look for recurring issues, not just the latest result.

🔧 Expect consumable spend. An average of 28.4 advisories per vehicle tells you wear items (tyres, brakes) get flagged regularly. Budget for them — they're not surprises.

🔍 The dangerous defect figure is real. Most are one-off tyre failures or brake issues — not structural problems. But it's exactly why checking the individual vehicle's history is essential, not optional.

These stats describe 2,261 vehicles as a group. The specific vehicle you're looking at could be the one good example or the one outlier. Run its registration to find out.

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What tends to go wrong

Across 2,261 vehicles — figures show how many had each issue flagged at least once in their MOT history.

Brake wear 93.8%

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin · Offside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material · Offside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material · …

Ask the seller when brakes were last serviced. If they don't know, factor in the cost.

Tyre wear 70.1%

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit · Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit · Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit · …

Budget for a full set — on a vehicle this age, tyres are expected consumables. An inspection will confirm how much is left.

Suspension & steering 44.1%

Offside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement · Nearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement · Offside Front coil spring broken · …

Harder to spot without a ramp — this is a good reason to book a pre-purchase inspection.

Other issues 42.8%

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction · Oil leak, but not excessive

Data covers a 3-year window centred on 2006.

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Before you buy a 2006 Suzuki Sx4

Based on MOT data from 2,261 vehicles — here's what to check.

📋 Check the full MOT history. 46.3% of these vehicles have had a dangerous defect recorded - recurring advisories often signal problems years before they become failures.
Search the reg on CarHunch for the full MOT history, reliability stats and a free AI-powered analysis of that exact vehicle.
🔍 Brake pipes, sills and subframes are the key areas on a vehicle this age — structural rust is hard to spot without getting underneath. A mechanic will check all of this before you commit, and give you a concrete basis to negotiate on price. Inspection →
📄 Outstanding finance, insurance write-offs and clocking won't appear in the MOT records — a dedicated history check covers all of this. Our link gets you 20% off automatically. History Get 20% off via CarHunch

Pass Rate by Fuel Type

Fuel type	Vehicles	Pass rate	Avg failures
Petrol (93%)	2,093	73.7%	5.04
Diesel (7%)	165	73.1%	4.68

Colour Breakdown

Based on 46,948 Suzuki Sx4 vehicles registered in the UK — across all years. From DVLA registration records.

White 18.1%

8,515

Blue 17.3%

8,119

Silver 15.4%

7,233

Black 14.7%

6,922

Grey 14.7%

6,883

Red 11%

5,146

Orange 6.4%

3,006

Green 2.2%

1,056

Turquoise 0.1%

Bronze 0.1%

Maroon 0%

Brown 0%

Mileage Distribution

Most 2006 Suzuki Sx4 vehicles sit in the blue band. If the vehicle you're looking at is outside it, it's either unusually low or high mileage for its age.

64,811

typical

49,893

low mileage

78,991

high mileage

Half of all 2006 Suzuki Sx4 vehicles fall between 49,893 and 78,991 miles.

Is the mileage you're seeing normal?

✓ Under 49,893 miles — lower than most. Could be great, or could be a vehicle that rarely moved. Check test frequency and mileage progression in the MOT history.

✓ 49,893–78,991 miles — normal for age. This is where most 2006 Suzuki Sx4s sit.

⚠ Over 106,637 miles — higher than typical. Not necessarily a problem, but check service history and look out for advisory build-up on tyres and brakes.

2006 Suzuki Sx4 — Still on the Road

Numbers are thinning — 35% of 2006 Suzuki Sx4s are still active.

Numbers are declining — 707 vehicles still getting MOTs in 2025 (35% of peak).

Based on vehicles from this manufacture year that had at least one MOT test in each calendar year. Data from 2014–2025.
* The 2020 dip reflects the government's COVID-19 MOT exemption, which allowed certificates to be extended by six months — fewer tests were conducted that year.

MOT History Averages

17.9

Avg MOT tests per vehicle

5.01

Avg failures per vehicle

28.4

Avg advisories per vehicle

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