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Suzuki SX4

Silver · Petrol · 2011 · 1,586 cc

5178 CHMOT history

5178 CH is a silver petrol Suzuki SX4 first used on 11 Jul 2011. Its MOT is valid until 6 May 2027 and it has passed 12 of 18 MOT tests, with 121,803 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 7 May 2026.

5178 CH silver Suzuki SX4 – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a Suzuki SX4, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Valid
Until 6 May 2027
Mileage
121,803 mi
At MOT on 7 May 2026
MOT tests
18
12 passed · 6 failed
Per year
8,813 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
5178 CH
Registration format
Dateless
Make
Suzuki
Model
SX4
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,586 cc
Year of manufacture
2011
First used
11 Jul 2011
MOT status
MOT valid until 6 May 2027
Latest MOT test
7 May 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

5178 CH was last recorded at 121,803 miles on 7 May 2026, 12,531 miles more than at the previous MOT on 13 Feb 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
109,272 miles · 13 Feb 2025
Between the last two tests
12,531 miles
Average per year
8,813 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 121,803 miles
  • 2025 – 109,272 miles
  • 2023 – 100,851 miles
  • 2022 – 93,368 miles
  • 2021 – 84,004 miles
  • 2020 – 78,962 miles
  • 2019 – 69,432 miles
  • 2018 – 57,909 miles
  • 2017 – 47,582 miles
  • 2016 – 37,162 miles
  • 2015 – 27,578 miles
  • 2014 – 17,522 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass121,803 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases rear exhaust clamp corroded (6.1.2 (a))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

What MOT advisories mean

Recurring issues

Items recorded at more than one earlier MOT but not at the latest one. Repeat advisories can show maintenance that was put off.

  • Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2022–2025

  • Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022–2025

  • Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2014–2016

Full MOT history

18 tests since 7 Jul 2014, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass121,803 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 May 2027
    Odometer
    121,803 miles
    Test number
    723226543422
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases rear exhaust clamp corroded (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  2. Fail121,802 miles (+12,530)1 dangerous2 major1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    121,802 miles
    Test number
    684827756977
    • DangerousOffside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick inner pad (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorRear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps both (4.7.1 (b) (ii))
    • MinorFront Headlamp lens slightly defective both (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases rear exhaust clamp corroded (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  3. Pass109,272 miles (+8,421)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Feb 2026
    Odometer
    109,272 miles
    Test number
    139570999787
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
  4. Pass100,851 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    12 Dec 2024
    Odometer
    100,851 miles
    Test number
    355479278323
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
  5. Fail100,851 miles (+7,483)7 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    100,851 miles
    Test number
    935316947058
    • MajorNearside Brake pipe excessively corroded front to rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorNearside Front Macpherson strut top bush or bearing has excessive wear or free play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Brake pipe excessively corroded front to rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorOffside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • MajorRear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorService brake efficiency below requirements (1.2.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
  6. Pass93,368 miles1 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Oct 2023
    Odometer
    93,368 miles
    Test number
    217594399331
    • MinorOffside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryFront Service brake imbalance requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryRear Parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.4.2 (a) (i))
  7. Fail93,368 miles (+9,364)3 repaired1 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    93,368 miles
    Test number
    248825917273
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MinorOffside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryFront Service brake imbalance requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryRear Parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.4.2 (a) (i))
  8. Pass84,004 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Sept 2022
    Odometer
    84,004 miles
    Test number
    336330511517
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material to rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
  9. Fail84,004 miles (+5,042)1 repaired4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    84,004 miles
    Test number
    145938473411
    • Repaired at testRear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps both (4.7.1 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material to rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
  10. Pass78,962 miles
    MOT expiry
    13 Sept 2021
    Odometer
    78,962 miles
    Test number
    325737790751

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Fail78,962 miles (+9,530)1 dangerous2 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    78,962 miles
    Test number
    636514112885
    • DangerousFront Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm both front (5.2.3 (e))
    • MajorOffside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorOffside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded from flexy (1.1.11 (c))
  12. Pass69,432 miles (+11,523)
    MOT expiry
    11 Sept 2020
    Odometer
    69,432 miles
    Test number
    161718386438

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass57,909 miles (+10,327)
    MOT expiry
    11 Jul 2019
    Odometer
    57,909 miles
    Test number
    927323335762

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass47,582 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Jul 2018
    Odometer
    47,582 miles
    Test number
    240043348462
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
  15. Fail47,582 miles (+10,420)3 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    47,582 miles
    Test number
    811077793881
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureNearside Front coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
  16. Pass37,162 miles (+9,584)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Jul 2017
    Odometer
    37,162 miles
    Test number
    808730461171
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryTyre worn close to the legal limit both rear (4.1.E.1)
  17. Pass27,578 miles (+10,056)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    11 Jul 2016
    Odometer
    27,578 miles
    Test number
    249948485490
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
  18. Pass17,522 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Jul 2015
    Odometer
    17,522 miles
    Test number
    848468984137
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryParking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Questions about 5178 CH

What vehicle is registration 5178 CH currently assigned to?
DVSA MOT records show 5178 CH on a silver petrol Suzuki SX4 first used on 11 Jul 2011. Dateless registrations can be transferred between vehicles, so earlier MOT tests may have been under a different registration. Registered keeper details are not public and are not shown.
Does 5178 CH currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on 5178 CH is valid until 6 May 2027.
When is the MOT due on 5178 CH?
The MOT on 5178 CH is valid until 6 May 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has 5178 CH done?
5178 CH was recorded at 121,803 miles at its MOT on 7 May 2026, an average of 8,813 miles a year.
Has 5178 CH ever failed its MOT?
Yes. 5178 CH has failed 6 of its 18 MOT tests, most recently on 7 May 2026.
Has the mileage on 5178 CH ever gone down?
No. The odometer reading went up or stayed the same at every MOT test on record. Service records are still worth checking.
What did the latest MOT on 5178 CH find?
5178 CH passed its latest MOT on 7 May 2026 with 2 advisories: exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases rear exhaust clamp corroded; offside rear tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge.

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