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SUZUKI SX4 (2017)

Running costs, reliability data, and common problems from 5,178 real MOT tests.

Annual Cost

£1,737

£145/month

MOT Pass Rate

89%

Good

Road Tax

£195

Flat rate/year

Insurance

Grp 12-25

1586cc Petrol

Solid Option

89% pass rate, £1737/year to run. 7 points above average.

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Petrol1586cc9 years old5,178 tests49k miles avg

Annual Running Costs

Fuel (Petrol, 1586cc)

~42 mpg

£1,137
Road Tax

Flat rate (post-2017)

£195
MOT Test
£55
Predicted Repairs
£350
Total per year£1,737
Per month£145/mo
Per week£33/wk

Based on 7,400 miles/year (UK average), current fuel prices, and repair likelihood from MOT data. Insurance not included.

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Reliability Verdict

89% MOT pass rate(Good)
0%National avg: 82%100%

Good reliability. Occasional issues but generally solid. That's 7 points above the national average of 82%. It also outperforms the SUZUKI brand average of 82%.

At 9 years old, 89% of SUZUKI SX4s from 2017 passed their MOT first time in 2026. That's based on 5,178 tests across the UK. The average mileage at this age is 48,601 miles.

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How Does It Compare?

Rank among 2017 cars274th of 579(top 47%)
Rank among SUZUKI models117th of 310(top 38%)
vs national average+7%(82% avg)
vs 2017 cars average+2%(87% avg)
vs SUZUKI average+7%(82% avg)

Mileage Analysis

48,601

Average miles

vs

66,600

Expected for age

The average 2017 SUZUKI SX4 has 48,601 miles on the clock, which is below the expected 66,600 miles for a 9-year-old car. This suggests lighter use than average, which generally means less wear on major components.

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Best Year to Buy?

The most reliable year is the 2020 model with a 96% MOT pass rate, while the 2006 model has the lowest at 68%. The 2017 sits between the two at 89%.

SUZUKI SX4 by Year

YearPass RateTestsAvg Mileage
202096%65027,786 mi
201993%3,15031,067 mi
201891%4,24639,553 mi
201789%5,17848,601 mi
201688%5,35258,722 mi
201586%5,90366,711 mi
201482%10,44872,614 mi
201377%5,69172,178 mi
201273%3,55877,215 mi
201172%4,17982,547 mi
201072%3,71489,318 mi
200971%3,67490,089 mi
200871%4,61895,199 mi
200769%4,44999,965 mi
200668%1,744100,733 mi

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About the 2017 SUZUKI SX4

The 2017 SUZUKI SX4 is a small family car with a 1586cc petrol engine. 5,178 of these vehicles were MOT tested in 2026, making it a reasonably common sight on UK roads. Among all cars from 2017, the average MOT pass rate is 87%, and this model beats that benchmark.

With an average of 48,601 miles at 9 years old, SUZUKI SX4 owners tend to use this car less than the typical driver.

2017 SUZUKI SX4 Fuel Costs

The 1586cc petrol engine offers a reasonable balance between performance and economy. Expect around 42 mpg in mixed driving, which works out to roughly £1,137 per year at current petrol prices of 142p per litre (based on 7,400 miles per year).

What does it cost to own a 2017 SUZUKI SX4?

Total estimated annual running cost is £1,737 145/month), broken down as £1137 fuel, £195 road tax, £55 MOT, and £350 predicted repairs. Repair costs are moderate, reflecting the 89% pass rate. Keeping on top of servicing will help avoid surprises.

SUZUKI SX4 Reliability Trend

Newer SUZUKI SX4s show better MOT pass rates than older ones, with an average improvement of 17 percentage points.

Buying a Used 2017 SUZUKI SX4

At 9 years old, this is a solid used buy if you find one with good service history. Depreciation has levelled off, so you won't lose much more value. Focus on condition over mileage. If you're flexible on year, the 2020 model has the highest pass rate at 96%. With 5,178 MOT tests in our data, there's strong statistical confidence in these figures.

Common Issues to Watch For

Based on the 2017 SUZUKI SX4's fuel type, age, and engine size, these are the most likely problem areas to check.

Suspension Wear

Medium risk

Shock absorbers, springs, and anti-roll bar links typically need attention around this age. Listen for clunks over bumps and check for uneven tyre wear.

Service History

Low risk

Always request a full service history. Regular servicing is the single best indicator of how well a car has been maintained, regardless of mileage.

Running Costs Compared

How the 2017 SUZUKI SX4 stacks up against similar cars for annual running costs, insurance, and tax.

CarPass RateFuel/yrTax/yrInsuranceTotal/yr
SUZUKI SX4(2017)89%£1137£195Grp 12-25£1737
VAUXHALL CORSA(2015)78%£1137£30Grp 8-20£1722-£15
FORD FOCUS(2015)85%£1137£135Grp 12-25£1677-£60
NISSAN QASHQAI(2017)86%£955£190Grp 5-15£1550-£187
VOLKSWAGEN POLO(2015)82%£955£30Grp 5-15£1390-£347

Estimates based on 7,400 miles/year, current fuel prices, and MOT data. Insurance groups are indicative. Actual costs vary by driver, location, and usage.

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