2004 Suzuki Liana · 1,128 MOT tests
2004 Suzuki Liana reliability
2004 Suzuki Lianas fail 47.6% of first MOT tests, 13% more MOT fails than the average car its age and mileage, ranking 1 of 2 Liana years (1,128 DVSA tests, 2022 to 2024).
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- first-time fail rate (all Suzuki Lianas: 48.6%)
- 47.6%
- first-time fail rate (all Suzuki Lianas: 48.6%)
- fails than cars of the same age and mileage
- 13% more
- fails than cars of the same age and mileage
- typical miles at its MOT, aged about 18
- 90,889
- typical miles at its MOT, aged about 18
- MOT tests, 2022 to 2024
- 1,128
- MOT tests, 2022 to 2024
Year on year
2004 against the years either side
- 2003 cars: 22% more MOT fails than the average car its age (the 2004 car does better)
- 2005 cars: 21% more MOT fails than the average car its age (the 2004 car does better)
- Weak spot: body, chassis and structure, 16.3% of tests fail here (92% above cars of the same age and mileage).
- Strong point: seat belts and airbags, 31% fewer fails than comparable cars.
- Plates: a 2004 car carries a 53 plate (January–February 2004), or a 04 plate (March–August 2004), or a 54 plate (September–December 2004).
Common problems
What fails on a 2004 Suzuki Liana
Fail rate by area
- Suspension19.7%
- Lights and electrics16.8%
- Body, chassis and structure16.3%
- Brakes14.6%
- Exhaust, emissions and leaks9.1%
- Tyres8.1%
- Windscreen, wipers and mirrors7.6%
Average for cars of the same age and mileage
Top failures
CV joint boot split or insecure 11.52%
A split CV boot lets dirt in and grease out, so the joint wears and may need full replacement.
Wiper blade not clearing windscreen 4.43%
Wipers that do not clear the windscreen reduce visibility in rain, which is a safety risk, so replace them.
Tyre tread below 1.6mm 4.34%
Tread below 1.6mm is illegal and reduces grip in wet conditions, so the tyre must be replaced.
Position lamp not working 4.08%
A failed position lamp makes the car harder to see in poor light and is illegal, so it must be repaired.
Stop lamp not working 3.72%
A failed stop lamp means drivers behind cannot see when you brake, a safety risk that must be fixed.
Engine warning light inoperative or lit 3.46%
An engine warning light that is lit or not working can hide faults, so diagnosis is needed before buying.
Common advisories
Tyre worn close to legal limit (20.04%) · Brake pipes corroded and greasy (15.69%) · Sub-frame showing corrosion (12.77%) · Engine oil leak, not excessive (10.99%) · Tyre slightly damaged or cracking (7.62%) · Suspension mounting area showing corrosion (6.91%)
Other years
Every Suzuki Liana year
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Source: DVSA anonymised MOT results, 2022 to 2024, class 4 normal tests.
Is a 2004 Suzuki Liana reliable?
2004 Suzuki Lianas fail 47.6% of first MOT tests, 13% more MOT fails than the average car its age and mileage, ranking 1 of 2 Liana years (1,128 DVSA tests, 2022 to 2024).
What fails on a 2004 Suzuki Liana MOT?
Most often cv joint boot split or insecure (11.52% of tests), wiper blade not clearing windscreen (4.43% of tests), tyre tread below 1.6mm (4.34% of tests).
How many miles should a 2004 Suzuki Liana have done?
At its MOT aged about 18, a typical 2004 Suzuki Liana shows 90,889 miles. Much higher or lower is worth asking about.
What plate is a 2004 car?
A car first registered in 2004 carries a 53 plate (January–February 2004), or a 04 plate (March–August 2004), or a 54 plate (September–December 2004).
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