Suzuki 125 Reliability, MOT Pass Rate & Common Faults
Free Suzuki 125 car check
Is the Suzuki 125 reliable? We analysed 805 real MOT tests across 102 vehicles to find out.
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The Suzuki 125 is above average for reliability based on real UK MOT data. Common problems include stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies, roller brake test indicates a binding brake and drive chain excessively loose. Here's everything you need to know before buying a used Suzuki 125.
Suzuki 125 Number Plates
Number plates registered to a Suzuki 125. Click on any registration for full vehicle details — including MOT history, mileage records, previous owners and damage history.
Suzuki 125 MOT Pass Rate by Year
How likely is a Suzuki 125 to pass its MOT? Here's the pass rate for each registration year, newest first.
Suzuki 125 Problems — What Goes Wrong?
The most common reasons a Suzuki 125 fails its MOT, ranked by how often they occur. Check for these problems before you buy.
Suzuki 125 Common Faults & Problems
These are the most common serious faults found on Suzuki 125 models during MOT testing — flagged as dangerous or major failures that need immediate attention.
Suzuki 125 Mileage — What's Normal?
How many miles does a typical Suzuki 125 owner drive per year? Use this to check if a car you're looking at has suspiciously low or high mileage.
Suzuki 125 MOT Data by Registration Year
Full breakdown of pass rate and mileage for each year. Use this to compare the Suzuki 125 year you're looking at.
| Year | Tests | Pass Rate | Low Mi. | Typical Mi. | High Mi. |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2007 | 61 | 77.0% | 8,526 | 17,021 | 28,365 |
| 2006 | 74 | 78.4% | 8,776 | 13,080 | 20,013 |
| 2005 | 130 | 74.6% | 5,804 | 9,894 | 17,092 |
| 2003 | 89 | 74.2% | 8,491 | 19,083 | 30,792 |
Suzuki 125 Mileage Distribution
Total mileage recorded across all Suzuki 125 MOT tests. If the car you're looking at is above the 75th percentile, it's done more miles than most.
Best Year to Buy a Used Suzuki 125
Based on MOT pass rates across all registration years with sufficient test data.
78.4% MOT pass rate from 74 tests
74.2% MOT pass rate from 89 tests
The best year to buy a used Suzuki 125 is 2006, which has the highest MOT pass rate at 78.4% across 74 tests. The 2003 model year has the lowest pass rate at 74.2% — if you're looking at one from that year, budget for potential repairs and get a thorough pre-purchase inspection.
How Does the Suzuki 125 Compare?
MOT pass rates compared to similar models. Click any model for the full breakdown.
| Model | Pass Rate | Tests | Typical Mileage | Lifespan |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Suzuki 125 THIS CAR | 77.0% | 805 | 14,478 mi | 23 yrs |
| Suzuki Swift | 76.1% | 2,247,517 | 51,601 mi | 31 yrs |
| Suzuki Alto | 74% | 1,154,186 | 41,167 mi | 28 yrs |
| Suzuki Grand Vitara | 76.2% | 1,025,634 | 67,542 mi | 28 yrs |
| Ford Focus Style Td 115 | 79.3% | 574 | 124,982 mi | — yrs |
Compared to the Suzuki Swift (76.1% pass rate) and the Suzuki Alto (74.0% pass rate), the Suzuki 125 outperforms both on MOT reliability.
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Check a specific Suzuki 125Should you buy a used Suzuki 125?
The Suzuki 125 has an overall MOT pass rate of 77.0% across 805 real MOT tests — comfortably above the UK average, which puts it among the more reliable models on UK roads.
The most common problems on the Suzuki 125 are stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (17 recorded failures), roller brake test indicates a binding brake (10), and drive chain excessively loose (9). These are the faults most likely to cause an MOT failure on this model, so check for them carefully on any test drive or pre-purchase inspection. Many are wear-and-tear items that can be budgeted for, but a car that's already failing on multiple fronts may signal neglected maintenance.
On the safety side, the most frequently flagged dangerous fault is tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm. Dangerous faults cause an immediate MOT failure and mean the vehicle is not roadworthy until repaired. If you're viewing a Suzuki 125 with an expired or recently passed MOT, ask the seller whether any dangerous faults were found and fixed during the last test.
A typical Suzuki 125 owner drives around 932 miles per year. If the car you're looking at is significantly above this, expect more wear on suspension, brakes and tyres. If it's well below, the vehicle may have been sitting unused — check for perished rubber, corroded discs and stale fluids.
In terms of longevity, most Suzuki 125 models stay on UK roads for around 23 years — a strong showing that suggests solid build quality and readily available parts. If you're buying one that's already approaching that window, the data suggests it has plenty of life left provided it's been maintained.
Before committing to a purchase, we recommend running a full vehicle history check on the specific car. This will reveal any outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies that the seller may not disclose — and that the MOT data alone can't tell you.