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Suzuki An 650 ZL8 Reliability, MOT Pass Rate & Common Faults

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Is the Suzuki An 650 ZL8 reliable? We analysed 862 real MOT tests across 173 vehicles to find out.

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Data last updated: · Based on 862 real MOT tests
MOT Pass Rate
92.7%
Typical Mileage
9,034mi
Annual Mileage
1,114mi/yr
Est. Lifespan
yrs

The Suzuki An 650 ZL8 is above average for reliability based on real UK MOT data. Here's everything you need to know before buying a used Suzuki An 650 ZL8.

Suzuki An 650 ZL8 Number Plates

Number plates registered to a Suzuki An 650 ZL8. Click on any registration for full vehicle details — including MOT history, mileage records, previous owners and damage history.

Suzuki An 650 ZL8 MOT Pass Rate by Year

How likely is a Suzuki An 650 ZL8 to pass its MOT? Here's the pass rate for each registration year, newest first.

94.3%
2019
94.4%
2018
88.8%
2017

Suzuki An 650 ZL8 Common Faults & Problems

These are the most common serious faults found on Suzuki An 650 ZL8 models during MOT testing — flagged as dangerous or major failures that need immediate attention.

Brake pad(s) less than 1.0 mm thick 17
Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 16
Central Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.0 mm thick 2

Suzuki An 650 ZL8 Mileage — What's Normal?

How many miles does a typical Suzuki An 650 ZL8 owner drive per year? Use this to check if a car you're looking at has suspiciously low or high mileage.

Low usage
489 mi/yr
Typical
1,114 mi/yr
Average
1,867 mi/yr
Heavy usage
2,525 mi/yr

Suzuki An 650 ZL8 MOT Data by Registration Year

Full breakdown of pass rate and mileage for each year. Use this to compare the Suzuki An 650 ZL8 year you're looking at.

Year Tests Pass Rate Low Mi. Typical Mi. High Mi.
2019 159 94.3% 4,354 8,213 15,170
2018 412 94.4% 4,766 8,184 12,948
2017 269 88.8% 5,694 10,702 19,252

How Long Does a Suzuki An 650 ZL8 Last?

Based on 173 Suzuki An 650 ZL8 vehicles on UK roads.

Average
6.4 years
Median
7.0 years

Suzuki An 650 ZL8 Mileage Distribution

Total mileage recorded across all Suzuki An 650 ZL8 MOT tests. If the car you're looking at is above the 75th percentile, it's done more miles than most.

Median
9,034 mi
75th Percentile
15,638 mi
95th Percentile
31,268 mi
Max Recorded
57,345 mi

Best Year to Buy a Used Suzuki An 650 ZL8

Based on MOT pass rates across all registration years with sufficient test data.

Best year
2018

94.4% MOT pass rate from 412 tests

Year to avoid
2017

88.8% MOT pass rate from 269 tests

The best year to buy a used Suzuki An 650 ZL8 is 2018, which has the highest MOT pass rate at 94.4% across 412 tests. The 2017 model year has the lowest pass rate at 88.8% — if you're looking at one from that year, budget for potential repairs and get a thorough pre-purchase inspection.

How Does the Suzuki An 650 ZL8 Compare?

MOT pass rates compared to similar models. Click any model for the full breakdown.

Model Pass Rate Tests Typical Mileage Lifespan
Suzuki An 650 ZL8 THIS CAR 92.7% 862 9,034 mi — 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
Ligier Ambra Glx Auto 68.4% 971 15,104 mi 27 yrs

Compared to the Suzuki Swift (76.1% pass rate) and the Suzuki Alto (74.0% pass rate), the Suzuki An 650 ZL8 outperforms both on MOT reliability.

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Should you buy a used Suzuki An 650 ZL8?

The Suzuki An 650 ZL8 has an overall MOT pass rate of 92.7% across 862 real MOT tests — comfortably above the UK average, which puts it among the more reliable models on UK roads.

On the safety side, the most frequently flagged dangerous fault is brake pad(s) less than 1.0 mm thick. Dangerous faults cause an immediate MOT failure and mean the vehicle is not roadworthy until repaired. If you're viewing a Suzuki An 650 ZL8 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 An 650 ZL8 owner drives around 1,114 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.

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.

Suzuki An 650 ZL8 — Frequently Asked Questions

Is the Suzuki An 650 ZL8 reliable?
Based on 862 MOT tests, the Suzuki An 650 ZL8 has a 92.7% pass rate — above the UK average, suggesting good reliability.
What are the common problems on a Suzuki An 650 ZL8?
The most common failure point is general wear and tear.
How many miles does a Suzuki An 650 ZL8 do per year?
The typical Suzuki An 650 ZL8 does around 1,114 miles per year. Anything significantly above or below this is worth investigating.
How long does a Suzuki An 650 ZL8 last?
Lifespan data is not yet available for this model.
Should I get a vehicle check before buying a Suzuki An 650 ZL8?
Yes. An MOT pass rate tells you about the model in general, but a vehicle history check reveals the specific car's finance, stolen, write-off and mileage history — things the seller may not disclose.
What is the best year to buy a Suzuki An 650 ZL8?
Based on MOT pass rates, the best year to buy a used Suzuki An 650 ZL8 is 2018 with a 94.4% pass rate across 412 tests.