Suzuki AN650A Reliability, MOT Pass Rate & Common Faults
Free Suzuki AN650A car check
Is the Suzuki AN650A reliable? We analysed 1,890 real MOT tests across 181 vehicles to find out.
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The Suzuki AN650A is above average for reliability based on real UK MOT data. Common problems include roller brake test indicates a binding brake, tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm and brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick. Here's everything you need to know before buying a used Suzuki AN650A.
Suzuki AN650A Number Plates
Number plates registered to a Suzuki AN650A. Click on any registration for full vehicle details — including MOT history, mileage records, previous owners and damage history.
Suzuki AN650A MOT Pass Rate by Year
How likely is a Suzuki AN650A to pass its MOT? Here's the pass rate for each registration year, newest first.
Suzuki AN650A Problems — What Goes Wrong?
The most common reasons a Suzuki AN650A fails its MOT, ranked by how often they occur. Check for these problems before you buy.
Suzuki AN650A Common Faults & Problems
These are the most common serious faults found on Suzuki AN650A models during MOT testing — flagged as dangerous or major failures that need immediate attention.
Suzuki AN650A Mileage — What's Normal?
How many miles does a typical Suzuki AN650A owner drive per year? Use this to check if a car you're looking at has suspiciously low or high mileage.
Suzuki AN650A MOT Data by Registration Year
Full breakdown of pass rate and mileage for each year. Use this to compare the Suzuki AN650A year you're looking at.
| Year | Tests | Pass Rate | Low Mi. | Typical Mi. | High Mi. |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2012 | 110 | 90.0% | 8,917 | 12,921 | 23,163 |
| 2011 | 175 | 90.9% | 8,307 | 14,343 | 21,029 |
| 2010 | 340 | 89.1% | 9,089 | 17,264 | 25,935 |
| 2009 | 396 | 87.4% | 11,068 | 17,054 | 23,375 |
| 2008 | 425 | 89.4% | 11,224 | 17,968 | 28,509 |
| 2007 | 179 | 83.2% | 8,908 | 17,098 | 30,358 |
| 2006 | 128 | 85.9% | 8,653 | 14,696 | 22,125 |
| 2005 | 70 | 90.0% | 22,551 | 33,492 | 48,855 |
How Long Does a Suzuki AN650A Last?
Based on 181 Suzuki AN650A vehicles on UK roads.
Suzuki AN650A Mileage Distribution
Total mileage recorded across all Suzuki AN650A 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 AN650A
Based on MOT pass rates across all registration years with sufficient test data.
90.9% MOT pass rate from 175 tests
83.2% MOT pass rate from 179 tests
The best year to buy a used Suzuki AN650A is 2011, which has the highest MOT pass rate at 90.9% across 175 tests. The 2007 model year has the lowest pass rate at 83.2% — if you're looking at one from that year, budget for potential repairs and get a thorough pre-purchase inspection.
How Does the Suzuki AN650A Compare?
MOT pass rates compared to similar models. Click any model for the full breakdown.
| Model | Pass Rate | Tests | Typical Mileage | Lifespan |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Suzuki AN650A THIS CAR | 88.3% | 1,890 | 17,020 mi | 21 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 |
| Kia Sorento 4 HEV AWD Auto | 88.4% | 3,375 | 29,951 mi | — yrs |
Compared to the Suzuki Swift (76.1% pass rate) and the Suzuki Alto (74.0% pass rate), the Suzuki AN650A outperforms both on MOT reliability.
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The Suzuki AN650A has an overall MOT pass rate of 88.3% across 1,890 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 AN650A are roller brake test indicates a binding brake (30 recorded failures), tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (25), and brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (14). 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 AN650A 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 AN650A owner drives around 938 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 AN650A models stay on UK roads for around 21 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.