Suzuki Dr Reliability, MOT Pass Rate & Common Faults
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Is the Suzuki Dr reliable? We analysed 2,611 real MOT tests across 330 vehicles to find out.
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The Suzuki Dr is above average for reliability based on real UK MOT data. Common problems include wheel bearings have excessive free play, stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies and reflector on motorcycle missing. Here's everything you need to know before buying a used Suzuki Dr.
Suzuki Dr Number Plates
Number plates registered to a Suzuki Dr. Click on any registration for full vehicle details — including MOT history, mileage records, previous owners and damage history.
Suzuki Dr MOT Pass Rate by Year
How likely is a Suzuki Dr to pass its MOT? Here's the pass rate for each registration year, newest first.
Suzuki Dr Problems — What Goes Wrong?
The most common reasons a Suzuki Dr fails its MOT, ranked by how often they occur. Check for these problems before you buy.
Suzuki Dr Mileage — What's Normal?
How many miles does a typical Suzuki Dr owner drive per year? Use this to check if a car you're looking at has suspiciously low or high mileage.
Suzuki Dr MOT Data by Registration Year
Full breakdown of pass rate and mileage for each year. Use this to compare the Suzuki Dr year you're looking at.
| Year | Tests | Pass Rate | Low Mi. | Typical Mi. | High Mi. |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2011 | 56 | 75.0% | 6,740 | 8,856 | 10,471 |
| 2010 | 50 | 80.0% | 5,940 | 14,836 | 23,327 |
| 2009 | 94 | 78.7% | 8,018 | 11,618 | 18,259 |
| 2008 | 74 | 78.4% | 6,802 | 13,546 | 21,966 |
| 2004 | 143 | 83.9% | 6,825 | 29,083 | 40,037 |
| 2003 | 128 | 84.4% | 11,156 | 34,724 | 41,814 |
| 2002 | 80 | 86.3% | 12,808 | 16,978 | 27,342 |
| 2001 | 151 | 83.4% | 5,132 | 20,390 | 31,602 |
| 2000 | 226 | 78.8% | 9,847 | 17,514 | 27,930 |
| 1999 | 94 | 84.0% | 6,046 | 12,054 | 56,327 |
| 1998 | 110 | 90.0% | 8,462 | 11,906 | 15,672 |
| 1997 | 110 | 82.7% | 5,411 | 17,633 | 37,685 |
| 1996 | 174 | 86.8% | 11,836 | 16,695 | 19,391 |
| 1995 | 203 | 83.7% | 12,728 | 17,176 | 26,052 |
| 1994 | 117 | 82.9% | 15,346 | 22,249 | 29,107 |
| 1993 | 79 | 75.9% | 6,117 | 10,598 | 20,880 |
| 1992 | 85 | 87.1% | 7,766 | 18,981 | 22,528 |
| 1991 | 74 | 77.0% | 11,325 | 16,132 | 31,682 |
| 1988 | 78 | 87.2% | 5,148 | 10,342 | 28,054 |
| 1982 | 54 | 83.3% | 8,026 | 16,902 | 19,377 |
How Long Does a Suzuki Dr Last?
Based on 330 Suzuki Dr vehicles on UK roads.
Suzuki Dr Mileage Distribution
Total mileage recorded across all Suzuki Dr 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 Dr
Based on MOT pass rates across all registration years with sufficient test data.
90.0% MOT pass rate from 110 tests
75.0% MOT pass rate from 56 tests
The best year to buy a used Suzuki Dr is 1998, which has the highest MOT pass rate at 90.0% across 110 tests. The 2011 model year has the lowest pass rate at 75.0% — if you're looking at one from that year, budget for potential repairs and get a thorough pre-purchase inspection.
How Does the Suzuki Dr Compare?
MOT pass rates compared to similar models. Click any model for the full breakdown.
| Model | Pass Rate | Tests | Typical Mileage | Lifespan |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Suzuki Dr THIS CAR | 83.3% | 2,611 | 16,201 mi | 44 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 |
| Royal Enfield Bullet Electra Efi | 89.4% | 2,423 | 5,294 mi | 16 yrs |
Compared to the Suzuki Swift (76.1% pass rate) and the Suzuki Alto (74.0% pass rate), the Suzuki Dr outperforms both on MOT reliability.
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Check a specific Suzuki DrShould you buy a used Suzuki Dr?
The Suzuki Dr has an overall MOT pass rate of 83.3% across 2,611 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 Dr are wheel bearings have excessive free play (31 recorded failures), stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (26), and reflector on motorcycle missing (23). 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.
A typical Suzuki Dr owner drives around 462 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 Dr models stay on UK roads for around 44 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.