Suzuki DR125 Reliability, MOT Pass Rate & Common Faults
Free Suzuki DR125 car check
Is the Suzuki DR125 reliable? We analysed 4,473 real MOT tests across 640 vehicles to find out.
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The Suzuki DR125 is about average for reliability based on real UK MOT data. Common problems include drive chain worn to excess, drive chain sprocket worn to excess and stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies. Here's everything you need to know before buying a used Suzuki DR125.
Suzuki DR125 Number Plates
Number plates registered to a Suzuki DR125. Click on any registration for full vehicle details — including MOT history, mileage records, previous owners and damage history.
Suzuki DR125 MOT Pass Rate by Year
How likely is a Suzuki DR125 to pass its MOT? Here's the pass rate for each registration year, newest first.
Suzuki DR125 Problems — What Goes Wrong?
The most common reasons a Suzuki DR125 fails its MOT, ranked by how often they occur. Check for these problems before you buy.
Suzuki DR125 Mileage — What's Normal?
How many miles does a typical Suzuki DR125 owner drive per year? Use this to check if a car you're looking at has suspiciously low or high mileage.
Suzuki DR125 MOT Data by Registration Year
Full breakdown of pass rate and mileage for each year. Use this to compare the Suzuki DR125 year you're looking at.
| Year | Tests | Pass Rate | Low Mi. | Typical Mi. | High Mi. |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2011 | 144 | 75.7% | 6,516 | 9,679 | 13,616 |
| 2010 | 216 | 75.0% | 9,200 | 12,320 | 18,406 |
| 2009 | 588 | 73.5% | 7,596 | 12,194 | 18,677 |
| 2008 | 237 | 76.4% | 7,150 | 12,887 | 17,396 |
| 2005 | 56 | 69.6% | 13,125 | 19,706 | 20,954 |
| 2002 | 70 | 70.0% | 3,530 | 6,653 | 16,689 |
| 2001 | 749 | 75.7% | 5,664 | 12,342 | 19,079 |
| 2000 | 1,060 | 76.5% | 8,754 | 15,486 | 22,226 |
| 1993 | 79 | 72.2% | 12,236 | 16,239 | 23,288 |
| 1992 | 91 | 82.4% | 19,360 | 26,806 | 33,818 |
| 1991 | 74 | 66.2% | 16,670 | 18,544 | 21,072 |
| 1990 | 94 | 66.0% | 11,615 | 15,815 | 22,720 |
| 1989 | 56 | 71.4% | 11,630 | 19,374 | 21,238 |
| 1987 | 68 | 73.5% | 10,596 | 19,575 | 25,637 |
| 1985 | 110 | 75.5% | 12,044 | 18,950 | 25,002 |
| 1984 | 103 | 68.0% | 11,436 | 13,383 | 19,347 |
| 1983 | 191 | 74.9% | 9,834 | 15,616 | 28,355 |
| 1982 | 111 | 71.2% | 17,736 | 24,041 | 25,922 |
How Long Does a Suzuki DR125 Last?
Based on 640 Suzuki DR125 vehicles on UK roads.
Suzuki DR125 Mileage Distribution
Total mileage recorded across all Suzuki DR125 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 DR125
Based on MOT pass rates across all registration years with sufficient test data.
82.4% MOT pass rate from 91 tests
66.0% MOT pass rate from 94 tests
The best year to buy a used Suzuki DR125 is 1992, which has the highest MOT pass rate at 82.4% across 91 tests. The 1990 model year has the lowest pass rate at 66.0% — if you're looking at one from that year, budget for potential repairs and get a thorough pre-purchase inspection.
How Does the Suzuki DR125 Compare?
MOT pass rates compared to similar models. Click any model for the full breakdown.
| Model | Pass Rate | Tests | Typical Mileage | Lifespan |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Suzuki DR125 THIS CAR | 74.7% | 4,473 | 14,420 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 |
| Ford Fiesta Zetec Auto | 90.2% | 1,614 | 42,965 mi | — yrs |
Compared to the Suzuki Swift (76.1% pass rate) and the Suzuki Alto (74.0% pass rate), the Suzuki DR125 sits in the middle of the pack on MOT reliability.
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Check a specific Suzuki DR125Should you buy a used Suzuki DR125?
The Suzuki DR125 has an overall MOT pass rate of 74.7% across 4,473 real MOT tests — roughly in line with the UK average.
The most common problems on the Suzuki DR125 are drive chain worn to excess (84 recorded failures), drive chain sprocket worn to excess (74), and stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (69). 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 DR125 owner drives around 734 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 DR125 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.