Suzuki Drz Reliability, MOT Pass Rate & Common Faults
Free Suzuki Drz car check
Is the Suzuki Drz reliable? We analysed 2,036 real MOT tests across 228 vehicles to find out.
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The Suzuki Drz is above average for reliability based on real UK MOT data. Common problems include stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies, reflector on motorcycle missing and tyre is unsuitable. Here's everything you need to know before buying a used Suzuki Drz.
Suzuki Drz Number Plates
Number plates registered to a Suzuki Drz. Click on any registration for full vehicle details — including MOT history, mileage records, previous owners and damage history.
Suzuki Drz MOT Pass Rate by Year
How likely is a Suzuki Drz to pass its MOT? Here's the pass rate for each registration year, newest first.
Suzuki Drz Problems — What Goes Wrong?
The most common reasons a Suzuki Drz fails its MOT, ranked by how often they occur. Check for these problems before you buy.
Suzuki Drz Mileage — What's Normal?
How many miles does a typical Suzuki Drz owner drive per year? Use this to check if a car you're looking at has suspiciously low or high mileage.
Suzuki Drz MOT Data by Registration Year
Full breakdown of pass rate and mileage for each year. Use this to compare the Suzuki Drz year you're looking at.
| Year | Tests | Pass Rate | Low Mi. | Typical Mi. | High Mi. |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2008 | 174 | 86.8% | 4,806 | 8,189 | 14,664 |
| 2007 | 252 | 84.9% | 3,956 | 7,499 | 11,605 |
| 2006 | 187 | 82.9% | 4,337 | 7,987 | 16,234 |
| 2005 | 169 | 85.2% | 3,484 | 6,952 | 11,747 |
| 2004 | 253 | 83.4% | 2,679 | 5,070 | 8,501 |
| 2003 | 313 | 79.2% | 1,632 | 4,250 | 7,450 |
| 2002 | 236 | 83.5% | 2,520 | 4,622 | 8,724 |
| 2001 | 196 | 80.6% | 506 | 2,944 | 6,818 |
| 2000 | 155 | 80.6% | 2,510 | 5,068 | 8,818 |
How Long Does a Suzuki Drz Last?
Based on 228 Suzuki Drz vehicles on UK roads.
Suzuki Drz Mileage Distribution
Total mileage recorded across all Suzuki Drz 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 Drz
Based on MOT pass rates across all registration years with sufficient test data.
86.8% MOT pass rate from 174 tests
79.2% MOT pass rate from 313 tests
The best year to buy a used Suzuki Drz is 2008, which has the highest MOT pass rate at 86.8% across 174 tests. The 2003 model year has the lowest pass rate at 79.2% — if you're looking at one from that year, budget for potential repairs and get a thorough pre-purchase inspection.
How Does the Suzuki Drz Compare?
MOT pass rates compared to similar models. Click any model for the full breakdown.
| Model | Pass Rate | Tests | Typical Mileage | Lifespan |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Suzuki Drz THIS CAR | 83.1% | 2,036 | 5,660 mi | 26 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 |
| Jeep Patriot Sport+ Crd | 69.7% | 2,005 | 69,044 mi | 16 yrs |
Compared to the Suzuki Swift (76.1% pass rate) and the Suzuki Alto (74.0% pass rate), the Suzuki Drz outperforms both on MOT reliability.
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Check a specific Suzuki DrzShould you buy a used Suzuki Drz?
The Suzuki Drz has an overall MOT pass rate of 83.1% across 2,036 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 Drz are stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (35 recorded failures), reflector on motorcycle missing (30), and tyre is unsuitable (21). 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 Drz owner drives around 404 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 Drz models stay on UK roads for around 26 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.