Suzuki EN125 Reliability, MOT Pass Rate & Common Faults
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Is the Suzuki EN125 reliable? We analysed 2,117 real MOT tests across 221 vehicles to find out.
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The Suzuki EN125 is about average for reliability based on real UK MOT data. Common problems include stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies, tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm and drive chain excessively loose. Here's everything you need to know before buying a used Suzuki EN125.
Suzuki EN125 Number Plates
Number plates registered to a Suzuki EN125. Click on any registration for full vehicle details — including MOT history, mileage records, previous owners and damage history.
Suzuki EN125 MOT Pass Rate by Year
How likely is a Suzuki EN125 to pass its MOT? Here's the pass rate for each registration year, newest first.
Suzuki EN125 Problems — What Goes Wrong?
The most common reasons a Suzuki EN125 fails its MOT, ranked by how often they occur. Check for these problems before you buy.
Suzuki EN125 Mileage — What's Normal?
How many miles does a typical Suzuki EN125 owner drive per year? Use this to check if a car you're looking at has suspiciously low or high mileage.
Suzuki EN125 MOT Data by Registration Year
Full breakdown of pass rate and mileage for each year. Use this to compare the Suzuki EN125 year you're looking at.
| Year | Tests | Pass Rate | Low Mi. | Typical Mi. | High Mi. |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2008 | 154 | 76.6% | 6,486 | 9,834 | 14,517 |
| 2007 | 313 | 77.3% | 5,494 | 8,894 | 14,554 |
| 2006 | 540 | 72.8% | 4,970 | 11,550 | 17,008 |
| 2005 | 649 | 71.3% | 8,310 | 15,831 | 23,550 |
| 2004 | 357 | 71.7% | 6,066 | 12,475 | 21,803 |
How Long Does a Suzuki EN125 Last?
Based on 221 Suzuki EN125 vehicles on UK roads.
Suzuki EN125 Mileage Distribution
Total mileage recorded across all Suzuki EN125 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 EN125
Based on MOT pass rates across all registration years with sufficient test data.
77.3% MOT pass rate from 313 tests
71.3% MOT pass rate from 649 tests
The best year to buy a used Suzuki EN125 is 2007, which has the highest MOT pass rate at 77.3% across 313 tests. The 2005 model year has the lowest pass rate at 71.3% — if you're looking at one from that year, budget for potential repairs and get a thorough pre-purchase inspection.
How Does the Suzuki EN125 Compare?
MOT pass rates compared to similar models. Click any model for the full breakdown.
| Model | Pass Rate | Tests | Typical Mileage | Lifespan |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Suzuki EN125 THIS CAR | 73.4% | 2,117 | 11,989 mi | 22 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 |
| Jaguar F-pace Rdynamic Hse PHEV AWD A | 89.1% | 1,077 | 28,709 mi | — yrs |
Compared to the Suzuki Swift (76.1% pass rate) and the Suzuki Alto (74.0% pass rate), the Suzuki EN125 trails behind on MOT reliability.
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Check a specific Suzuki EN125Should you buy a used Suzuki EN125?
The Suzuki EN125 has an overall MOT pass rate of 73.4% across 2,117 real MOT tests — roughly in line with the UK average.
The most common problems on the Suzuki EN125 are stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (67 recorded failures), tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (45), and drive chain excessively loose (43). 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 EN125 owner drives around 1,169 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 EN125 models stay on UK roads for around 22 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.