Suzuki GN250 Reliability, MOT Pass Rate & Common Faults
Free Suzuki GN250 car check
Is the Suzuki GN250 reliable? We analysed 8,545 real MOT tests across 956 vehicles to find out.
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The Suzuki GN250 is above 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 roller brake test indicates a binding brake. Here's everything you need to know before buying a used Suzuki GN250.
Suzuki GN250 Number Plates
Number plates registered to a Suzuki GN250. Click on any registration for full vehicle details — including MOT history, mileage records, previous owners and damage history.
Suzuki GN250 MOT Pass Rate by Year
How likely is a Suzuki GN250 to pass its MOT? Here's the pass rate for each registration year, newest first.
Suzuki GN250 Problems — What Goes Wrong?
The most common reasons a Suzuki GN250 fails its MOT, ranked by how often they occur. Check for these problems before you buy.
Suzuki GN250 Mileage — What's Normal?
How many miles does a typical Suzuki GN250 owner drive per year? Use this to check if a car you're looking at has suspiciously low or high mileage.
Suzuki GN250 MOT Data by Registration Year
Full breakdown of pass rate and mileage for each year. Use this to compare the Suzuki GN250 year you're looking at.
| Year | Tests | Pass Rate | Low Mi. | Typical Mi. | High Mi. |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2000 | 66 | 89.4% | 16,879 | 25,318 | 50,732 |
| 1999 | 71 | 87.3% | 9,195 | 18,000 | 28,554 |
| 1998 | 139 | 87.8% | 8,096 | 12,076 | 21,602 |
| 1997 | 460 | 86.7% | 10,262 | 17,250 | 23,917 |
| 1996 | 1,323 | 82.2% | 13,723 | 21,484 | 29,501 |
| 1995 | 787 | 81.4% | 12,126 | 18,996 | 27,633 |
| 1994 | 1,127 | 83.9% | 13,468 | 21,492 | 31,440 |
| 1993 | 1,007 | 78.8% | 12,053 | 18,139 | 27,474 |
| 1992 | 1,049 | 80.1% | 17,875 | 24,336 | 32,510 |
| 1991 | 831 | 80.4% | 15,121 | 21,605 | 29,217 |
| 1990 | 556 | 80.9% | 14,527 | 20,932 | 36,447 |
| 1989 | 443 | 81.0% | 17,578 | 27,272 | 34,349 |
| 1988 | 273 | 82.1% | 18,154 | 24,656 | 37,769 |
| 1987 | 248 | 83.5% | 16,680 | 25,519 | 35,277 |
How Long Does a Suzuki GN250 Last?
Based on 956 Suzuki GN250 vehicles on UK roads.
Suzuki GN250 Mileage Distribution
Total mileage recorded across all Suzuki GN250 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 GN250
Based on MOT pass rates across all registration years with sufficient test data.
89.4% MOT pass rate from 66 tests
78.8% MOT pass rate from 1,007 tests
The best year to buy a used Suzuki GN250 is 2000, which has the highest MOT pass rate at 89.4% across 66 tests. The 1993 model year has the lowest pass rate at 78.8% — if you're looking at one from that year, budget for potential repairs and get a thorough pre-purchase inspection.
How Does the Suzuki GN250 Compare?
MOT pass rates compared to similar models. Click any model for the full breakdown.
| Model | Pass Rate | Tests | Typical Mileage | Lifespan |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Suzuki GN250 THIS CAR | 81.8% | 8,545 | 21,393 mi | 39 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 |
| Audi Q3 Sport 35 TDI S-a | 91.7% | 3,111 | 36,653 mi | — yrs |
Compared to the Suzuki Swift (76.1% pass rate) and the Suzuki Alto (74.0% pass rate), the Suzuki GN250 outperforms both on MOT reliability.
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Check a specific Suzuki GN250Should you buy a used Suzuki GN250?
The Suzuki GN250 has an overall MOT pass rate of 81.8% across 8,545 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 GN250 are stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (145 recorded failures), tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (74), and roller brake test indicates a binding brake (71). 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 GN250 owner drives around 396 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 GN250 models stay on UK roads for around 39 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.