Suzuki GT Reliability, MOT Pass Rate & Common Faults
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Is the Suzuki GT reliable? We analysed 1,324 real MOT tests across 432 vehicles to find out.
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The Suzuki GT is above average for reliability based on real UK MOT data. Common problems include direction indicator not working, roller brake test indicates a binding brake and footrest missing. Here's everything you need to know before buying a used Suzuki GT.
Suzuki GT Number Plates
Number plates registered to a Suzuki GT. Click on any registration for full vehicle details — including MOT history, mileage records, previous owners and damage history.
Suzuki GT MOT Pass Rate by Year
How likely is a Suzuki GT to pass its MOT? Here's the pass rate for each registration year, newest first.
Suzuki GT Problems — What Goes Wrong?
The most common reasons a Suzuki GT fails its MOT, ranked by how often they occur. Check for these problems before you buy.
Suzuki GT Mileage — What's Normal?
How many miles does a typical Suzuki GT owner drive per year? Use this to check if a car you're looking at has suspiciously low or high mileage.
Suzuki GT MOT Data by Registration Year
Full breakdown of pass rate and mileage for each year. Use this to compare the Suzuki GT year you're looking at.
| Year | Tests | Pass Rate | Low Mi. | Typical Mi. | High Mi. |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1977 | 225 | 89.3% | 13,701 | 19,889 | 27,246 |
| 1976 | 267 | 89.9% | 10,991 | 20,758 | 28,805 |
| 1975 | 171 | 90.6% | 12,168 | 17,872 | 24,288 |
| 1974 | 92 | 93.5% | 9,368 | 12,866 | 19,327 |
| 1972 | 79 | 94.9% | 17,574 | 25,416 | 42,844 |
How Long Does a Suzuki GT Last?
Based on 432 Suzuki GT vehicles on UK roads.
Suzuki GT Mileage Distribution
Total mileage recorded across all Suzuki GT 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 GT
Based on MOT pass rates across all registration years with sufficient test data.
94.9% MOT pass rate from 79 tests
89.3% MOT pass rate from 225 tests
The best year to buy a used Suzuki GT is 1972, which has the highest MOT pass rate at 94.9% across 79 tests. The 1977 model year has the lowest pass rate at 89.3% — if you're looking at one from that year, budget for potential repairs and get a thorough pre-purchase inspection.
How Does the Suzuki GT Compare?
MOT pass rates compared to similar models. Click any model for the full breakdown.
| Model | Pass Rate | Tests | Typical Mileage | Lifespan |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Suzuki GT THIS CAR | 91.3% | 1,324 | 18,221 mi | 54 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 Transit Custom 290 Trend E-tec | 83.4% | 1,407 | 101,923 mi | — yrs |
Compared to the Suzuki Swift (76.1% pass rate) and the Suzuki Alto (74.0% pass rate), the Suzuki GT outperforms both on MOT reliability.
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Check a specific Suzuki GTShould you buy a used Suzuki GT?
The Suzuki GT has an overall MOT pass rate of 91.3% across 1,324 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 GT are direction indicator not working (5 recorded failures), roller brake test indicates a binding brake (5), and footrest missing (4). 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 GT owner drives around 208 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 GT models stay on UK roads for around 54 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.