Suzuki GT250 Reliability, MOT Pass Rate & Common Faults
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Is the Suzuki GT250 reliable? We analysed 3,081 real MOT tests across 777 vehicles to find out.
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The Suzuki GT250 is above average for reliability based on real UK MOT data. Common problems include shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil, direction indicators not working and position lamp does not illuminate immediately when it is switched on. Here's everything you need to know before buying a used Suzuki GT250.
Suzuki GT250 Number Plates
Number plates registered to a Suzuki GT250. Click on any registration for full vehicle details — including MOT history, mileage records, previous owners and damage history.
Suzuki GT250 MOT Pass Rate by Year
How likely is a Suzuki GT250 to pass its MOT? Here's the pass rate for each registration year, newest first.
Suzuki GT250 Problems — What Goes Wrong?
The most common reasons a Suzuki GT250 fails its MOT, ranked by how often they occur. Check for these problems before you buy.
Suzuki GT250 Mileage — What's Normal?
How many miles does a typical Suzuki GT250 owner drive per year? Use this to check if a car you're looking at has suspiciously low or high mileage.
Suzuki GT250 MOT Data by Registration Year
Full breakdown of pass rate and mileage for each year. Use this to compare the Suzuki GT250 year you're looking at.
| Year | Tests | Pass Rate | Low Mi. | Typical Mi. | High Mi. |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1982 | 96 | 89.6% | 13,806 | 23,646 | 33,293 |
| 1981 | 163 | 82.2% | 14,694 | 20,513 | 27,607 |
| 1980 | 239 | 85.4% | 13,180 | 21,006 | 30,430 |
| 1979 | 496 | 87.5% | 11,002 | 21,020 | 28,020 |
| 1978 | 465 | 86.7% | 12,073 | 18,879 | 24,934 |
| 1977 | 341 | 84.2% | 12,708 | 20,333 | 25,905 |
| 1976 | 400 | 85.5% | 8,888 | 15,761 | 21,891 |
| 1975 | 311 | 91.0% | 13,914 | 21,898 | 31,490 |
| 1974 | 142 | 87.3% | 7,648 | 18,696 | 25,831 |
| 1973 | 150 | 86.0% | 11,981 | 19,380 | 22,690 |
How Long Does a Suzuki GT250 Last?
Based on 777 Suzuki GT250 vehicles on UK roads.
Suzuki GT250 Mileage Distribution
Total mileage recorded across all Suzuki GT250 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 GT250
Based on MOT pass rates across all registration years with sufficient test data.
91.0% MOT pass rate from 311 tests
82.2% MOT pass rate from 163 tests
The best year to buy a used Suzuki GT250 is 1975, which has the highest MOT pass rate at 91.0% across 311 tests. The 1981 model year has the lowest pass rate at 82.2% — if you're looking at one from that year, budget for potential repairs and get a thorough pre-purchase inspection.
How Does the Suzuki GT250 Compare?
MOT pass rates compared to similar models. Click any model for the full breakdown.
| Model | Pass Rate | Tests | Typical Mileage | Lifespan |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Suzuki GT250 THIS CAR | 86.9% | 3,081 | 19,324 mi | 53 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 |
| Alexander Dennis Unknown | 87.7% | 1,796 | 144,160 mi | 21 yrs |
Compared to the Suzuki Swift (76.1% pass rate) and the Suzuki Alto (74.0% pass rate), the Suzuki GT250 outperforms both on MOT reliability.
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Check a specific Suzuki GT250Should you buy a used Suzuki GT250?
The Suzuki GT250 has an overall MOT pass rate of 86.9% across 3,081 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 GT250 are shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (18 recorded failures), direction indicators not working (15), and position lamp does not illuminate immediately when it is switched on (13). 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 GT250 owner drives around 134 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 GT250 models stay on UK roads for around 53 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.