Suzuki Gw Reliability, MOT Pass Rate & Common Faults
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Is the Suzuki Gw reliable? We analysed 4,765 real MOT tests across 689 vehicles to find out.
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The Suzuki Gw is above average for reliability based on real UK MOT data. Here's everything you need to know before buying a used Suzuki Gw.
Suzuki Gw Number Plates
Number plates registered to a Suzuki Gw. Click on any registration for full vehicle details — including MOT history, mileage records, previous owners and damage history.
Suzuki Gw MOT Pass Rate by Year
How likely is a Suzuki Gw to pass its MOT? Here's the pass rate for each registration year, newest first.
Suzuki Gw Common Faults & Problems
These are the most common serious faults found on Suzuki Gw models during MOT testing — flagged as dangerous or major failures that need immediate attention.
Suzuki Gw Mileage — What's Normal?
How many miles does a typical Suzuki Gw owner drive per year? Use this to check if a car you're looking at has suspiciously low or high mileage.
Suzuki Gw MOT Data by Registration Year
Full breakdown of pass rate and mileage for each year. Use this to compare the Suzuki Gw year you're looking at.
| Year | Tests | Pass Rate | Low Mi. | Typical Mi. | High Mi. |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2016 | 1,396 | 91.6% | 3,522 | 7,400 | 13,714 |
| 2015 | 1,165 | 90.3% | 3,736 | 7,237 | 12,279 |
| 2014 | 1,712 | 90.4% | 3,517 | 7,480 | 13,331 |
| 2013 | 434 | 87.6% | 4,826 | 10,096 | 16,712 |
How Long Does a Suzuki Gw Last?
Based on 689 Suzuki Gw vehicles on UK roads.
Suzuki Gw Mileage Distribution
Total mileage recorded across all Suzuki Gw 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 Gw
Based on MOT pass rates across all registration years with sufficient test data.
91.6% MOT pass rate from 1,396 tests
87.6% MOT pass rate from 434 tests
The best year to buy a used Suzuki Gw is 2016, which has the highest MOT pass rate at 91.6% across 1,396 tests. The 2013 model year has the lowest pass rate at 87.6% — if you're looking at one from that year, budget for potential repairs and get a thorough pre-purchase inspection.
How Does the Suzuki Gw Compare?
MOT pass rates compared to similar models. Click any model for the full breakdown.
| Model | Pass Rate | Tests | Typical Mileage | Lifespan |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Suzuki Gw THIS CAR | 90.4% | 4,765 | 7,652 mi | 13 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 |
| Pontiac Trans Am | 83.1% | 1,959 | 68,268 mi | 48 yrs |
Compared to the Suzuki Swift (76.1% pass rate) and the Suzuki Alto (74.0% pass rate), the Suzuki Gw outperforms both on MOT reliability.
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Check a specific Suzuki GwShould you buy a used Suzuki Gw?
The Suzuki Gw has an overall MOT pass rate of 90.4% across 4,765 real MOT tests — comfortably above the UK average, which puts it among the more reliable models on UK roads.
On the safety side, the most frequently flagged dangerous fault is brake pad(s) less than 1.0 mm thick. Dangerous faults cause an immediate MOT failure and mean the vehicle is not roadworthy until repaired. If you're viewing a Suzuki Gw with an expired or recently passed MOT, ask the seller whether any dangerous faults were found and fixed during the last test.
A typical Suzuki Gw owner drives around 791 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 Gw models stay on UK roads for around 13 years. 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.