Suzuki Liana Reliability, MOT Pass Rate & Common Faults
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Is the Suzuki Liana reliable? We analysed 173,088 real MOT tests across 11,764 vehicles to find out.
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The Suzuki Liana is about average for reliability based on real UK MOT data. Common problems include tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively and constant velocity joint gaiter damaged to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc. Here's everything you need to know before buying a used Suzuki Liana.
Suzuki Liana Number Plates
Number plates registered to a Suzuki Liana. Click on any registration for full vehicle details — including MOT history, mileage records, previous owners and damage history.
Suzuki Liana MOT Pass Rate by Year
How likely is a Suzuki Liana to pass its MOT? Here's the pass rate for each registration year, newest first.
Suzuki Liana Problems — What Goes Wrong?
The most common reasons a Suzuki Liana fails its MOT, ranked by how often they occur. Check for these problems before you buy.
Suzuki Liana Mileage — What's Normal?
How many miles does a typical Suzuki Liana owner drive per year? Use this to check if a car you're looking at has suspiciously low or high mileage.
Suzuki Liana MOT Data by Registration Year
Full breakdown of pass rate and mileage for each year. Use this to compare the Suzuki Liana year you're looking at.
| Year | Tests | Pass Rate | Low Mi. | Typical Mi. | High Mi. |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2008 | 501 | 70.5% | 36,707 | 58,125 | 84,671 |
| 2007 | 11,770 | 73.6% | 36,304 | 56,864 | 81,354 |
| 2006 | 14,922 | 73.3% | 35,992 | 58,144 | 82,060 |
| 2005 | 28,468 | 72.5% | 39,055 | 60,737 | 85,252 |
| 2004 | 37,351 | 73.9% | 40,176 | 62,442 | 87,217 |
| 2003 | 34,923 | 74.0% | 39,108 | 60,179 | 83,522 |
| 2002 | 32,861 | 73.7% | 41,546 | 61,454 | 83,755 |
| 2001 | 12,212 | 74.1% | 45,901 | 65,374 | 86,689 |
How Long Does a Suzuki Liana Last?
Based on 11,764 Suzuki Liana vehicles on UK roads.
Suzuki Liana Mileage Distribution
Total mileage recorded across all Suzuki Liana 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 Liana
Based on MOT pass rates across all registration years with sufficient test data.
74.1% MOT pass rate from 12,212 tests
70.5% MOT pass rate from 501 tests
The best year to buy a used Suzuki Liana is 2001, which has the highest MOT pass rate at 74.1% across 12,212 tests. The 2008 model year has the lowest pass rate at 70.5% — if you're looking at one from that year, budget for potential repairs and get a thorough pre-purchase inspection.
How Does the Suzuki Liana Compare?
MOT pass rates compared to similar models. Click any model for the full breakdown.
| Model | Pass Rate | Tests | Typical Mileage | Lifespan |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Suzuki Liana THIS CAR | 73.6% | 173,088 | 60,970 mi | 25 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 |
| Triumph Sprint | 87.3% | 158,613 | 21,242 mi | 33 yrs |
Compared to the Suzuki Swift (76.1% pass rate) and the Suzuki Alto (74.0% pass rate), the Suzuki Liana trails behind on MOT reliability.
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Check a specific Suzuki LianaShould you buy a used Suzuki Liana?
The Suzuki Liana has an overall MOT pass rate of 73.6% across 173,088 real MOT tests — roughly in line with the UK average.
The most common problems on the Suzuki Liana are tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (9,027 recorded failures), windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (4,766), and constant velocity joint gaiter damaged to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (4,309). 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 Liana owner drives around 5,694 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 Liana models stay on UK roads for around 25 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.