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Suzuki LTZ400 Reliability, MOT Pass Rate & Common Faults

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Is the Suzuki LTZ400 reliable? We analysed 1,445 real MOT tests across 166 vehicles to find out.

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Data last updated: · Based on 1,445 real MOT tests
MOT Pass Rate
84.9%
Typical Mileage
2,988mi
Annual Mileage
351mi/yr
Est. Lifespan
23yrs

The Suzuki LTZ400 is above average for reliability based on real UK MOT data. Common problems include parking brake: efficiency below requirements, registration plate missing and direction indicator not working. Here's everything you need to know before buying a used Suzuki LTZ400.

Suzuki LTZ400 Number Plates

Number plates registered to a Suzuki LTZ400. Click on any registration for full vehicle details — including MOT history, mileage records, previous owners and damage history.

Suzuki LTZ400 MOT Pass Rate by Year

How likely is a Suzuki LTZ400 to pass its MOT? Here's the pass rate for each registration year, newest first.

84.3%
2008
85.2%
2007
85.3%
2006
84.3%
2005
84%
2004
84.4%
2003

Suzuki LTZ400 Problems — What Goes Wrong?

The most common reasons a Suzuki LTZ400 fails its MOT, ranked by how often they occur. Check for these problems before you buy.

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 28
registration plate missing 25
Direction indicator not working 24
Obligatory mirror missing 21
wheel bearing has excessive play 20
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 18
reflector missing 17
Stop lamp not working 15
Parking brake efficiency below requirements 14

Suzuki LTZ400 Common Faults & Problems

These are the most common serious faults found on Suzuki LTZ400 models during MOT testing — flagged as dangerous or major failures that need immediate attention.

Parking brake efficiency less than 50% of the required value 20

Suzuki LTZ400 Mileage — What's Normal?

How many miles does a typical Suzuki LTZ400 owner drive per year? Use this to check if a car you're looking at has suspiciously low or high mileage.

Low usage
96 mi/yr
Typical
351 mi/yr
Average
1,284 mi/yr
Heavy usage
883 mi/yr

Suzuki LTZ400 MOT Data by Registration Year

Full breakdown of pass rate and mileage for each year. Use this to compare the Suzuki LTZ400 year you're looking at.

Year Tests Pass Rate Low Mi. Typical Mi. High Mi.
2008 102 84.3% 1,133 2,036 5,318
2007 310 85.2% 1,203 2,500 3,391
2006 360 85.3% 2,120 4,728 9,600
2005 324 84.3% 1,021 3,528 8,306
2004 200 84.0% 306 1,839 5,383
2003 90 84.4% 1,369 3,985 7,560

How Long Does a Suzuki LTZ400 Last?

Based on 166 Suzuki LTZ400 vehicles on UK roads.

Average
14.1 years
Median
15.0 years
Estimated max lifespan
23 years

Suzuki LTZ400 Mileage Distribution

Total mileage recorded across all Suzuki LTZ400 MOT tests. If the car you're looking at is above the 75th percentile, it's done more miles than most.

Median
2,988 mi
75th Percentile
6,614 mi
95th Percentile
14,511 mi
Max Recorded
121,703 mi

Best Year to Buy a Used Suzuki LTZ400

Based on MOT pass rates across all registration years with sufficient test data.

Best year
2006

85.3% MOT pass rate from 360 tests

Year to avoid
2004

84.0% MOT pass rate from 200 tests

The best year to buy a used Suzuki LTZ400 is 2006, which has the highest MOT pass rate at 85.3% across 360 tests. The 2004 model year has the lowest pass rate at 84.0% — if you're looking at one from that year, budget for potential repairs and get a thorough pre-purchase inspection.

How Does the Suzuki LTZ400 Compare?

MOT pass rates compared to similar models. Click any model for the full breakdown.

Model Pass Rate Tests Typical Mileage Lifespan
Suzuki LTZ400 THIS CAR 84.9% 1,445 2,988 mi 23 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
Ducati Hypermotard 950 Sp 89.6% 944 4,288 mi — yrs

Compared to the Suzuki Swift (76.1% pass rate) and the Suzuki Alto (74.0% pass rate), the Suzuki LTZ400 outperforms both on MOT reliability.

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Should you buy a used Suzuki LTZ400?

The Suzuki LTZ400 has an overall MOT pass rate of 84.9% across 1,445 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 LTZ400 are parking brake: efficiency below requirements (28 recorded failures), registration plate missing (25), and direction indicator not working (24). 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.

On the safety side, the most frequently flagged dangerous fault is parking brake efficiency less than 50% of the required value. Dangerous faults cause an immediate MOT failure and mean the vehicle is not roadworthy until repaired. If you're viewing a Suzuki LTZ400 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 LTZ400 owner drives around 351 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 LTZ400 models stay on UK roads for around 23 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.

Suzuki LTZ400 — Frequently Asked Questions

Is the Suzuki LTZ400 reliable?
Based on 1,445 MOT tests, the Suzuki LTZ400 has a 84.9% pass rate — above the UK average, suggesting good reliability.
What are the common problems on a Suzuki LTZ400?
The most common MOT failures are parking brake: efficiency below requirements, registration plate missing, and direction indicator not working. Check these on any test drive.
How many miles does a Suzuki LTZ400 do per year?
The typical Suzuki LTZ400 does around 351 miles per year. Anything significantly above or below this is worth investigating.
How long does a Suzuki LTZ400 last?
Most Suzuki LTZ400 models stay on UK roads for around 23 years based on our analysis of 166 vehicles.
Should I get a vehicle check before buying a Suzuki LTZ400?
Yes. An MOT pass rate tells you about the model in general, but a vehicle history check reveals the specific car's finance, stolen, write-off and mileage history — things the seller may not disclose.
What is the best year to buy a Suzuki LTZ400?
Based on MOT pass rates, the best year to buy a used Suzuki LTZ400 is 2006 with a 85.3% pass rate across 360 tests.