Suzuki Quad Reliability, MOT Pass Rate & Common Faults
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Is the Suzuki Quad reliable? We analysed 880 real MOT tests across 103 vehicles to find out.
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The Suzuki Quad is above average for reliability based on real UK MOT data. Common problems include registration plate missing, parking brake: efficiency below requirements and obligatory mirror missing. Here's everything you need to know before buying a used Suzuki Quad.
Suzuki Quad Number Plates
Number plates registered to a Suzuki Quad. Click on any registration for full vehicle details — including MOT history, mileage records, previous owners and damage history.
Suzuki Quad MOT Pass Rate by Year
How likely is a Suzuki Quad to pass its MOT? Here's the pass rate for each registration year, newest first.
Suzuki Quad Problems — What Goes Wrong?
The most common reasons a Suzuki Quad fails its MOT, ranked by how often they occur. Check for these problems before you buy.
Suzuki Quad Mileage — What's Normal?
How many miles does a typical Suzuki Quad owner drive per year? Use this to check if a car you're looking at has suspiciously low or high mileage.
Suzuki Quad MOT Data by Registration Year
Full breakdown of pass rate and mileage for each year. Use this to compare the Suzuki Quad year you're looking at.
| Year | Tests | Pass Rate | Low Mi. | Typical Mi. | High Mi. |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2009 | 60 | 81.7% | 649 | 1,958 | 4,807 |
| 2008 | 113 | 81.4% | 3,274 | 4,886 | 6,311 |
| 2007 | 125 | 88.0% | 1,403 | 3,550 | 9,726 |
| 2006 | 216 | 85.6% | 808 | 3,854 | 7,052 |
| 2005 | 157 | 79.6% | 460 | 2,108 | 4,449 |
| 2004 | 119 | 87.4% | 453 | 1,709 | 4,849 |
How Long Does a Suzuki Quad Last?
Based on 103 Suzuki Quad vehicles on UK roads.
Suzuki Quad Mileage Distribution
Total mileage recorded across all Suzuki Quad 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 Quad
Based on MOT pass rates across all registration years with sufficient test data.
88.0% MOT pass rate from 125 tests
79.6% MOT pass rate from 157 tests
The best year to buy a used Suzuki Quad is 2007, which has the highest MOT pass rate at 88.0% across 125 tests. The 2005 model year has the lowest pass rate at 79.6% — if you're looking at one from that year, budget for potential repairs and get a thorough pre-purchase inspection.
How Does the Suzuki Quad Compare?
MOT pass rates compared to similar models. Click any model for the full breakdown.
| Model | Pass Rate | Tests | Typical Mileage | Lifespan |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Suzuki Quad THIS CAR | 84.2% | 880 | 3,141 mi | 22 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 |
| Kawasaki ZX400 | 75.3% | 693 | 29,390 mi | 32 yrs |
Compared to the Suzuki Swift (76.1% pass rate) and the Suzuki Alto (74.0% pass rate), the Suzuki Quad outperforms both on MOT reliability.
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Check a specific Suzuki QuadShould you buy a used Suzuki Quad?
The Suzuki Quad has an overall MOT pass rate of 84.2% across 880 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 Quad are registration plate missing (19 recorded failures), parking brake: efficiency below requirements (19), and obligatory mirror missing (18). 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 Quad owner drives around 385 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 Quad models stay on UK roads for around 22 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.