Suzuki RG250 Reliability, MOT Pass Rate & Common Faults
Free Suzuki RG250 car check
Is the Suzuki RG250 reliable? We analysed 1,187 real MOT tests across 279 vehicles to find out.
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The Suzuki RG250 is above average for reliability based on real UK MOT data. Common problems include shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil, stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies and reflector on motorcycle missing. Here's everything you need to know before buying a used Suzuki RG250.
Suzuki RG250 Number Plates
Number plates registered to a Suzuki RG250. Click on any registration for full vehicle details — including MOT history, mileage records, previous owners and damage history.
Suzuki RG250 MOT Pass Rate by Year
How likely is a Suzuki RG250 to pass its MOT? Here's the pass rate for each registration year, newest first.
Suzuki RG250 Problems — What Goes Wrong?
The most common reasons a Suzuki RG250 fails its MOT, ranked by how often they occur. Check for these problems before you buy.
Suzuki RG250 Mileage — What's Normal?
How many miles does a typical Suzuki RG250 owner drive per year? Use this to check if a car you're looking at has suspiciously low or high mileage.
Suzuki RG250 MOT Data by Registration Year
Full breakdown of pass rate and mileage for each year. Use this to compare the Suzuki RG250 year you're looking at.
| Year | Tests | Pass Rate | Low Mi. | Typical Mi. | High Mi. |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1996 | 58 | 98.3% | 11,270 | 23,621 | 34,036 |
| 1993 | 51 | 84.3% | 15,693 | 18,545 | 29,410 |
| 1990 | 85 | 84.7% | 3,717 | 14,518 | 20,610 |
| 1988 | 73 | 76.7% | 21,977 | 28,056 | 31,894 |
| 1987 | 105 | 84.8% | 13,980 | 23,035 | 33,070 |
| 1986 | 150 | 83.3% | 10,018 | 15,815 | 24,434 |
| 1985 | 130 | 87.7% | 14,927 | 26,561 | 31,238 |
| 1984 | 101 | 87.1% | 21,829 | 33,058 | 36,592 |
| 1983 | 63 | 95.2% | 10,404 | 19,862 | 25,886 |
How Long Does a Suzuki RG250 Last?
Based on 279 Suzuki RG250 vehicles on UK roads.
Suzuki RG250 Mileage Distribution
Total mileage recorded across all Suzuki RG250 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 RG250
Based on MOT pass rates across all registration years with sufficient test data.
98.3% MOT pass rate from 58 tests
76.7% MOT pass rate from 73 tests
The best year to buy a used Suzuki RG250 is 1996, which has the highest MOT pass rate at 98.3% across 58 tests. The 1988 model year has the lowest pass rate at 76.7% — if you're looking at one from that year, budget for potential repairs and get a thorough pre-purchase inspection.
How Does the Suzuki RG250 Compare?
MOT pass rates compared to similar models. Click any model for the full breakdown.
| Model | Pass Rate | Tests | Typical Mileage | Lifespan |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Suzuki RG250 THIS CAR | 85.8% | 1,187 | 21,248 mi | 43 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 |
| Baotian Bt 49 QT-7 | 69.2% | 393 | 5,375 mi | 21 yrs |
Compared to the Suzuki Swift (76.1% pass rate) and the Suzuki Alto (74.0% pass rate), the Suzuki RG250 outperforms both on MOT reliability.
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Check a specific Suzuki RG250Should you buy a used Suzuki RG250?
The Suzuki RG250 has an overall MOT pass rate of 85.8% across 1,187 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 RG250 are shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (17 recorded failures), stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (15), and reflector on motorcycle missing (11). 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 RG250 owner drives around 150 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 RG250 models stay on UK roads for around 43 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.