Suzuki Rm Reliability, MOT Pass Rate & Common Faults
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Is the Suzuki Rm reliable? We analysed 527 real MOT tests across 166 vehicles to find out.
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The Suzuki Rm is above average for reliability based on real UK MOT data. Common problems include tyre is unsuitable, wheel bearings have excessive free play and reflector on motorcycle missing. Here's everything you need to know before buying a used Suzuki Rm.
Suzuki Rm Number Plates
Number plates registered to a Suzuki Rm. Click on any registration for full vehicle details — including MOT history, mileage records, previous owners and damage history.
Suzuki Rm MOT Pass Rate by Year
How likely is a Suzuki Rm to pass its MOT? Here's the pass rate for each registration year, newest first.
Suzuki Rm Problems — What Goes Wrong?
The most common reasons a Suzuki Rm fails its MOT, ranked by how often they occur. Check for these problems before you buy.
Suzuki Rm MOT Data by Registration Year
Full breakdown of pass rate and mileage for each year. Use this to compare the Suzuki Rm year you're looking at.
| Year | Tests | Pass Rate | Low Mi. | Typical Mi. | High Mi. |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2005 | 56 | 87.5% | 10 | 10 | 10 |
How Long Does a Suzuki Rm Last?
Based on 166 Suzuki Rm vehicles on UK roads.
Suzuki Rm Mileage Distribution
Total mileage recorded across all Suzuki Rm 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 Rm
Based on MOT pass rates across all registration years with sufficient test data.
87.5% MOT pass rate from 56 tests
The best year to buy a used Suzuki Rm is 2005, which has the highest MOT pass rate at 87.5% across 56 tests.
How Does the Suzuki Rm Compare?
MOT pass rates compared to similar models. Click any model for the full breakdown.
| Model | Pass Rate | Tests | Typical Mileage | Lifespan |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Suzuki Rm THIS CAR | 86.1% | 527 | 3,762 mi | 21 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 |
| Mitsubishi Shogun Sport Equippe Td | 72.6% | 583 | 120,933 mi | — yrs |
Compared to the Suzuki Swift (76.1% pass rate) and the Suzuki Alto (74.0% pass rate), the Suzuki Rm outperforms both on MOT reliability.
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Check a specific Suzuki RmShould you buy a used Suzuki Rm?
The Suzuki Rm has an overall MOT pass rate of 86.1% across 527 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 Rm are tyre is unsuitable (6 recorded failures), wheel bearings have excessive free play (5), and reflector on motorcycle missing (5). 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.
In terms of longevity, most Suzuki Rm models stay on UK roads for around 21 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.