Suzuki SB200 Reliability, MOT Pass Rate & Common Faults
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Is the Suzuki SB200 reliable? We analysed 630 real MOT tests across 127 vehicles to find out.
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The Suzuki SB200 is above average for reliability based on real UK MOT data. Common problems include tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm, steering headbearing has excessive free play and direction indicator affected by the operation of another lamp. Here's everything you need to know before buying a used Suzuki SB200.
Suzuki SB200 Number Plates
Number plates registered to a Suzuki SB200. Click on any registration for full vehicle details — including MOT history, mileage records, previous owners and damage history.
Suzuki SB200 MOT Pass Rate by Year
How likely is a Suzuki SB200 to pass its MOT? Here's the pass rate for each registration year, newest first.
Suzuki SB200 Problems — What Goes Wrong?
The most common reasons a Suzuki SB200 fails its MOT, ranked by how often they occur. Check for these problems before you buy.
Suzuki SB200 Mileage — What's Normal?
How many miles does a typical Suzuki SB200 owner drive per year? Use this to check if a car you're looking at has suspiciously low or high mileage.
Suzuki SB200 MOT Data by Registration Year
Full breakdown of pass rate and mileage for each year. Use this to compare the Suzuki SB200 year you're looking at.
| Year | Tests | Pass Rate | Low Mi. | Typical Mi. | High Mi. |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1982 | 106 | 85.8% | 9,221 | 12,048 | 24,289 |
| 1981 | 203 | 84.7% | 9,818 | 19,297 | 29,822 |
| 1980 | 125 | 90.4% | 11,952 | 18,703 | 25,128 |
| 1979 | 105 | 81.9% | 10,564 | 18,220 | 27,854 |
How Long Does a Suzuki SB200 Last?
Based on 127 Suzuki SB200 vehicles on UK roads.
Suzuki SB200 Mileage Distribution
Total mileage recorded across all Suzuki SB200 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 SB200
Based on MOT pass rates across all registration years with sufficient test data.
90.4% MOT pass rate from 125 tests
81.9% MOT pass rate from 105 tests
The best year to buy a used Suzuki SB200 is 1980, which has the highest MOT pass rate at 90.4% across 125 tests. The 1979 model year has the lowest pass rate at 81.9% — if you're looking at one from that year, budget for potential repairs and get a thorough pre-purchase inspection.
How Does the Suzuki SB200 Compare?
MOT pass rates compared to similar models. Click any model for the full breakdown.
| Model | Pass Rate | Tests | Typical Mileage | Lifespan |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Suzuki SB200 THIS CAR | 86.3% | 630 | 18,470 mi | 47 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 |
| Vauxhall Crossland SE Turbo | 89.2% | 1,067 | 36,749 mi | — yrs |
Compared to the Suzuki Swift (76.1% pass rate) and the Suzuki Alto (74.0% pass rate), the Suzuki SB200 outperforms both on MOT reliability.
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Check a specific Suzuki SB200Should you buy a used Suzuki SB200?
The Suzuki SB200 has an overall MOT pass rate of 86.3% across 630 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 SB200 are tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (6 recorded failures), steering headbearing has excessive free play (4), and direction indicator affected by the operation of another lamp (3). 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 SB200 owner drives around 135 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 SB200 models stay on UK roads for around 47 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.