Suzuki Sj 413QB Ja Samurai Reliability, MOT Pass Rate & Common Faults
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Is the Suzuki Sj 413QB Ja Samurai reliable? We analysed 581 real MOT tests across 100 vehicles to find out.
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The Suzuki Sj 413QB Ja Samurai is about average for reliability based on real UK MOT data. Common problems include seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded, brake pipe excessively corroded and wheel bearing has excessive play. Here's everything you need to know before buying a used Suzuki Sj 413QB Ja Samurai.
Suzuki Sj 413QB Ja Samurai Number Plates
Number plates registered to a Suzuki Sj 413QB Ja Samurai. Click on any registration for full vehicle details — including MOT history, mileage records, previous owners and damage history.
Suzuki Sj 413QB Ja Samurai MOT Pass Rate by Year
How likely is a Suzuki Sj 413QB Ja Samurai to pass its MOT? Here's the pass rate for each registration year, newest first.
Suzuki Sj 413QB Ja Samurai Problems — What Goes Wrong?
The most common reasons a Suzuki Sj 413QB Ja Samurai fails its MOT, ranked by how often they occur. Check for these problems before you buy.
Suzuki Sj 413QB Ja Samurai Mileage — What's Normal?
How many miles does a typical Suzuki Sj 413QB Ja Samurai owner drive per year? Use this to check if a car you're looking at has suspiciously low or high mileage.
Suzuki Sj 413QB Ja Samurai MOT Data by Registration Year
Full breakdown of pass rate and mileage for each year. Use this to compare the Suzuki Sj 413QB Ja Samurai year you're looking at.
| Year | Tests | Pass Rate | Low Mi. | Typical Mi. | High Mi. |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2000 | 304 | 71.7% | 43,892 | 56,020 | 72,677 |
| 1989 | 129 | 58.1% | 22,039 | 70,593 | 86,751 |
| 1988 | 121 | 62.8% | 60,341 | 73,996 | 82,573 |
Suzuki Sj 413QB Ja Samurai Mileage Distribution
Total mileage recorded across all Suzuki Sj 413QB Ja Samurai 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 Sj 413QB Ja Samurai
Based on MOT pass rates across all registration years with sufficient test data.
71.7% MOT pass rate from 304 tests
58.1% MOT pass rate from 129 tests
The best year to buy a used Suzuki Sj 413QB Ja Samurai is 2000, which has the highest MOT pass rate at 71.7% across 304 tests. The 1989 model year has the lowest pass rate at 58.1% — if you're looking at one from that year, budget for potential repairs and get a thorough pre-purchase inspection.
How Does the Suzuki Sj 413QB Ja Samurai Compare?
MOT pass rates compared to similar models. Click any model for the full breakdown.
| Model | Pass Rate | Tests | Typical Mileage | Lifespan |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Suzuki Sj 413QB Ja Samurai THIS CAR | 65.9% | 581 | 63,963 mi | 38 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 |
| Renault Clio RS Line Bose Edition Tce | 88.8% | 446 | 23,591 mi | — yrs |
Compared to the Suzuki Swift (76.1% pass rate) and the Suzuki Alto (74.0% pass rate), the Suzuki Sj 413QB Ja Samurai trails behind on MOT reliability.
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The Suzuki Sj 413QB Ja Samurai has an overall MOT pass rate of 65.9% across 581 real MOT tests — roughly in line with the UK average.
The most common problems on the Suzuki Sj 413QB Ja Samurai are seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (58 recorded failures), brake pipe excessively corroded (29), and wheel bearing has excessive play (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.
A typical Suzuki Sj 413QB Ja Samurai owner drives around 2,554 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 Sj 413QB Ja Samurai models stay on UK roads for around 38 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.