Suzuki Sj 413V Jx Samurai Reliability, MOT Pass Rate & Common Faults
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Is the Suzuki Sj 413V Jx Samurai reliable? We analysed 383 real MOT tests across 104 vehicles to find out.
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The Suzuki Sj 413V Jx Samurai is below average for reliability based on real UK MOT data. Common problems include seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded, body or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings and position lamp(s) not working. Here's everything you need to know before buying a used Suzuki Sj 413V Jx Samurai.
Suzuki Sj 413V Jx Samurai Number Plates
Number plates registered to a Suzuki Sj 413V Jx Samurai. Click on any registration for full vehicle details — including MOT history, mileage records, previous owners and damage history.
Suzuki Sj 413V Jx Samurai MOT Pass Rate by Year
How likely is a Suzuki Sj 413V Jx Samurai to pass its MOT? Here's the pass rate for each registration year, newest first.
Suzuki Sj 413V Jx Samurai Problems — What Goes Wrong?
The most common reasons a Suzuki Sj 413V Jx Samurai fails its MOT, ranked by how often they occur. Check for these problems before you buy.
Suzuki Sj 413V Jx Samurai Mileage — What's Normal?
How many miles does a typical Suzuki Sj 413V Jx Samurai owner drive per year? Use this to check if a car you're looking at has suspiciously low or high mileage.
Suzuki Sj 413V Jx Samurai MOT Data by Registration Year
Full breakdown of pass rate and mileage for each year. Use this to compare the Suzuki Sj 413V Jx Samurai year you're looking at.
| Year | Tests | Pass Rate | Low Mi. | Typical Mi. | High Mi. |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1989 | 97 | 67.0% | 13,954 | 61,018 | 92,094 |
| 1988 | 286 | 64.0% | 30,922 | 64,304 | 86,786 |
How Long Does a Suzuki Sj 413V Jx Samurai Last?
Based on 104 Suzuki Sj 413V Jx Samurai vehicles on UK roads.
Suzuki Sj 413V Jx Samurai Mileage Distribution
Total mileage recorded across all Suzuki Sj 413V Jx 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 413V Jx Samurai
Based on MOT pass rates across all registration years with sufficient test data.
67.0% MOT pass rate from 97 tests
64.0% MOT pass rate from 286 tests
The best year to buy a used Suzuki Sj 413V Jx Samurai is 1989, which has the highest MOT pass rate at 67.0% across 97 tests. The 1988 model year has the lowest pass rate at 64.0% — 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 413V Jx 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 413V Jx Samurai THIS CAR | 64.8% | 383 | 64,109 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 |
| Volkswagen Tr-porter T30 130 TDI LWB | 77.3% | 388 | 146,511 mi | — yrs |
Compared to the Suzuki Swift (76.1% pass rate) and the Suzuki Alto (74.0% pass rate), the Suzuki Sj 413V Jx Samurai trails behind on MOT reliability.
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The Suzuki Sj 413V Jx Samurai has an overall MOT pass rate of 64.8% across 383 real MOT tests — below the UK average, so reliability should be a key concern.
The most common problems on the Suzuki Sj 413V Jx Samurai are seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (65 recorded failures), body or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (28), and position lamp(s) not working (20). 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 413V Jx Samurai owner drives around 1,749 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 413V Jx 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.