Suzuki Trike Reliability, MOT Pass Rate & Common Faults
Free Suzuki Trike car check
Is the Suzuki Trike reliable? We analysed 2,292 real MOT tests across 217 vehicles to find out.
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The Suzuki Trike is above average for reliability based on real UK MOT data. Common problems include position lamp(s) not working, stop lamp not working and reflector missing. Here's everything you need to know before buying a used Suzuki Trike.
Suzuki Trike Number Plates
Number plates registered to a Suzuki Trike. Click on any registration for full vehicle details — including MOT history, mileage records, previous owners and damage history.
Suzuki Trike MOT Pass Rate by Year
How likely is a Suzuki Trike to pass its MOT? Here's the pass rate for each registration year, newest first.
Suzuki Trike Problems — What Goes Wrong?
The most common reasons a Suzuki Trike fails its MOT, ranked by how often they occur. Check for these problems before you buy.
Suzuki Trike Mileage — What's Normal?
How many miles does a typical Suzuki Trike owner drive per year? Use this to check if a car you're looking at has suspiciously low or high mileage.
Suzuki Trike MOT Data by Registration Year
Full breakdown of pass rate and mileage for each year. Use this to compare the Suzuki Trike year you're looking at.
| Year | Tests | Pass Rate | Low Mi. | Typical Mi. | High Mi. |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2006 | 87 | 81.6% | 7,577 | 11,262 | 16,496 |
| 2003 | 57 | 86.0% | 3,364 | 4,708 | 15,996 |
| 2002 | 52 | 73.1% | 26,565 | 37,906 | 46,170 |
| 2000 | 79 | 84.8% | 19,962 | 25,542 | 37,592 |
| 1999 | 71 | 81.7% | 13,366 | 16,782 | 26,307 |
| 1998 | 53 | 79.2% | 22,400 | 27,028 | 59,643 |
| 1997 | 71 | 78.9% | 11,474 | 18,760 | 32,076 |
| 1996 | 138 | 86.2% | 11,551 | 22,735 | 37,923 |
| 1995 | 166 | 84.9% | 6,160 | 13,072 | 24,443 |
| 1994 | 178 | 75.8% | 8,668 | 25,154 | 51,028 |
| 1993 | 86 | 82.6% | 13,886 | 21,227 | 35,746 |
| 1992 | 164 | 84.1% | 10,376 | 23,608 | 30,228 |
| 1991 | 63 | 84.1% | 2,960 | 12,100 | 44,363 |
| 1989 | 52 | 78.8% | 1,683 | 13,454 | 66,136 |
| 1988 | 91 | 78.0% | 26,986 | 30,845 | 46,657 |
| 1987 | 61 | 85.2% | 29,082 | 33,918 | 46,438 |
| 1983 | 79 | 84.8% | 1,655 | 18,806 | 27,996 |
| 1982 | 116 | 72.4% | 6,542 | 46,828 | 51,771 |
| 1981 | 77 | 89.6% | 1,661 | 13,646 | 41,622 |
| 1980 | 101 | 86.1% | 27,740 | 39,788 | 47,897 |
How Long Does a Suzuki Trike Last?
Based on 217 Suzuki Trike vehicles on UK roads.
Suzuki Trike Mileage Distribution
Total mileage recorded across all Suzuki Trike 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 Trike
Based on MOT pass rates across all registration years with sufficient test data.
89.6% MOT pass rate from 77 tests
72.4% MOT pass rate from 116 tests
The best year to buy a used Suzuki Trike is 1981, which has the highest MOT pass rate at 89.6% across 77 tests. The 1982 model year has the lowest pass rate at 72.4% — if you're looking at one from that year, budget for potential repairs and get a thorough pre-purchase inspection.
How Does the Suzuki Trike Compare?
MOT pass rates compared to similar models. Click any model for the full breakdown.
| Model | Pass Rate | Tests | Typical Mileage | Lifespan |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Suzuki Trike THIS CAR | 81.7% | 2,292 | 22,063 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 |
| Honda Smx | 68.4% | 2,219 | 128,166 mi | 30 yrs |
Compared to the Suzuki Swift (76.1% pass rate) and the Suzuki Alto (74.0% pass rate), the Suzuki Trike outperforms both on MOT reliability.
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Check a specific Suzuki TrikeShould you buy a used Suzuki Trike?
The Suzuki Trike has an overall MOT pass rate of 81.7% across 2,292 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 Trike are position lamp(s) not working (29 recorded failures), stop lamp not working (27), and reflector missing (18). 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 Trike owner drives around 445 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 Trike 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.