Suzuki Ts Reliability, MOT Pass Rate & Common Faults
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Is the Suzuki Ts reliable? We analysed 684 real MOT tests across 122 vehicles to find out.
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The Suzuki Ts is above average for reliability based on real UK MOT data. Common problems include reflector on motorcycle missing, direction indicators not working and stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies. Here's everything you need to know before buying a used Suzuki Ts.
Suzuki Ts Number Plates
Number plates registered to a Suzuki Ts. Click on any registration for full vehicle details — including MOT history, mileage records, previous owners and damage history.
Suzuki Ts MOT Pass Rate by Year
How likely is a Suzuki Ts to pass its MOT? Here's the pass rate for each registration year, newest first.
Suzuki Ts Problems — What Goes Wrong?
The most common reasons a Suzuki Ts fails its MOT, ranked by how often they occur. Check for these problems before you buy.
Suzuki Ts Mileage — What's Normal?
How many miles does a typical Suzuki Ts owner drive per year? Use this to check if a car you're looking at has suspiciously low or high mileage.
Suzuki Ts MOT Data by Registration Year
Full breakdown of pass rate and mileage for each year. Use this to compare the Suzuki Ts year you're looking at.
| Year | Tests | Pass Rate | Low Mi. | Typical Mi. | High Mi. |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1984 | 85 | 82.4% | 3,284 | 12,396 | 17,192 |
| 1980 | 50 | 90.0% | 3,110 | 15,862 | 18,470 |
How Long Does a Suzuki Ts Last?
Based on 122 Suzuki Ts vehicles on UK roads.
Suzuki Ts Mileage Distribution
Total mileage recorded across all Suzuki Ts 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 Ts
Based on MOT pass rates across all registration years with sufficient test data.
90.0% MOT pass rate from 50 tests
82.4% MOT pass rate from 85 tests
The best year to buy a used Suzuki Ts is 1980, which has the highest MOT pass rate at 90.0% across 50 tests. The 1984 model year has the lowest pass rate at 82.4% — if you're looking at one from that year, budget for potential repairs and get a thorough pre-purchase inspection.
How Does the Suzuki Ts Compare?
MOT pass rates compared to similar models. Click any model for the full breakdown.
| Model | Pass Rate | Tests | Typical Mileage | Lifespan |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Suzuki Ts THIS CAR | 78.4% | 684 | 15,177 mi | 46 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 |
| Mazda MX-5 Rf Se-l | 93.8% | 369 | 16,828 mi | — yrs |
Compared to the Suzuki Swift (76.1% pass rate) and the Suzuki Alto (74.0% pass rate), the Suzuki Ts outperforms both on MOT reliability.
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Check a specific Suzuki TsShould you buy a used Suzuki Ts?
The Suzuki Ts has an overall MOT pass rate of 78.4% across 684 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 Ts are reflector on motorcycle missing (20 recorded failures), direction indicators not working (13), and stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (12). 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 Ts owner drives around 138 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 Ts models stay on UK roads for around 46 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.