Suzuki TS125 Reliability, MOT Pass Rate & Common Faults
Free Suzuki TS125 car check
Is the Suzuki TS125 reliable? We analysed 2,828 real MOT tests across 630 vehicles to find out.
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The Suzuki TS125 is above average for reliability based on real UK MOT data. Common problems include reflector on motorcycle missing, stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies and wheel bearings have excessive free play. Here's everything you need to know before buying a used Suzuki TS125.
Suzuki TS125 Number Plates
Number plates registered to a Suzuki TS125. Click on any registration for full vehicle details — including MOT history, mileage records, previous owners and damage history.
Suzuki TS125 MOT Pass Rate by Year
How likely is a Suzuki TS125 to pass its MOT? Here's the pass rate for each registration year, newest first.
Suzuki TS125 Problems — What Goes Wrong?
The most common reasons a Suzuki TS125 fails its MOT, ranked by how often they occur. Check for these problems before you buy.
Suzuki TS125 Mileage — What's Normal?
How many miles does a typical Suzuki TS125 owner drive per year? Use this to check if a car you're looking at has suspiciously low or high mileage.
Suzuki TS125 MOT Data by Registration Year
Full breakdown of pass rate and mileage for each year. Use this to compare the Suzuki TS125 year you're looking at.
| Year | Tests | Pass Rate | Low Mi. | Typical Mi. | High Mi. |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2005 | 51 | 66.7% | 22,842 | 25,305 | 27,250 |
| 2003 | 138 | 76.1% | 5,438 | 9,751 | 15,722 |
| 2002 | 60 | 85.0% | 4,488 | 8,250 | 10,813 |
| 1997 | 58 | 70.7% | 10,260 | 14,176 | 25,589 |
| 1996 | 208 | 75.0% | 7,668 | 16,028 | 20,154 |
| 1995 | 55 | 70.9% | 4,975 | 20,432 | 26,596 |
| 1994 | 107 | 74.8% | 10,647 | 14,889 | 17,134 |
| 1993 | 101 | 79.2% | 13,193 | 20,112 | 28,805 |
| 1992 | 91 | 76.9% | 16,296 | 18,328 | 26,396 |
| 1991 | 94 | 83.0% | 15,716 | 20,405 | 35,217 |
| 1990 | 184 | 68.5% | 11,874 | 17,927 | 24,570 |
| 1989 | 138 | 68.1% | 10,311 | 16,487 | 24,512 |
| 1987 | 70 | 75.7% | 13,946 | 19,960 | 23,258 |
| 1986 | 101 | 74.3% | 13,473 | 18,890 | 23,809 |
| 1985 | 178 | 74.7% | 9,018 | 16,293 | 24,640 |
| 1984 | 225 | 78.7% | 7,829 | 15,408 | 20,347 |
| 1983 | 111 | 81.1% | 14,956 | 20,796 | 27,549 |
| 1979 | 72 | 83.3% | 6,210 | 11,199 | 19,294 |
| 1978 | 73 | 72.6% | 4,567 | 14,645 | 22,754 |
How Long Does a Suzuki TS125 Last?
Based on 630 Suzuki TS125 vehicles on UK roads.
Suzuki TS125 Mileage Distribution
Total mileage recorded across all Suzuki TS125 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 TS125
Based on MOT pass rates across all registration years with sufficient test data.
85.0% MOT pass rate from 60 tests
66.7% MOT pass rate from 51 tests
The best year to buy a used Suzuki TS125 is 2002, which has the highest MOT pass rate at 85.0% across 60 tests. The 2005 model year has the lowest pass rate at 66.7% — if you're looking at one from that year, budget for potential repairs and get a thorough pre-purchase inspection.
How Does the Suzuki TS125 Compare?
MOT pass rates compared to similar models. Click any model for the full breakdown.
| Model | Pass Rate | Tests | Typical Mileage | Lifespan |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Suzuki TS125 THIS CAR | 76.1% | 2,828 | 16,146 mi | 48 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 |
| Peugeot 107 Active | 90.5% | 3,172 | 45,892 mi | — yrs |
Compared to the Suzuki Swift (76.1% pass rate) and the Suzuki Alto (74.0% pass rate), the Suzuki TS125 sits in the middle of the pack on MOT reliability.
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Check a specific Suzuki TS125Should you buy a used Suzuki TS125?
The Suzuki TS125 has an overall MOT pass rate of 76.1% across 2,828 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 TS125 are reflector on motorcycle missing (69 recorded failures), stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (54), and wheel bearings have excessive free play (40). 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 TS125 owner drives around 245 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 TS125 models stay on UK roads for around 48 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.