Suzuki TS250 Reliability, MOT Pass Rate & Common Faults
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Is the Suzuki TS250 reliable? We analysed 1,992 real MOT tests across 466 vehicles to find out.
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The Suzuki TS250 is above average for reliability based on real UK MOT data. Common problems include horn not working, stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies and position lamp does not illuminate immediately when it is switched on. Here's everything you need to know before buying a used Suzuki TS250.
Suzuki TS250 Number Plates
Number plates registered to a Suzuki TS250. Click on any registration for full vehicle details — including MOT history, mileage records, previous owners and damage history.
Suzuki TS250 MOT Pass Rate by Year
How likely is a Suzuki TS250 to pass its MOT? Here's the pass rate for each registration year, newest first.
Suzuki TS250 Problems — What Goes Wrong?
The most common reasons a Suzuki TS250 fails its MOT, ranked by how often they occur. Check for these problems before you buy.
Suzuki TS250 Mileage — What's Normal?
How many miles does a typical Suzuki TS250 owner drive per year? Use this to check if a car you're looking at has suspiciously low or high mileage.
Suzuki TS250 MOT Data by Registration Year
Full breakdown of pass rate and mileage for each year. Use this to compare the Suzuki TS250 year you're looking at.
| Year | Tests | Pass Rate | Low Mi. | Typical Mi. | High Mi. |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1987 | 52 | 88.5% | 17,241 | 19,736 | 37,148 |
| 1986 | 56 | 80.4% | 12,617 | 16,816 | 20,000 |
| 1982 | 184 | 88.6% | 10,563 | 17,381 | 25,306 |
| 1981 | 249 | 84.3% | 9,045 | 15,194 | 18,124 |
| 1980 | 230 | 83.9% | 8,940 | 16,471 | 19,892 |
| 1979 | 242 | 83.1% | 8,029 | 14,502 | 20,600 |
| 1978 | 82 | 84.1% | 614 | 8,584 | 16,322 |
| 1977 | 127 | 86.6% | 2,816 | 9,181 | 23,820 |
| 1976 | 83 | 84.3% | 9,682 | 15,600 | 23,722 |
| 1975 | 71 | 85.9% | 2,320 | 6,444 | 15,297 |
| 1974 | 61 | 83.6% | 6,996 | 13,866 | 21,663 |
How Long Does a Suzuki TS250 Last?
Based on 466 Suzuki TS250 vehicles on UK roads.
Suzuki TS250 Mileage Distribution
Total mileage recorded across all Suzuki TS250 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 TS250
Based on MOT pass rates across all registration years with sufficient test data.
88.6% MOT pass rate from 184 tests
80.4% MOT pass rate from 56 tests
The best year to buy a used Suzuki TS250 is 1982, which has the highest MOT pass rate at 88.6% across 184 tests. The 1986 model year has the lowest pass rate at 80.4% — if you're looking at one from that year, budget for potential repairs and get a thorough pre-purchase inspection.
How Does the Suzuki TS250 Compare?
MOT pass rates compared to similar models. Click any model for the full breakdown.
| Model | Pass Rate | Tests | Typical Mileage | Lifespan |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Suzuki TS250 THIS CAR | 85.3% | 1,992 | 13,701 mi | 52 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 Nss 350 A-m | 95% | 858 | 6,768 mi | — yrs |
Compared to the Suzuki Swift (76.1% pass rate) and the Suzuki Alto (74.0% pass rate), the Suzuki TS250 outperforms both on MOT reliability.
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Check a specific Suzuki TS250Should you buy a used Suzuki TS250?
The Suzuki TS250 has an overall MOT pass rate of 85.3% across 1,992 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 TS250 are horn not working (32 recorded failures), stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (32), and position lamp does not illuminate immediately when it is switched on (19). 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 TS250 owner drives around 127 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 TS250 models stay on UK roads for around 52 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.