Suzuki TU250X Reliability, MOT Pass Rate & Common Faults
Free Suzuki TU250X car check
Is the Suzuki TU250X reliable? We analysed 3,740 real MOT tests across 334 vehicles to find out.
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The Suzuki TU250X is above average for reliability based on real UK MOT data. Common problems include roller brake test indicates a binding brake, tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm and brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick. Here's everything you need to know before buying a used Suzuki TU250X.
Suzuki TU250X Number Plates
Number plates registered to a Suzuki TU250X. Click on any registration for full vehicle details — including MOT history, mileage records, previous owners and damage history.
Suzuki TU250X MOT Pass Rate by Year
How likely is a Suzuki TU250X to pass its MOT? Here's the pass rate for each registration year, newest first.
Suzuki TU250X Problems — What Goes Wrong?
The most common reasons a Suzuki TU250X fails its MOT, ranked by how often they occur. Check for these problems before you buy.
Suzuki TU250X Mileage — What's Normal?
How many miles does a typical Suzuki TU250X owner drive per year? Use this to check if a car you're looking at has suspiciously low or high mileage.
Suzuki TU250X MOT Data by Registration Year
Full breakdown of pass rate and mileage for each year. Use this to compare the Suzuki TU250X year you're looking at.
| Year | Tests | Pass Rate | Low Mi. | Typical Mi. | High Mi. |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2000 | 449 | 87.5% | 5,978 | 10,627 | 17,269 |
| 1999 | 789 | 86.9% | 10,080 | 14,384 | 23,399 |
| 1998 | 1,322 | 84.8% | 7,577 | 13,668 | 21,734 |
| 1997 | 1,046 | 83.6% | 8,448 | 15,362 | 23,592 |
How Long Does a Suzuki TU250X Last?
Based on 334 Suzuki TU250X vehicles on UK roads.
Suzuki TU250X Mileage Distribution
Total mileage recorded across all Suzuki TU250X 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 TU250X
Based on MOT pass rates across all registration years with sufficient test data.
87.5% MOT pass rate from 449 tests
83.6% MOT pass rate from 1,046 tests
The best year to buy a used Suzuki TU250X is 2000, which has the highest MOT pass rate at 87.5% across 449 tests. The 1997 model year has the lowest pass rate at 83.6% — if you're looking at one from that year, budget for potential repairs and get a thorough pre-purchase inspection.
How Does the Suzuki TU250X Compare?
MOT pass rates compared to similar models. Click any model for the full breakdown.
| Model | Pass Rate | Tests | Typical Mileage | Lifespan |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Suzuki TU250X THIS CAR | 85.3% | 3,740 | 13,909 mi | 29 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 |
| Proton 1.5 Gls | 69% | 7,164 | 73,966 mi | 37 yrs |
Compared to the Suzuki Swift (76.1% pass rate) and the Suzuki Alto (74.0% pass rate), the Suzuki TU250X outperforms both on MOT reliability.
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Check a specific Suzuki TU250XShould you buy a used Suzuki TU250X?
The Suzuki TU250X has an overall MOT pass rate of 85.3% across 3,740 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 TU250X are roller brake test indicates a binding brake (32 recorded failures), tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (26), and brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (25). 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 TU250X owner drives around 363 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 TU250X models stay on UK roads for around 29 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.