Suzuki Uf Reliability, MOT Pass Rate & Common Faults
Free Suzuki Uf car check
Is the Suzuki Uf reliable? We analysed 930 real MOT tests across 228 vehicles to find out.
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The Suzuki Uf is above average for reliability based on real UK MOT data. Common problems include stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies, brake lever has inadequate reserve travel and headlamp aim too high. Here's everything you need to know before buying a used Suzuki Uf.
Suzuki Uf Number Plates
Number plates registered to a Suzuki Uf. Click on any registration for full vehicle details — including MOT history, mileage records, previous owners and damage history.
Suzuki Uf MOT Pass Rate by Year
How likely is a Suzuki Uf to pass its MOT? Here's the pass rate for each registration year, newest first.
Suzuki Uf Problems — What Goes Wrong?
The most common reasons a Suzuki Uf fails its MOT, ranked by how often they occur. Check for these problems before you buy.
Suzuki Uf Mileage — What's Normal?
How many miles does a typical Suzuki Uf owner drive per year? Use this to check if a car you're looking at has suspiciously low or high mileage.
Suzuki Uf MOT Data by Registration Year
Full breakdown of pass rate and mileage for each year. Use this to compare the Suzuki Uf year you're looking at.
| Year | Tests | Pass Rate | Low Mi. | Typical Mi. | High Mi. |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2002 | 146 | 76.7% | 9,074 | 14,101 | 19,541 |
| 2001 | 494 | 76.5% | 7,339 | 11,900 | 17,906 |
| 2000 | 231 | 75.8% | 6,846 | 12,868 | 20,141 |
How Long Does a Suzuki Uf Last?
Based on 228 Suzuki Uf vehicles on UK roads.
Suzuki Uf Mileage Distribution
Total mileage recorded across all Suzuki Uf 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 Uf
Based on MOT pass rates across all registration years with sufficient test data.
76.7% MOT pass rate from 146 tests
75.8% MOT pass rate from 231 tests
The best year to buy a used Suzuki Uf is 2002, which has the highest MOT pass rate at 76.7% across 146 tests. The 2000 model year has the lowest pass rate at 75.8% — if you're looking at one from that year, budget for potential repairs and get a thorough pre-purchase inspection.
How Does the Suzuki Uf Compare?
MOT pass rates compared to similar models. Click any model for the full breakdown.
| Model | Pass Rate | Tests | Typical Mileage | Lifespan |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Suzuki Uf THIS CAR | 75.9% | 930 | 12,547 mi | 26 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 |
| Ssangyong Musso SE | 61.6% | 1,039 | 104,925 mi | 31 yrs |
Compared to the Suzuki Swift (76.1% pass rate) and the Suzuki Alto (74.0% pass rate), the Suzuki Uf sits in the middle of the pack on MOT reliability.
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Check a specific Suzuki UfShould you buy a used Suzuki Uf?
The Suzuki Uf has an overall MOT pass rate of 75.9% across 930 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 Uf are stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (28 recorded failures), brake lever has inadequate reserve travel (24), and headlamp aim too high (23). 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 Uf owner drives around 1,034 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 Uf models stay on UK roads for around 26 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.