Suzuki Uk Reliability, MOT Pass Rate & Common Faults
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Is the Suzuki Uk reliable? We analysed 3,469 real MOT tests across 582 vehicles to find out.
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The Suzuki Uk is above average for reliability based on real UK MOT data. Here's everything you need to know before buying a used Suzuki Uk.
Suzuki Uk Number Plates
Number plates registered to a Suzuki Uk. Click on any registration for full vehicle details — including MOT history, mileage records, previous owners and damage history.
Suzuki Uk MOT Pass Rate by Year
How likely is a Suzuki Uk to pass its MOT? Here's the pass rate for each registration year, newest first.
Suzuki Uk Common Faults & Problems
These are the most common serious faults found on Suzuki Uk models during MOT testing — flagged as dangerous or major failures that need immediate attention.
Suzuki Uk Mileage — What's Normal?
How many miles does a typical Suzuki Uk owner drive per year? Use this to check if a car you're looking at has suspiciously low or high mileage.
Suzuki Uk MOT Data by Registration Year
Full breakdown of pass rate and mileage for each year. Use this to compare the Suzuki Uk year you're looking at.
| Year | Tests | Pass Rate | Low Mi. | Typical Mi. | High Mi. |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2016 | 1,219 | 85.7% | 4,791 | 10,044 | 17,875 |
| 2015 | 2,200 | 83.9% | 4,883 | 10,174 | 19,622 |
How Long Does a Suzuki Uk Last?
Based on 582 Suzuki Uk vehicles on UK roads.
Suzuki Uk Mileage Distribution
Total mileage recorded across all Suzuki Uk 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 Uk
Based on MOT pass rates across all registration years with sufficient test data.
85.7% MOT pass rate from 1,219 tests
83.9% MOT pass rate from 2,200 tests
The best year to buy a used Suzuki Uk is 2016, which has the highest MOT pass rate at 85.7% across 1,219 tests. The 2015 model year has the lowest pass rate at 83.9% — if you're looking at one from that year, budget for potential repairs and get a thorough pre-purchase inspection.
How Does the Suzuki Uk Compare?
MOT pass rates compared to similar models. Click any model for the full breakdown.
| Model | Pass Rate | Tests | Typical Mileage | Lifespan |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Suzuki Uk THIS CAR | 84.4% | 3,469 | 10,209 mi | 11 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 |
| Toyota Aygo X Exclusive Vvt-i Auto | 93.9% | 1,495 | 12,531 mi | — yrs |
Compared to the Suzuki Swift (76.1% pass rate) and the Suzuki Alto (74.0% pass rate), the Suzuki Uk outperforms both on MOT reliability.
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Check a specific Suzuki UkShould you buy a used Suzuki Uk?
The Suzuki Uk has an overall MOT pass rate of 84.4% across 3,469 real MOT tests — comfortably above the UK average, which puts it among the more reliable models on UK roads.
On the safety side, the most frequently flagged dangerous fault is tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm. Dangerous faults cause an immediate MOT failure and mean the vehicle is not roadworthy until repaired. If you're viewing a Suzuki Uk with an expired or recently passed MOT, ask the seller whether any dangerous faults were found and fixed during the last test.
A typical Suzuki Uk owner drives around 1,271 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 Uk models stay on UK roads for around 11 years. 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.