Suzuki Vz Reliability, MOT Pass Rate & Common Faults
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Is the Suzuki Vz reliable? We analysed 977 real MOT tests across 134 vehicles to find out.
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The Suzuki Vz is above average for reliability based on real UK MOT data. Here's everything you need to know before buying a used Suzuki Vz.
Suzuki Vz Number Plates
Number plates registered to a Suzuki Vz. Click on any registration for full vehicle details — including MOT history, mileage records, previous owners and damage history.
Suzuki Vz MOT Pass Rate by Year
How likely is a Suzuki Vz to pass its MOT? Here's the pass rate for each registration year, newest first.
Suzuki Vz Problems — What Goes Wrong?
The most common reasons a Suzuki Vz fails its MOT, ranked by how often they occur. Check for these problems before you buy.
Suzuki Vz Common Faults & Problems
These are the most common serious faults found on Suzuki Vz models during MOT testing — flagged as dangerous or major failures that need immediate attention.
Suzuki Vz Mileage — What's Normal?
How many miles does a typical Suzuki Vz owner drive per year? Use this to check if a car you're looking at has suspiciously low or high mileage.
Suzuki Vz MOT Data by Registration Year
Full breakdown of pass rate and mileage for each year. Use this to compare the Suzuki Vz year you're looking at.
| Year | Tests | Pass Rate | Low Mi. | Typical Mi. | High Mi. |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2016 | 108 | 90.7% | 3,949 | 6,138 | 16,095 |
| 2015 | 251 | 90.0% | 4,833 | 8,654 | 13,116 |
| 2014 | 267 | 92.1% | 5,757 | 9,069 | 13,018 |
| 2013 | 130 | 90.8% | 5,413 | 10,219 | 13,603 |
How Long Does a Suzuki Vz Last?
Based on 134 Suzuki Vz vehicles on UK roads.
Suzuki Vz Mileage Distribution
Total mileage recorded across all Suzuki Vz 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 Vz
Based on MOT pass rates across all registration years with sufficient test data.
92.1% MOT pass rate from 267 tests
90.0% MOT pass rate from 251 tests
The best year to buy a used Suzuki Vz is 2014, which has the highest MOT pass rate at 92.1% across 267 tests. The 2015 model year has the lowest pass rate at 90.0% — if you're looking at one from that year, budget for potential repairs and get a thorough pre-purchase inspection.
How Does the Suzuki Vz Compare?
MOT pass rates compared to similar models. Click any model for the full breakdown.
| Model | Pass Rate | Tests | Typical Mileage | Lifespan |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Suzuki Vz THIS CAR | 90.2% | 977 | 9,178 mi | 13 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 |
| Ford Mondeo Ghia TDCI 140 | 77% | 599 | 136,165 mi | — yrs |
Compared to the Suzuki Swift (76.1% pass rate) and the Suzuki Alto (74.0% pass rate), the Suzuki Vz outperforms both on MOT reliability.
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Check a specific Suzuki VzShould you buy a used Suzuki Vz?
The Suzuki Vz has an overall MOT pass rate of 90.2% across 977 real MOT tests — comfortably above the UK average, which puts it among the more reliable models on UK roads.
The most common failure point is registration plate with character(s) which are not the correct height with 2 recorded occurrences. Check for this on any test drive or pre-purchase inspection.
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 Vz 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 Vz owner drives around 824 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 Vz models stay on UK roads for around 13 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.