Suzuki X5 Reliability, MOT Pass Rate & Common Faults
Free Suzuki X5 car check
Is the Suzuki X5 reliable? We analysed 659 real MOT tests across 110 vehicles to find out.
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The Suzuki X5 is above average for reliability based on real UK MOT data. Common problems include shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil, horn not working and steering movement excessively 'notchy' with the weight on the lower bearing. Here's everything you need to know before buying a used Suzuki X5.
Suzuki X5 Number Plates
Number plates registered to a Suzuki X5. Click on any registration for full vehicle details — including MOT history, mileage records, previous owners and damage history.
Suzuki X5 MOT Pass Rate by Year
How likely is a Suzuki X5 to pass its MOT? Here's the pass rate for each registration year, newest first.
Suzuki X5 Problems — What Goes Wrong?
The most common reasons a Suzuki X5 fails its MOT, ranked by how often they occur. Check for these problems before you buy.
Suzuki X5 Mileage — What's Normal?
How many miles does a typical Suzuki X5 owner drive per year? Use this to check if a car you're looking at has suspiciously low or high mileage.
Suzuki X5 MOT Data by Registration Year
Full breakdown of pass rate and mileage for each year. Use this to compare the Suzuki X5 year you're looking at.
| Year | Tests | Pass Rate | Low Mi. | Typical Mi. | High Mi. |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1982 | 78 | 96.2% | 23,646 | 33,586 | 39,220 |
| 1981 | 161 | 88.2% | 17,656 | 22,841 | 26,261 |
| 1980 | 245 | 89.0% | 15,866 | 24,460 | 30,722 |
| 1979 | 168 | 84.5% | 13,032 | 17,733 | 32,033 |
How Long Does a Suzuki X5 Last?
Based on 110 Suzuki X5 vehicles on UK roads.
Suzuki X5 Mileage Distribution
Total mileage recorded across all Suzuki X5 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 X5
Based on MOT pass rates across all registration years with sufficient test data.
96.2% MOT pass rate from 78 tests
84.5% MOT pass rate from 168 tests
The best year to buy a used Suzuki X5 is 1982, which has the highest MOT pass rate at 96.2% across 78 tests. The 1979 model year has the lowest pass rate at 84.5% — if you're looking at one from that year, budget for potential repairs and get a thorough pre-purchase inspection.
How Does the Suzuki X5 Compare?
MOT pass rates compared to similar models. Click any model for the full breakdown.
| Model | Pass Rate | Tests | Typical Mileage | Lifespan |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Suzuki X5 THIS CAR | 88.5% | 659 | 23,586 mi | 47 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 |
| Seat Leon First Edition Etsi Evo Sa | 87.9% | 1,129 | 28,304 mi | — yrs |
Compared to the Suzuki Swift (76.1% pass rate) and the Suzuki Alto (74.0% pass rate), the Suzuki X5 outperforms both on MOT reliability.
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Check a specific Suzuki X5Should you buy a used Suzuki X5?
The Suzuki X5 has an overall MOT pass rate of 88.5% across 659 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 X5 are shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (6 recorded failures), horn not working (5), and steering movement excessively 'notchy' with the weight on the lower bearing (4). 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 X5 owner drives around 176 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 X5 models stay on UK roads for around 47 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.