Suzuki X90
Reliability, estimated running costs, and MOT data across 2 model years from 433 MOT tests in 2024.
Avg Pass Rate
71%
Total Tests
433
Highest Pass Rate
1997 (73%)
Years Covered
2
About the Suzuki X90
The Suzuki X90 was MOT tested 433 times in 2024 (DVSA data, retests included) across 2 model years (1996 to 1997), with an average pass rate of 71%. That's 11 points below the average of 82% across all models in our data, so check the year-by-year data carefully before buying. Our records list petrol versions.
Best and Worst Years
Of the years with at least 100 tests, the 1997 model has the highest pass rate at 73% from 309 tests. The 1996 model has the lowest at 69%. With just a 4 point gap, pass rates are similar across these years. Newer cars usually pass more often simply because they are younger.
Mileage Across Years
The oldest model in our data (1996) averages 82,356 miles, while the newest (1997) averages 80,762 miles.
Compared to the Suzuki brand average of 82%, the X90 is 11 points lower, placing it among the less reliable Suzuki models.
Estimated Running Costs
Higher due to low pass rate
Based on 7,400 miles/year, average pump prices of 174.57p petrol and 199.33p diesel (GOV.UK weekly road fuel prices, week of 19 October 2026), and MOT pass rate data. Insurance not included.
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Suzuki X90 by Year
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Questions about the Suzuki X90
Is the Suzuki X90 reliable?
Across its 2 model years in our data (1996 to 1997), the Suzuki X90 averages a 71% MOT pass rate, from 433 tests (DVSA MOT data for tests in 2024, retests included). That's 11 points below the average of 82% across all models in the same data. The 1997 model has the highest pass rate of the years with at least 100 tests, at 73%.
Which year Suzuki X90 has the best MOT pass rate?
Of the years with at least 100 tests, the 1997 Suzuki X90 has the highest MOT pass rate at 73%, while the 1996 model has the lowest at 69%, a 4 point gap. Newer cars usually pass more often simply because they are younger, so compare years of a similar age.
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