Suzuki Common MOT Problems (2026)
Every Suzuki model ranked by MOT fail rate, with the most common issues identified for each. Based on 727,488 real MOT tests.
Average Suzuki MOT pass rate: 82%
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82%
Avg pass rate
18%
Avg fail rate
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Models tested
Suzuki Models with the Most MOT Problems
Highest average fail rates across all tested years
| # | Model | Fail Rate | Common Issues | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Suzuki Wagon-r+ | 32% | Suspension wear, Structural corrosion, Exhaust deterioration | |
| 2 | Suzuki Liana | 32% | Suspension wear, Structural corrosion, Exhaust deterioration | |
| 3 | Suzuki X90 | 28% | Suspension wear, Structural corrosion, Exhaust deterioration | |
| 4 | Suzuki Super Carry | 28% | Suspension wear, Structural corrosion, Exhaust deterioration | |
| 5 | Suzuki Wagon R | 27% | Suspension wear, Structural corrosion, Exhaust deterioration |
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Lowest average fail rates; the Suzuki models least likely to have MOT problems
All Suzuki Models by Fail Rate
Every Suzuki model and year combination, sorted by fail rate (highest first)
| Model | Year | Pass Rate | Fail Rate | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Wagon-r+ | 1998 | 50% | 50% | |
| Alto | 2001 | 60% | 40% | |
| Alto | 2003 | 62% | 37% | |
| Vitara | 2000 | 63% | 36% | |
| Carry | 1999 | 62% | 36% | |
| Wagon-r+ | 1999 | 62% | 36% | |
| Super Carry | 1997 | 60% | 36% | |
| Baleno | 1999 | 64% | 36% | |
| Liana | 2002 | 65% | 35% | |
| Wagon-r+ | 2000 | 65% | 34% | |
| Liana | 2005 | 65% | 34% | |
| Liana | 2003 | 66% | 34% | |
| Sj413 | 1991 | 66% | 34% | |
| Vitara | 2003 | 66% | 34% | |
| Ignis | 2000 | 66% | 34% | |
| Alto | 2005 | 66% | 33% | |
| Alto | 2004 | 65% | 33% | |
| Alto | 2006 | 66% | 33% | |
| Liana | 2004 | 66% | 33% | |
| Vitara | 2001 | 67% | 33% | |
| Swift | 2005 | 68% | 32% | |
| Wagon-r+ | 2002 | 67% | 32% | |
| Vitara | 1999 | 67% | 32% | |
| Wagon R | 2007 | 67% | 32% | |
| Sj413 | 1993 | 65% | 32% | |
| Swift | 2006 | 67% | 31% | |
| Splash | 2008 | 69% | 31% | |
| Sx4 | 2006 | 68% | 31% | |
| Jimny | 1999 | 67% | 31% | |
| Swift | 2002 | 69% | 31% | |
| Vitara | 2005 | 67% | 31% | |
| Vitara | 2002 | 68% | 31% | |
| X90 | 1996 | 69% | 31% | |
| Vitara | 2011 | 69% | 31% | |
| Swift | 2008 | 69% | 30% | |
| Swift | 2007 | 69% | 30% | |
| Sx4 | 2007 | 69% | 30% | |
| Wagon-r+ | 2003 | 70% | 30% | |
| Ignis | 2005 | 69% | 30% | |
| Ignis | 2004 | 70% | 30% | |
| Carry | 2004 | 68% | 30% | |
| Ignis | 2003 | 70% | 30% | |
| Wagon-r+ | 2001 | 70% | 30% | |
| Ignis | 2002 | 70% | 30% | |
| Splash | 2009 | 70% | 29% | |
| Jimny | 2004 | 70% | 29% | |
| Sx4 | 2009 | 71% | 29% | |
| Grand Vitara | 2006 | 70% | 29% | |
| Grand Vitara | 2003 | 70% | 29% | |
| Ignis | 2006 | 71% | 29% |
Showing top 50 of 282 model/year combinations. View all Suzuki models
Suzuki MOT FAQ
What are the most common MOT problems on Suzuki cars?
The most common MOT problems on Suzuki cars vary by model and age, but typically include lighting defects, suspension wear, brake component deterioration, and tyre condition issues. Older Suzuki diesels are more prone to exhaust and emissions failures. The Wagon-r+ has the highest average fail rate at 32%.
Which Suzuki model is the most reliable?
The most reliable Suzuki model in our data is the Sx4 S-cross Sz-t B-jet Mhev A with an average MOT pass rate of 99%. View all Suzuki models for full reliability data.
What is the average MOT pass rate for Suzuki?
The average MOT pass rate for Suzuki is 82%, based on 727,488 MOT tests across 62 models. This means about 18% of Suzuki cars fail their MOT on the first attempt.
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