In 2025, 56,633 Suzuki Vitara cars had a regular MOT in Great Britain. 82% passed first time, compared with 79% for all cars of the same ages, which makes the Vitara about average. Adjusted for age, it ranks 81 of the 217 most-tested car models.
That comparison matters: older cars fail more often, so a raw pass rate flatters models that are mostly young. We compare each model against every car on the road at the same age.
Pass rate by age
At 5 years old, 90% of Vitaras passed first time (all cars that age: 86%). By 10 years, that figure is 79% (all cars: 72%). It beats the average car at every age with enough data, from 5 to 10 years.
Suzuki Vitara All cars of that age
| Age | Tests | Vitara passed first time | All cars | Typical mileage |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 5 years | 2,512 | 90% | 86% | 34,000 |
| 6 years | 12,756 | 88% | 84% | 42,001 |
| 7 years | 12,011 | 82% | 81% | 50,209 |
| 8 years | 11,414 | 81% | 78% | 58,273 |
| 9 years | 10,916 | 79% | 75% | 66,265 |
| 10 years | 5,574 | 79% | 72% | 72,795 |
What fails most on a Suzuki Vitara
No single area stands out: the Vitara fails on each part of the test at roughly the rate you would expect. It does comparatively well on suspension and steering.
Share of Vitara tests failing on this area Average car
The six most common failure items
| Failure item | Area | Share of tests |
|---|---|---|
| Tyre tread depth not in accordance with the requirements | Tyres | 4.4% |
| A lamp missing, inoperative or in the case of a multiple light source more than 1/2 not functioning | Lights and electrics | 3.7% |
| Stop lamp missing, inoperative or in the case of a multiple light source more than 1/2 not functioning | Lights and electrics | 2.8% |
| Wiper blade missing or obviously not clearing the windscreen | Visibility | 2.2% |
| A brake lining or pad worn below 1.5mm | Brakes | 1.8% |
| The aim of a headlamp is not within limits laid down in the requirements | Lights and electrics | 1.8% |
What to check when buying a used Vitara
Based on where the Vitara fails more often than other cars, these are the checks worth making before you buy:
- Tyres: Check tread across the whole width (uneven wear hints at alignment or suspension faults), and look for cuts, bulges and mismatched brands. Repair guide
- Visibility: Check the windscreen for chips in the driver’s view, the wipers for smearing and the washers for working jets. Repair guide
- Lights and electrics: Walk round with the lights on: headlights (dipped and main), indicators, brake lights, number-plate and fog lights. Bulbs are cheap, but a seller who hasn’t noticed one out may have missed more. Repair guide
Then check the individual car: its own MOT history will show whether it follows the pattern. A car with repeated advisories in the same weak area is more likely to fail its next test.
Check a specific Vitara
Enter the registration to see its full MOT history, mileage record and reliability score, compared with these figures.
Check a VitaraFrequently asked questions
What is the MOT pass rate for a Suzuki Vitara?
In 2025, 82% of Suzuki Vitara cars passed their MOT first time, across 56,633 tests. Cars of the same ages averaged 79%.
What do Suzuki Vitara cars most often fail their MOT on?
The most common failure items were: tyre tread depth not in accordance with the requirements (4.4% of tests); a lamp missing, inoperative or in the case of a multiple light source more than 1/2 not functioning (3.7% of tests); stop lamp missing, inoperative or in the case of a multiple light source more than 1/2 not functioning (2.8% of tests).
Other Suzuki models
Suzuki Swift (69%), Suzuki Alto (65%), Suzuki SX4 (69%), Suzuki Celerio (83%), Suzuki Jimny (69%), Suzuki Ignis (75%). All Suzuki models
Source: DVSA anonymised MOT tests and results, 2025 (class 4 normal tests; first-time pass means passed with no faults fixed at the test). Contains public sector information licensed under the Open Government Licence v3.0.