Suzuki An650 MOT Pass Rate
Overall pass rate across all manufacture years, based on 5,453 real MOT test results. Failure rate: 16.7%.
Data from official DVSA MOT testing records
Suzuki An650 MOT Reliability Overview
The Suzuki An650 is a less common vehicle in the UK, with 5,453 MOT test results recorded in our database spanning 12 manufacture years. It has an overall MOT pass rate of 83.3% and a failure rate of 16.7%, which is well above the UK average of approximately 37%.
Based on this data, the Suzuki An650 earns a "Excellent" reliability rating. The average Suzuki An650 presents for MOT with approximately 20,330 miles on the clock. Manufacture year matters: 2014 models achieve the highest pass rate at 92.2%, while 2005 models have the lowest at 81.0%. This 11.2 percentage point difference suggests notable variation in build quality or component durability across production years.
The most common MOT failure for the Suzuki An650 is Motorcycle brakes, affecting 16.8% of all tests. Brake-related failures include worn brake pads, corroded brake discs, leaking brake lines, and faulty brake servos. These are safety-critical components — any brake deficiency will result in an MOT fail. The second most common issue is Motorcycle tyres and wheels at 5.3%. Motorcycle steering and suspension rounds out the top three at 3.4%. Together, these top 3 failure categories account for a significant portion of all MOT failures for this model.
Top failures across all manufacture years combined. Individual year pages may show different top failures.
What Fails Most
Best Year to Buy
📈 How Each Vintage Ages
📉 How Age Affects Reliability
MOT failure rate by vehicle age for the Suzuki An650. The dashed red line marks when the manufacturer warranty typically expires (3 years).
Line chart showing MOT failure rate by vehicle age from 3 to 19 years, with warranty expiry marked at 3 years.
💡 What does the warranty cliff mean?
The Suzuki An650 sees a significant jump in MOT failures after the warranty period. Failure rate increases by 58% once warranty cover ends. Budget for increased maintenance costs from year 4 onwards. Peak failure occurs at age 10 (22.1% fail rate).
Note: pass rates may improve for very old vehicles due to survivorship bias — only well-maintained cars remain on the road.
Pass Rate by Manufacture Year
* High Fail Rate badge indicates an MOT pass rate below 65% (failure rate above 35%).
What Fails on This Car?
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| Rank | Failure Category | Rate (%) | Count |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Motorcycle Brakes | 19.4% | 1,059 |
| 2 | Motorcycle Tyres And Wheels | 5.6% | 307 |
| 3 | Motorcycle Steering And Suspension | 3.9% | 211 |
| 4 | Motorcycle Lighting And Signalling | 3.2% | 176 |
| 5 | Motorcycle Tyres | 2.1% | 114 |
| 6 | Motorcycle Lamps And Reflectors | 2.0% | 107 |
| 7 | Motorcycle Suspension | 1.3% | 70 |
| 8 | Motorcycle Fuel And Exhaust | 0.5% | 25 |
| 9 | Motorcycle Structure And Attachments | 0.4% | 23 |
| 10 | Motorcycle Reg Plates And Vin | 0.2% | 11 |
| 11 | Motorcycle Body And Structure | 0.1% | 7 |
| 12 | Motorcycle Steering | 0.1% | 6 |
| 13 | Identification Of The Vehicle | 0.1% | 4 |
| 14 | Motorcycle Audible Warning (Horn) | 0.1% | 4 |
| 15 | Motorcycle Wheels | 0.1% | 3 |
Failures per 10,000 Miles
avg. 20,330 miFor every 10,000 miles driven, this shows what percentage of MOT tests fail for each category. This accounts for how far cars are actually driven, not just raw pass/fail counts.
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| Category | Rate / 10K mi | Raw % | Count |
|---|---|---|---|
| Motorcycle brakes | 9.55 | 19.4% | 1,059 |
| Motorcycle tyres and wheels | 2.77 | 5.6% | 307 |
| Motorcycle steering and suspension | 1.90 | 3.9% | 211 |
| Motorcycle lighting and signalling | 1.59 | 3.2% | 176 |
| Motorcycle tyres | 1.03 | 2.1% | 114 |
| Motorcycle lamps and reflectors | 0.97 | 2.0% | 107 |
| Motorcycle suspension | 0.63 | 1.3% | 70 |
| Motorcycle fuel and exhaust | 0.23 | 0.5% | 25 |
| Motorcycle structure and attachments | 0.21 | 0.4% | 23 |
| Motorcycle reg plates and vin | 0.10 | 0.2% | 11 |
| Motorcycle body and structure | 0.06 | 0.1% | 7 |
| Motorcycle steering | 0.05 | 0.1% | 6 |
| Identification of the vehicle | 0.04 | 0.1% | 4 |
| Motorcycle audible warning (Horn) | 0.04 | 0.1% | 4 |
| Motorcycle wheels | 0.03 | 0.1% | 3 |
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Mileage at MOT
The average Suzuki An650 has 20,330 miles when tested for MOT.
📊 Mileage-Adjusted Failure Rate
How often this car fails MOT relative to how much it's driven — a fairer comparison than raw pass rate.
The Suzuki An650 has a mileage-adjusted failure rate of 8.21% per 10,000 miles driven. The average across all makes is 5.38%, so this model is worse than average.
About Suzuki An650 MOT Data
The Suzuki An650 is a less common vehicle in the UK, with 5,453 MOT test results recorded in our database spanning 12 manufacture years. It has an overall MOT pass rate of 83.3% and a failure rate of 16.7%, which is well above the UK average of approximately 37%.
For Suzuki An650 owners, these results suggest a reliable vehicle that generally passes its MOT without major issues. Focus your pre-MOT checks on motorcycle brakes and motorcycle tyres and wheels for the best chance of a first-time pass. Use our detailed year-by-year breakdown and failure analysis below to understand how your specific An650 is likely to perform.
Motorcycle brakes — 16.8% of failures
Motorcycle brakes issues account for 16.8% of MOT failures on the Suzuki An650. Brake-related failures include worn brake pads, corroded brake discs, leaking brake lines, and faulty brake servos. These are safety-critical components — any brake deficiency will result in an MOT fail. Typical repair costs: £150–400. Pre-MOT check: Listen for squealing or grinding noises. Check brake pedal feel — if it feels spongy or goes to the floor, have the system inspected immediately. Look at brake pad thickness through the wheel spokes (minimum 3mm).
Motorcycle tyres and wheels — 5.3% of failures
Motorcycle tyres and wheels issues account for 5.3% of MOT failures on the Suzuki An650. Tyre failures include tread depth below the legal minimum of 1.6mm, cuts, bulges, exposed cords, and incorrect tyre pressure. Tyres are one of the most common and easiest-to-prevent MOT failures. Typical repair costs: £50–200 per tyre. Pre-MOT check: Check tread depth with a 20p coin — if the outer band is visible, the tyre is too worn. Look for bulges, cuts, or embedded objects. Ensure all tyres match the recommended size and load rating.
Motorcycle steering and suspension — 3.4% of failures
Motorcycle steering and suspension issues account for 3.4% of MOT failures on the Suzuki An650. Suspension failures typically involve worn bushes, leaking shock absorbers, broken coil springs, and damaged suspension arms. These affect ride quality, tyre wear, and road holding. Typical repair costs: £200–500. Pre-MOT check: Look for uneven tyre wear, listen for clunking over bumps, and check if the car pulls to one side. A bouncy ride suggests worn shock absorbers. Visually inspect coil springs for cracks.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the MOT pass rate for the Suzuki An650?
Based on 5,453 MOT tests in our database, the Suzuki An650 has an overall pass rate of 83.3% (16.7% fail rate).
What are the most common MOT failures on a Suzuki An650?
The top 3 reasons a Suzuki An650 fails its MOT are: 1. Motorcycle brakes (16.8%), 2. Motorcycle tyres and wheels (5.3%), 3. Motorcycle steering and suspension (3.4%). Check these areas before booking your MOT.
Is the Suzuki An650 reliable?
With a 16.7% MOT failure rate, the An650 is more reliable than average compared to the UK average of ~40%.
What should I check before an MOT on my Suzuki An650?
Based on failure data, focus on: Motorcycle brakes (16.8%); Motorcycle tyres and wheels (5.3%); Motorcycle steering and suspension (3.4%). These are the areas most likely to cause a fail. Also check all lights, tyres (minimum 1.6mm tread), and windscreen condition — these are quick wins that apply to all cars.
Based on DVSA anonymised MOT test data (2005–2024). Crown copyright, Open Government Licence v3.0.