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1990 Suzuki Dr MOT Pass Rate

Pass rate for Dr models manufactured in 1990, based on 37 real MOT test results.

73.0%
Pass Rate
27.0%
Fail Rate
37
Total Tests
26,941
Avg Mileage

Data from official DVSA MOT testing records

1990 Suzuki Dr MOT Analysis

The 1990 Suzuki Dr has an MOT pass rate of 73.0% based on 37 tests — above the UK average for UK vehicles. Cars of this vintage present for MOT with an average of 26,941 miles on the odometer. With a 27.0% failure rate, the 1990 Dr is rated as "Very Good" for MOT reliability.

The leading cause of MOT failure for the 1990 Suzuki Dr is Motorcycle lamps and reflectors, responsible for 8.1% of failures. Lighting failures cover all external lights: headlights, tail lights, brake lights, indicators, fog lights, and reflectors. A single blown bulb will cause an MOT fail. This is one of the most preventable failure categories. Typical repair costs range from £5–50. Motorcycle structure and attachments is the second most common issue at 8.1%. Motorcycle wheels follows at 5.4%.

⚠ Based on limited data (37 tests)

Top failures specific to 1990 models only. The overall Dr page may show different rankings.

What Fails Most

Motorcycle lamps and reflectors 8.1%
Motorcycle structure and attachments 8.1%
Motorcycle wheels 5.4%

What Fails on This Car?

Click a category to see specific failure items.

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MOT failure categories ranked by failure rate
RankFailure CategoryRate (%)Count
1Motorcycle Lamps And Reflectors8.1%3
2Motorcycle Structure And Attachments8.1%3
3Motorcycle Wheels5.4%2
4Motorcycle Brakes2.7%1
5Motorcycle Steering2.7%1
6Motorcycle Suspension2.7%1
7Identification Of The Vehicle2.7%1

Failures per 10,000 Miles

avg. 26,941 mi

For 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.

Motorcycle lamps and reflectors3.01% per 10K miMotorcycle structure and attachments3.01% per 10K miMotorcycle wheels2.01% per 10K miMotorcycle brakes1.00% per 10K miMotorcycle steering1.00% per 10K miMotorcycle suspension1.00% per 10K miIdentification of the vehicle1.00% per 10K mi
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Mileage-normalised failure rates by category
CategoryRate / 10K miRaw %Count
Motorcycle lamps and reflectors3.018.1%3
Motorcycle structure and attachments3.018.1%3
Motorcycle wheels2.015.4%2
Motorcycle brakes1.002.7%1
Motorcycle steering1.002.7%1
Motorcycle suspension1.002.7%1
Identification of the vehicle1.002.7%1

Mileage Statistics

26,941
Mean
30,719
Median
14,396
25th Percentile
37,913
75th Percentile
10.02% failures per 10K miles

Mileage-adjusted failure rate — accounts for how much this model year is typically driven.

About This Data

The 1990 Suzuki Dr has an MOT pass rate of 73.0% based on 37 tests — above the UK average for UK vehicles. Cars of this vintage present for MOT with an average of 26,941 miles on the odometer. With a 27.0% failure rate, the 1990 Dr is rated as "Very Good" for MOT reliability.

If you own or are considering buying a 1990 Suzuki Dr, you can expect reliable MOT performance overall. Before your MOT, pay particular attention to motorcycle lamps and reflectors: Walk around the car and check every light — headlights (dipped and main beam), side lights, tail lights, brake lights, indicators, hazard lights, reverse light, rear fog light, and number plate lights. Replace any blown bulbs before the test. With relatively low average mileage of 26,941 miles, many of these vehicles are still in good mechanical condition.

Motorcycle lamps and reflectors — 8.1% of failures

Motorcycle lamps and reflectors issues account for 8.1% of MOT failures on 1990 Suzuki Dr models. Lighting failures cover all external lights: headlights, tail lights, brake lights, indicators, fog lights, and reflectors. A single blown bulb will cause an MOT fail. This is one of the most preventable failure categories. Typical repair costs: £5–50. Pre-MOT check: Walk around the car and check every light — headlights (dipped and main beam), side lights, tail lights, brake lights, indicators, hazard lights, reverse light, rear fog light, and number plate lights. Replace any blown bulbs before the test.

Motorcycle structure and attachments — 8.1% of failures

Motorcycle structure and attachments issues account for 8.1% of MOT failures on 1990 Suzuki Dr models. Motorcycle structure and attachments issues are a common cause of MOT failure. Regular inspection and maintenance of these components helps ensure your vehicle passes its MOT. Typical repair costs: £100–400. Pre-MOT check: Have this system checked during regular servicing. Look for warning signs like unusual noises, vibrations, or dashboard warning lights.

Motorcycle wheels — 5.4% of failures

Motorcycle wheels issues account for 5.4% of MOT failures on 1990 Suzuki Dr models. Wheel failures include cracked or severely corroded alloy wheels, missing or loose wheel nuts, and wheels that are insecurely attached. These are safety-critical and relatively rare compared to tyre failures. Typical repair costs: £100–400 per wheel. Pre-MOT check: Visually inspect wheels for cracks, especially around the spokes and rim. Check that all wheel nuts are present and tightened. Look for signs of impact damage on alloy wheels.

Based on DVSA anonymised MOT test data (2005–2024). Crown copyright, Open Government Licence v3.0.

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