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Suzuki Er MOT Pass Rate

Overall pass rate across all manufacture years, based on 65 real MOT test results. Failure rate: 18.5%.

81.5%
Pass Rate
18.5%
Fail Rate
65
Total Tests
Motorcycle lighting and signalling
Top Failure

Data from official DVSA MOT testing records

Suzuki Er MOT Reliability Overview

The Suzuki Er is a rare vehicle in the UK, with 65 MOT test results recorded in our database spanning 0 manufacture years. It has an overall MOT pass rate of 81.5% and a failure rate of 18.5%, which is well above the UK average of approximately 37%.

Based on this data, the Suzuki Er earns a "Excellent" reliability rating. The average Suzuki Er presents for MOT with approximately 13,193 miles on the clock.

The most common MOT failure for the Suzuki Er is Motorcycle lighting and signalling, affecting 12.3% of all tests. Motorcycle lighting and signalling issues are a common cause of MOT failure. Regular inspection and maintenance of these components helps ensure your vehicle passes its MOT. The second most common issue is Motorcycle lamps and reflectors at 7.7%. Motorcycle brakes rounds out the top three at 4.6%. Together, these top 3 failure categories account for a significant portion of all MOT failures for this model.

⚠ Based on limited data (65 tests)

Top failures across all manufacture years combined. Individual year pages may show different top failures.

What Fails Most

Motorcycle lighting and signalling 12.3%
Motorcycle lamps and reflectors 7.7%
Motorcycle brakes 4.6%
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* High Fail Rate badge indicates an MOT pass rate below 65% (failure rate above 35%).

What Fails on This Car?

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MOT failure categories ranked by failure rate
RankFailure CategoryRate (%)Count
1Motorcycle Lighting And Signalling15.4%10
2Motorcycle Lamps And Reflectors7.7%5
3Motorcycle Brakes4.6%3
4Motorcycle Tyres And Wheels4.6%3
5Motorcycle Steering And Suspension4.6%3
6Motorcycle Drive System3.1%2
7Motorcycle Steering1.5%1
8Motorcycle Wheels1.5%1
9Motorcycle Body And Structure1.5%1

Failures per 10,000 Miles

avg. 13,193 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 lighting and signalling11.66% per 10K miMotorcycle lamps and reflectors5.83% per 10K miMotorcycle brakes3.50% per 10K miMotorcycle tyres and wheels3.50% per 10K miMotorcycle steering and suspension3.50% per 10K miMotorcycle drive system2.33% per 10K miMotorcycle steering1.17% per 10K miMotorcycle wheels1.17% per 10K miMotorcycle body and structure1.17% per 10K mi
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Mileage-normalised failure rates by category
CategoryRate / 10K miRaw %Count
Motorcycle lighting and signalling11.6615.4%10
Motorcycle lamps and reflectors5.837.7%5
Motorcycle brakes3.504.6%3
Motorcycle tyres and wheels3.504.6%3
Motorcycle steering and suspension3.504.6%3
Motorcycle drive system2.333.1%2
Motorcycle steering1.171.5%1
Motorcycle wheels1.171.5%1
Motorcycle body and structure1.171.5%1

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Mileage at MOT

13,193
Mean
7,123
Median
4,979
25th Percentile
18,564
75th Percentile

The average Suzuki Er has 13,193 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.

14.02%
Fail Rate per 10K Miles
Average across all makes: 5.38%
18.5%
Overall Fail Rate
13,193 avg miles
🔴 Poor — above average failure rate

The Suzuki Er has a mileage-adjusted failure rate of 14.02% per 10,000 miles driven. The average across all makes is 5.38%, so this model is worse than average.

About Suzuki Er MOT Data

The Suzuki Er is a rare vehicle in the UK, with 65 MOT test results recorded in our database spanning 0 manufacture years. It has an overall MOT pass rate of 81.5% and a failure rate of 18.5%, which is well above the UK average of approximately 37%.

For Suzuki Er owners, these results suggest a reliable vehicle that generally passes its MOT without major issues. Focus your pre-MOT checks on motorcycle lighting and signalling and motorcycle lamps and reflectors 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 Er is likely to perform.

Motorcycle lighting and signalling — 12.3% of failures

Motorcycle lighting and signalling issues account for 12.3% of MOT failures on the Suzuki Er. Motorcycle lighting and signalling 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 lamps and reflectors — 7.7% of failures

Motorcycle lamps and reflectors issues account for 7.7% of MOT failures on the Suzuki Er. 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 brakes — 4.6% of failures

Motorcycle brakes issues account for 4.6% of MOT failures on the Suzuki Er. 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).

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the MOT pass rate for the Suzuki Er?

Based on 65 (based on limited data) MOT tests in our database, the Suzuki Er has an overall pass rate of 81.5% (18.5% fail rate).

What are the most common MOT failures on a Suzuki Er?

The top 3 reasons a Suzuki Er fails its MOT are: 1. Motorcycle lighting and signalling (12.3%), 2. Motorcycle lamps and reflectors (7.7%), 3. Motorcycle brakes (4.6%). Check these areas before booking your MOT.

Is the Suzuki Er reliable?

With a 18.5% MOT failure rate, the Er is more reliable than average compared to the UK average of ~40%.

What should I check before an MOT on my Suzuki Er?

Based on failure data, focus on: Motorcycle lighting and signalling (12.3%); Motorcycle lamps and reflectors (7.7%); Motorcycle brakes (4.6%). 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.

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