Suzuki Intruder MOT Pass Rate
Overall pass rate across all manufacture years, based on 3,360 real MOT test results. Failure rate: 16.0%.
Data from official DVSA MOT testing records
Suzuki Intruder MOT Reliability Overview
The Suzuki Intruder is a niche vehicle in the UK, with 3,360 MOT test results recorded in our database spanning 26 manufacture years. It has an overall MOT pass rate of 84.0% and a failure rate of 16.0%, which is well above the UK average of approximately 37%.
Based on this data, the Suzuki Intruder earns a "Excellent" reliability rating. The average Suzuki Intruder presents for MOT with approximately 19,836 miles on the clock. Manufacture year matters: 2011 models achieve the highest pass rate at 94.7%, while 1990 models have the lowest at 71.9%. This 22.8 percentage point difference suggests notable variation in build quality or component durability across production years.
The most common MOT failure for the Suzuki Intruder is Motorcycle lighting and signalling, affecting 7.4% 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 brakes at 4.1%. Motorcycle fuel and exhaust rounds out the top three at 2.9%. 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
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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 Lighting And Signalling | 8.1% | 273 |
| 2 | Motorcycle Brakes | 4.2% | 142 |
| 3 | Motorcycle Steering And Suspension | 3.4% | 114 |
| 4 | Motorcycle Tyres And Wheels | 3.3% | 110 |
| 5 | Motorcycle Fuel And Exhaust | 3.1% | 104 |
| 6 | Motorcycle Lamps And Reflectors | 2.9% | 96 |
| 7 | Lamps, Reflectors And Electrical Equipment | 1.9% | 66 |
| 8 | Brakes | 1.6% | 53 |
| 9 | Motorcycle Structure And Attachments | 1.5% | 50 |
| 10 | Motorcycle Reg Plates And Vin | 1.3% | 42 |
| 11 | Motorcycle Tyres | 1.1% | 36 |
| 12 | Motorcycle Suspension | 0.9% | 29 |
| 13 | Motorcycle Steering | 0.4% | 14 |
| 14 | Motorcycle Body And Structure | 0.3% | 10 |
Failures per 10,000 Miles
avg. 19,836 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 lighting and signalling | 4.10 | 8.1% | 273 |
| Motorcycle brakes | 2.13 | 4.2% | 142 |
| Motorcycle steering and suspension | 1.71 | 3.4% | 114 |
| Motorcycle tyres and wheels | 1.65 | 3.3% | 110 |
| Motorcycle fuel and exhaust | 1.56 | 3.1% | 104 |
| Motorcycle lamps and reflectors | 1.44 | 2.9% | 96 |
| Lamps & Electrical | 1.00 | 1.9% | 66 |
| Brakes | 0.80 | 1.6% | 53 |
| Motorcycle structure and attachments | 0.75 | 1.5% | 50 |
| Motorcycle reg plates and vin | 0.63 | 1.3% | 42 |
| Motorcycle tyres | 0.54 | 1.1% | 36 |
| Motorcycle suspension | 0.44 | 0.9% | 29 |
| Motorcycle steering | 0.21 | 0.4% | 14 |
| Motorcycle body and structure | 0.15 | 0.3% | 10 |
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Mileage at MOT
The average Suzuki Intruder has 19,836 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 Intruder has a mileage-adjusted failure rate of 8.07% per 10,000 miles driven. The average across all makes is 5.38%, so this model is worse than average.
About Suzuki Intruder MOT Data
The Suzuki Intruder is a niche vehicle in the UK, with 3,360 MOT test results recorded in our database spanning 26 manufacture years. It has an overall MOT pass rate of 84.0% and a failure rate of 16.0%, which is well above the UK average of approximately 37%.
For Suzuki Intruder 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 brakes 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 Intruder is likely to perform.
Motorcycle lighting and signalling — 7.4% of failures
Motorcycle lighting and signalling issues account for 7.4% of MOT failures on the Suzuki Intruder. 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 brakes — 4.1% of failures
Motorcycle brakes issues account for 4.1% of MOT failures on the Suzuki Intruder. 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 fuel and exhaust — 2.9% of failures
Motorcycle fuel and exhaust issues account for 2.9% of MOT failures on the Suzuki Intruder. Motorcycle fuel and exhaust 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.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the MOT pass rate for the Suzuki Intruder?
Based on 3,360 MOT tests in our database, the Suzuki Intruder has an overall pass rate of 84.0% (16.0% fail rate).
What are the most common MOT failures on a Suzuki Intruder?
The top 3 reasons a Suzuki Intruder fails its MOT are: 1. Motorcycle lighting and signalling (7.4%), 2. Motorcycle brakes (4.1%), 3. Motorcycle fuel and exhaust (2.9%). Check these areas before booking your MOT.
Is the Suzuki Intruder reliable?
With a 16.0% MOT failure rate, the Intruder is more reliable than average compared to the UK average of ~40%.
What should I check before an MOT on my Suzuki Intruder?
Based on failure data, focus on: Motorcycle lighting and signalling (7.4%); Motorcycle brakes (4.1%); Motorcycle fuel and exhaust (2.9%). 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.