1981 Suzuki Lj 80vb MOT Pass Rate
Pass rate for Lj 80vb models manufactured in 1981, based on 45 real MOT test results.
Data from official DVSA MOT testing records
1981 Suzuki Lj 80vb MOT Analysis
The 1981 Suzuki Lj 80vb has an MOT pass rate of 60.0% based on 45 tests — slightly below the UK average for UK vehicles. Cars of this vintage present for MOT with an average of 70,240 miles on the odometer. With a 40.0% failure rate, the 1981 Lj 80vb is rated as "Below Average" for MOT reliability.
The leading cause of MOT failure for the 1981 Suzuki Lj 80vb is Exhaust, Fuel and Emissions, responsible for 2.2% of failures. Emissions failures occur when exhaust gases exceed legal limits for carbon monoxide (CO), hydrocarbons (HC), or particulate matter (diesel). Common causes include faulty oxygen sensors, clogged catalytic converters, or DPF issues on diesel vehicles. Typical repair costs range from £100–1,000+.
Top failures specific to 1981 models only. The overall Lj 80vb page may show different rankings.
What Fails Most
What Fails on This Car?
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| Rank | Failure Category | Rate (%) | Count |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Exhaust, Fuel And Emissions | 2.2% | 1 |
Failures per 10,000 Miles
avg. 70,240 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Emissions & Exhaust | 0.32 | 2.2% | 1 |
Mileage Statistics
Mileage-adjusted failure rate — accounts for how much this model year is typically driven.
About This Data
The 1981 Suzuki Lj 80vb has an MOT pass rate of 60.0% based on 45 tests — slightly below the UK average for UK vehicles. Cars of this vintage present for MOT with an average of 70,240 miles on the odometer. With a 40.0% failure rate, the 1981 Lj 80vb is rated as "Below Average" for MOT reliability.
If you own or are considering buying a 1981 Suzuki Lj 80vb, budget for potential repairs before each MOT. Before your MOT, pay particular attention to exhaust, fuel and emissions: If the engine management light is on, get it diagnosed before the MOT. For diesel cars, ensure the DPF has completed a regeneration cycle. Regular servicing and using premium fuel before the test can help. At 70,240 average miles, these vehicles are in the mid-range where component wear starts to become a factor.
Exhaust, Fuel and Emissions — 2.2% of failures
Exhaust, Fuel and Emissions issues account for 2.2% of MOT failures on 1981 Suzuki Lj 80vb models. Emissions failures occur when exhaust gases exceed legal limits for carbon monoxide (CO), hydrocarbons (HC), or particulate matter (diesel). Common causes include faulty oxygen sensors, clogged catalytic converters, or DPF issues on diesel vehicles. Typical repair costs: £100–1,000+. Pre-MOT check: If the engine management light is on, get it diagnosed before the MOT. For diesel cars, ensure the DPF has completed a regeneration cycle. Regular servicing and using premium fuel before the test can help.
Based on DVSA anonymised MOT test data (2005–2024). Crown copyright, Open Government Licence v3.0.