Suzuki Sling Shot MOT Pass Rate
Overall pass rate across all manufacture years, based on 42 real MOT test results. Failure rate: 21.4%.
Data from official DVSA MOT testing records
Suzuki Sling Shot MOT Reliability Overview
The Suzuki Sling Shot is a rare vehicle in the UK, with 42 MOT test results recorded in our database spanning 1 manufacture years. It has an overall MOT pass rate of 78.6% and a failure rate of 21.4%, which is well above the UK average of approximately 37%.
Based on this data, the Suzuki Sling Shot earns a "Excellent" reliability rating. The average Suzuki Sling Shot presents for MOT with approximately 10,636 miles on the clock. The 2012 manufacture year performs best with a 83.8% pass rate.
The most common MOT failure for the Suzuki Sling Shot is Motorcycle lighting and signalling, affecting 16.7% 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 structure and attachments at 11.9%. Motorcycle drive system rounds out the top three at 11.9%. 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
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 | 23.8% | 10 |
| 2 | Motorcycle Brakes | 16.7% | 7 |
| 3 | Motorcycle Steering And Suspension | 11.9% | 5 |
| 4 | Motorcycle Structure And Attachments | 11.9% | 5 |
| 5 | Motorcycle Drive System | 11.9% | 5 |
| 6 | Motorcycle Lamps And Reflectors | 9.5% | 4 |
| 7 | Motorcycle Suspension | 9.5% | 4 |
| 8 | Motorcycle Steering | 7.1% | 3 |
| 9 | Motorcycle Tyres | 2.4% | 1 |
| 10 | Motorcycle Driving Controls | 2.4% | 1 |
Failures per 10,000 Miles
avg. 10,636 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 | 22.39 | 23.8% | 10 |
| Motorcycle brakes | 15.67 | 16.7% | 7 |
| Motorcycle steering and suspension | 11.19 | 11.9% | 5 |
| Motorcycle structure and attachments | 11.19 | 11.9% | 5 |
| Motorcycle drive system | 11.19 | 11.9% | 5 |
| Motorcycle lamps and reflectors | 8.95 | 9.5% | 4 |
| Motorcycle suspension | 8.95 | 9.5% | 4 |
| Motorcycle steering | 6.72 | 7.1% | 3 |
| Motorcycle tyres | 2.24 | 2.4% | 1 |
| Motorcycle driving controls | 2.24 | 2.4% | 1 |
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Mileage at MOT
The average Suzuki Sling Shot has 10,636 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 Sling Shot has a mileage-adjusted failure rate of 20.12% per 10,000 miles driven. The average across all makes is 5.38%, so this model is worse than average.
About Suzuki Sling Shot MOT Data
The Suzuki Sling Shot is a rare vehicle in the UK, with 42 MOT test results recorded in our database spanning 1 manufacture years. It has an overall MOT pass rate of 78.6% and a failure rate of 21.4%, which is well above the UK average of approximately 37%.
For Suzuki Sling Shot 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 structure and attachments 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 Sling Shot is likely to perform.
Motorcycle lighting and signalling — 16.7% of failures
Motorcycle lighting and signalling issues account for 16.7% of MOT failures on the Suzuki Sling Shot. 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 structure and attachments — 11.9% of failures
Motorcycle structure and attachments issues account for 11.9% of MOT failures on the Suzuki Sling Shot. 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 drive system — 11.9% of failures
Motorcycle drive system issues account for 11.9% of MOT failures on the Suzuki Sling Shot. Motorcycle drive system 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 Sling Shot?
Based on 42 (based on limited data) MOT tests in our database, the Suzuki Sling Shot has an overall pass rate of 78.6% (21.4% fail rate).
What are the most common MOT failures on a Suzuki Sling Shot?
The top 3 reasons a Suzuki Sling Shot fails its MOT are: 1. Motorcycle lighting and signalling (16.7%), 2. Motorcycle structure and attachments (11.9%), 3. Motorcycle drive system (11.9%). Check these areas before booking your MOT.
Is the Suzuki Sling Shot reliable?
With a 21.4% MOT failure rate, the Sling Shot is more reliable than average compared to the UK average of ~40%.
What should I check before an MOT on my Suzuki Sling Shot?
Based on failure data, focus on: Motorcycle lighting and signalling (16.7%); Motorcycle structure and attachments (11.9%); Motorcycle drive system (11.9%). 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.