Suzuki Ts250 MOT Pass Rate
Overall pass rate across all manufacture years, based on 1,327 real MOT test results. Failure rate: 16.8%.
Data from official DVSA MOT testing records
Suzuki Ts250 MOT Reliability Overview
The Suzuki Ts250 is a niche vehicle in the UK, with 1,327 MOT test results recorded in our database spanning 13 manufacture years. It has an overall MOT pass rate of 83.2% and a failure rate of 16.8%, which is well above the UK average of approximately 37%.
Based on this data, the Suzuki Ts250 earns a "Excellent" reliability rating. The average Suzuki Ts250 presents for MOT with approximately 14,827 miles on the clock. Manufacture year matters: 1977 models achieve the highest pass rate at 89.0%, while 1971 models have the lowest at 77.8%. This 11.2 percentage point difference suggests notable variation in build quality or component durability across production years.
The most common MOT failure for the Suzuki Ts250 is Motorcycle lighting and signalling, affecting 15.2% 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 steering and suspension at 6.6%. Motorcycle drive system 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.
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 | 21.0% | 279 |
| 2 | Motorcycle Steering And Suspension | 8.1% | 107 |
| 3 | Motorcycle Brakes | 5.0% | 67 |
| 4 | Motorcycle Drive System | 4.8% | 64 |
| 5 | Motorcycle Tyres And Wheels | 4.1% | 55 |
| 6 | Motorcycle Lamps And Reflectors | 2.2% | 29 |
| 7 | Motorcycle Fuel And Exhaust | 1.7% | 23 |
| 8 | Motorcycle Reg Plates And Vin | 1.7% | 23 |
| 9 | Motorcycle Body And Structure | 1.4% | 18 |
| 10 | Motorcycle Structure And Attachments | 0.7% | 9 |
| 11 | Motorcycle Steering | 0.6% | 8 |
| 12 | Motorcycle Wheels | 0.5% | 7 |
| 13 | Motorcycle Audible Warning (Horn) | 0.4% | 5 |
| 14 | Motorcycle Suspension | 0.4% | 5 |
| 15 | Motorcycle Driving Controls | 0.2% | 3 |
Failures per 10,000 Miles
avg. 14,827 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 | 14.18 | 21.0% | 279 |
| Motorcycle steering and suspension | 5.44 | 8.1% | 107 |
| Motorcycle brakes | 3.41 | 5.0% | 67 |
| Motorcycle drive system | 3.25 | 4.8% | 64 |
| Motorcycle tyres and wheels | 2.80 | 4.1% | 55 |
| Motorcycle lamps and reflectors | 1.47 | 2.2% | 29 |
| Motorcycle fuel and exhaust | 1.17 | 1.7% | 23 |
| Motorcycle reg plates and vin | 1.17 | 1.7% | 23 |
| Motorcycle body and structure | 0.91 | 1.4% | 18 |
| Motorcycle structure and attachments | 0.46 | 0.7% | 9 |
| Motorcycle steering | 0.41 | 0.6% | 8 |
| Motorcycle wheels | 0.36 | 0.5% | 7 |
| Motorcycle audible warning (Horn) | 0.25 | 0.4% | 5 |
| Motorcycle suspension | 0.25 | 0.4% | 5 |
| Motorcycle driving controls | 0.15 | 0.2% | 3 |
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Mileage at MOT
The average Suzuki Ts250 has 14,827 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 Ts250 has a mileage-adjusted failure rate of 11.33% per 10,000 miles driven. The average across all makes is 5.38%, so this model is worse than average.
About Suzuki Ts250 MOT Data
The Suzuki Ts250 is a niche vehicle in the UK, with 1,327 MOT test results recorded in our database spanning 13 manufacture years. It has an overall MOT pass rate of 83.2% and a failure rate of 16.8%, which is well above the UK average of approximately 37%.
For Suzuki Ts250 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 steering and suspension 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 Ts250 is likely to perform.
Motorcycle lighting and signalling — 15.2% of failures
Motorcycle lighting and signalling issues account for 15.2% of MOT failures on the Suzuki Ts250. 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 steering and suspension — 6.6% of failures
Motorcycle steering and suspension issues account for 6.6% of MOT failures on the Suzuki Ts250. Suspension failures typically involve worn bushes, leaking shock absorbers, broken coil springs, and damaged suspension arms. These affect ride quality, tyre wear, and road holding. Typical repair costs: £200–500. Pre-MOT check: Look for uneven tyre wear, listen for clunking over bumps, and check if the car pulls to one side. A bouncy ride suggests worn shock absorbers. Visually inspect coil springs for cracks.
Motorcycle drive system — 4.6% of failures
Motorcycle drive system issues account for 4.6% of MOT failures on the Suzuki Ts250. 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 Ts250?
Based on 1,327 MOT tests in our database, the Suzuki Ts250 has an overall pass rate of 83.2% (16.8% fail rate).
What are the most common MOT failures on a Suzuki Ts250?
The top 3 reasons a Suzuki Ts250 fails its MOT are: 1. Motorcycle lighting and signalling (15.2%), 2. Motorcycle steering and suspension (6.6%), 3. Motorcycle drive system (4.6%). Check these areas before booking your MOT.
Is the Suzuki Ts250 reliable?
With a 16.8% MOT failure rate, the Ts250 is more reliable than average compared to the UK average of ~40%.
What should I check before an MOT on my Suzuki Ts250?
Based on failure data, focus on: Motorcycle lighting and signalling (15.2%); Motorcycle steering and suspension (6.6%); Motorcycle drive system (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.