1998 Suzuki Unclassified MOT Pass Rate
Pass rate for Unclassified models manufactured in 1998, based on 3,346 real MOT test results.
Data from official DVSA MOT testing records
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View 1998 Suzuki Unclassified vintage page → (78.4% current pass rate)1998 Suzuki Unclassified MOT Analysis
The 1998 Suzuki Unclassified has an MOT pass rate of 76.2% based on 3,346 tests — well above the UK average for UK vehicles. Cars of this vintage present for MOT with an average of 28,738 miles on the odometer. With a 23.8% failure rate, the 1998 Unclassified is rated as "Excellent" for MOT reliability.
The leading cause of MOT failure for the 1998 Suzuki Unclassified is Motorcycle lamps and reflectors, responsible for 0.7% of failures. 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 range from £5–50. Noise, emissions and leaks is the second most common issue at 0.4%. Tyres follows at 0.4%.
Top failures specific to 1998 models only. The overall Unclassified page may show different rankings.
What Fails Most
What Fails on This Car?
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| Rank | Failure Category | Rate (%) | Count |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Motorcycle Lamps And Reflectors | 0.7% | 24 |
| 2 | Noise, Emissions And Leaks | 0.4% | 15 |
| 3 | Tyres | 0.4% | 14 |
| 4 | Motorcycle Brakes | 0.3% | 11 |
| 5 | Motorcycle Suspension | 0.3% | 11 |
| 6 | Lamps, Reflectors And Electrical Equipment | 0.3% | 11 |
| 7 | Motorcycle Structure And Attachments | 0.3% | 10 |
| 8 | Motorcycle Tyres | 0.2% | 6 |
| 9 | Suspension | 0.2% | 6 |
| 10 | Identification Of The Vehicle | 0.1% | 4 |
| 11 | Motorcycle Audible Warning (Horn) | 0.1% | 3 |
Failures per 10,000 Miles
avg. 28,738 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 lamps and reflectors | 0.25 | 0.7% | 24 |
| Noise, emissions and leaks | 0.16 | 0.4% | 15 |
| Tyres | 0.15 | 0.4% | 14 |
| Motorcycle brakes | 0.11 | 0.3% | 11 |
| Motorcycle suspension | 0.11 | 0.3% | 11 |
| Lamps & Electrical | 0.11 | 0.3% | 11 |
| Motorcycle structure and attachments | 0.10 | 0.3% | 10 |
| Motorcycle tyres | 0.06 | 0.2% | 6 |
| Suspension | 0.06 | 0.2% | 6 |
| Identification of the vehicle | 0.04 | 0.1% | 4 |
| Motorcycle audible warning (Horn) | 0.03 | 0.1% | 3 |
| Non-component advisories | 0.01 | 0.0% | 1 |
| Motorcycle steering | 0.01 | 0.0% | 1 |
Mileage Statistics
Mileage-adjusted failure rate — accounts for how much this model year is typically driven.
About This Data
The 1998 Suzuki Unclassified has an MOT pass rate of 76.2% based on 3,346 tests — well above the UK average for UK vehicles. Cars of this vintage present for MOT with an average of 28,738 miles on the odometer. With a 23.8% failure rate, the 1998 Unclassified is rated as "Excellent" for MOT reliability.
If you own or are considering buying a 1998 Suzuki Unclassified, you can expect reliable MOT performance overall. Before your MOT, pay particular attention to motorcycle lamps and reflectors: 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. With relatively low average mileage of 28,738 miles, many of these vehicles are still in good mechanical condition.
Motorcycle lamps and reflectors — 0.7% of failures
Motorcycle lamps and reflectors issues account for 0.7% of MOT failures on 1998 Suzuki Unclassified models. 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.
Noise, emissions and leaks — 0.4% of failures
Noise, emissions and leaks issues account for 0.4% of MOT failures on 1998 Suzuki Unclassified 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.
Tyres — 0.4% of failures
Tyres issues account for 0.4% of MOT failures on 1998 Suzuki Unclassified models. Tyre failures include tread depth below the legal minimum of 1.6mm, cuts, bulges, exposed cords, and incorrect tyre pressure. Tyres are one of the most common and easiest-to-prevent MOT failures. Typical repair costs: £50–200 per tyre. Pre-MOT check: Check tread depth with a 20p coin — if the outer band is visible, the tyre is too worn. Look for bulges, cuts, or embedded objects. Ensure all tyres match the recommended size and load rating.
Based on DVSA anonymised MOT test data (2005–2024). Crown copyright, Open Government Licence v3.0.