Suzuki Van Van MOT Pass Rate
Overall pass rate across all manufacture years, based on 946 real MOT test results. Failure rate: 22.8%.
Data from official DVSA MOT testing records
Suzuki Van Van MOT Reliability Overview
The Suzuki Van Van is a rare vehicle in the UK, with 946 MOT test results recorded in our database spanning 9 manufacture years. It has an overall MOT pass rate of 77.2% and a failure rate of 22.8%, which is well above the UK average of approximately 37%.
Based on this data, the Suzuki Van Van earns a "Excellent" reliability rating. The average Suzuki Van Van presents for MOT with approximately 12,918 miles on the clock. Manufacture year matters: 2010 models achieve the highest pass rate at 84.4%, while 2003 models have the lowest at 59.6%. This 24.8 percentage point difference suggests notable variation in build quality or component durability across production years.
The most common MOT failure for the Suzuki Van Van is Motorcycle lighting and signalling, affecting 9.1% 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 8.8%. Motorcycle drive system rounds out the top three at 6.7%. 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 | 9.6% | 91 |
| 2 | Motorcycle Brakes | 9.2% | 87 |
| 3 | Motorcycle Drive System | 7.4% | 70 |
| 4 | Motorcycle Steering And Suspension | 6.3% | 60 |
| 5 | Motorcycle Structure And Attachments | 6.2% | 59 |
| 6 | Motorcycle Lamps And Reflectors | 5.5% | 52 |
| 7 | Motorcycle Suspension | 4.1% | 39 |
| 8 | Motorcycle Tyres And Wheels | 2.6% | 25 |
| 9 | Motorcycle Steering | 1.8% | 17 |
| 10 | Motorcycle Tyres | 1.2% | 11 |
| 11 | Motorcycle Reg Plates And Vin | 0.7% | 7 |
| 12 | Motorcycle Fuel And Exhaust | 0.6% | 6 |
| 13 | Motorcycle Driving Controls | 0.6% | 6 |
| 14 | Motorcycle Body And Structure | 0.6% | 6 |
| 15 | Identification Of The Vehicle | 0.6% | 6 |
Failures per 10,000 Miles
avg. 12,918 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 | 7.45 | 9.6% | 91 |
| Motorcycle brakes | 7.12 | 9.2% | 87 |
| Motorcycle drive system | 5.73 | 7.4% | 70 |
| Motorcycle steering and suspension | 4.91 | 6.3% | 60 |
| Motorcycle structure and attachments | 4.83 | 6.2% | 59 |
| Motorcycle lamps and reflectors | 4.26 | 5.5% | 52 |
| Motorcycle suspension | 3.19 | 4.1% | 39 |
| Motorcycle tyres and wheels | 2.05 | 2.6% | 25 |
| Motorcycle steering | 1.39 | 1.8% | 17 |
| Motorcycle tyres | 0.90 | 1.2% | 11 |
| Motorcycle reg plates and vin | 0.57 | 0.7% | 7 |
| Motorcycle fuel and exhaust | 0.49 | 0.6% | 6 |
| Motorcycle driving controls | 0.49 | 0.6% | 6 |
| Motorcycle body and structure | 0.49 | 0.6% | 6 |
| Identification of the vehicle | 0.49 | 0.6% | 6 |
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Mileage at MOT
The average Suzuki Van Van has 12,918 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 Van Van has a mileage-adjusted failure rate of 17.65% per 10,000 miles driven. The average across all makes is 5.38%, so this model is worse than average.
About Suzuki Van Van MOT Data
The Suzuki Van Van is a rare vehicle in the UK, with 946 MOT test results recorded in our database spanning 9 manufacture years. It has an overall MOT pass rate of 77.2% and a failure rate of 22.8%, which is well above the UK average of approximately 37%.
For Suzuki Van Van 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 Van Van is likely to perform.
Motorcycle lighting and signalling — 9.1% of failures
Motorcycle lighting and signalling issues account for 9.1% of MOT failures on the Suzuki Van Van. 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 — 8.8% of failures
Motorcycle brakes issues account for 8.8% of MOT failures on the Suzuki Van Van. 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 drive system — 6.7% of failures
Motorcycle drive system issues account for 6.7% of MOT failures on the Suzuki Van Van. 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 Van Van?
Based on 946 MOT tests in our database, the Suzuki Van Van has an overall pass rate of 77.2% (22.8% fail rate).
What are the most common MOT failures on a Suzuki Van Van?
The top 3 reasons a Suzuki Van Van fails its MOT are: 1. Motorcycle lighting and signalling (9.1%), 2. Motorcycle brakes (8.8%), 3. Motorcycle drive system (6.7%). Check these areas before booking your MOT.
Is the Suzuki Van Van reliable?
With a 22.8% MOT failure rate, the Van Van is more reliable than average compared to the UK average of ~40%.
What should I check before an MOT on my Suzuki Van Van?
Based on failure data, focus on: Motorcycle lighting and signalling (9.1%); Motorcycle brakes (8.8%); Motorcycle drive system (6.7%). 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.