Suzuki Vanvan 125 MOT Pass Rate
Overall pass rate across all manufacture years, based on 3,230 real MOT test results. Failure rate: 19.6%.
Data from official DVSA MOT testing records
Suzuki Vanvan 125 MOT Reliability Overview
The Suzuki Vanvan 125 is a niche vehicle in the UK, with 3,230 MOT test results recorded in our database spanning 10 manufacture years. It has an overall MOT pass rate of 80.4% and a failure rate of 19.6%, which is well above the UK average of approximately 37%.
Based on this data, the Suzuki Vanvan 125 earns a "Excellent" reliability rating. The average Suzuki Vanvan 125 presents for MOT with approximately 11,597 miles on the clock. Manufacture year matters: 2012 models achieve the highest pass rate at 93.3%, while 2003 models have the lowest at 72.0%. This 21.3 percentage point difference suggests notable variation in build quality or component durability across production years.
The most common MOT failure for the Suzuki Vanvan 125 is Motorcycle lighting and signalling, affecting 11.1% 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 8.5%. 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
Best Year to Buy
📈 How Each Vintage Ages
📉 How Age Affects Reliability
MOT failure rate by vehicle age for the Suzuki Vanvan 125. The dashed red line marks when the manufacturer warranty typically expires (3 years).
Line chart showing MOT failure rate by vehicle age from 3 to 11 years, with warranty expiry marked at 3 years.
💡 What does the warranty cliff mean?
The Suzuki Vanvan 125 actually sees a 14% decrease in failure rate after the warranty period. This is likely due to survivorship bias — unreliable cars are already off the road by this age. Peak failure occurs at age 10 (27.6% fail rate).
Note: pass rates may improve for very old vehicles due to survivorship bias — only well-maintained cars remain on the road.
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 | 12.2% | 394 |
| 2 | Motorcycle Drive System | 9.9% | 319 |
| 3 | Motorcycle Brakes | 9.8% | 315 |
| 4 | Motorcycle Steering And Suspension | 9.2% | 296 |
| 5 | Motorcycle Tyres And Wheels | 3.5% | 114 |
| 6 | Motorcycle Lamps And Reflectors | 2.1% | 67 |
| 7 | Motorcycle Structure And Attachments | 1.6% | 52 |
| 8 | Motorcycle Body And Structure | 1.3% | 42 |
| 9 | Motorcycle Suspension | 1.0% | 33 |
| 10 | Motorcycle Driving Controls | 0.9% | 28 |
| 11 | Motorcycle Tyres | 0.6% | 20 |
| 12 | Motorcycle Fuel And Exhaust | 0.6% | 19 |
| 13 | Motorcycle Reg Plates And Vin | 0.6% | 19 |
| 14 | Motorcycle Steering | 0.5% | 17 |
| 15 | Motorcycle Audible Warning (Horn) | 0.2% | 5 |
Failures per 10,000 Miles
avg. 11,597 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 | 10.52 | 12.2% | 394 |
| Motorcycle drive system | 8.52 | 9.9% | 319 |
| Motorcycle brakes | 8.41 | 9.8% | 315 |
| Motorcycle steering and suspension | 7.90 | 9.2% | 296 |
| Motorcycle tyres and wheels | 3.04 | 3.5% | 114 |
| Motorcycle lamps and reflectors | 1.79 | 2.1% | 67 |
| Motorcycle structure and attachments | 1.39 | 1.6% | 52 |
| Motorcycle body and structure | 1.12 | 1.3% | 42 |
| Motorcycle suspension | 0.88 | 1.0% | 33 |
| Motorcycle driving controls | 0.75 | 0.9% | 28 |
| Motorcycle tyres | 0.53 | 0.6% | 20 |
| Motorcycle fuel and exhaust | 0.51 | 0.6% | 19 |
| Motorcycle reg plates and vin | 0.51 | 0.6% | 19 |
| Motorcycle steering | 0.45 | 0.5% | 17 |
| Motorcycle audible warning (Horn) | 0.13 | 0.2% | 5 |
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Mileage at MOT
The average Suzuki Vanvan 125 has 11,597 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 Vanvan 125 has a mileage-adjusted failure rate of 16.90% per 10,000 miles driven. The average across all makes is 5.38%, so this model is worse than average.
About Suzuki Vanvan 125 MOT Data
The Suzuki Vanvan 125 is a niche vehicle in the UK, with 3,230 MOT test results recorded in our database spanning 10 manufacture years. It has an overall MOT pass rate of 80.4% and a failure rate of 19.6%, which is well above the UK average of approximately 37%.
For Suzuki Vanvan 125 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 Vanvan 125 is likely to perform.
Motorcycle lighting and signalling — 11.1% of failures
Motorcycle lighting and signalling issues account for 11.1% of MOT failures on the Suzuki Vanvan 125. 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 Vanvan 125. 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 — 8.5% of failures
Motorcycle drive system issues account for 8.5% of MOT failures on the Suzuki Vanvan 125. 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 Vanvan 125?
Based on 3,230 MOT tests in our database, the Suzuki Vanvan 125 has an overall pass rate of 80.4% (19.6% fail rate).
What are the most common MOT failures on a Suzuki Vanvan 125?
The top 3 reasons a Suzuki Vanvan 125 fails its MOT are: 1. Motorcycle lighting and signalling (11.1%), 2. Motorcycle brakes (8.8%), 3. Motorcycle drive system (8.5%). Check these areas before booking your MOT.
Is the Suzuki Vanvan 125 reliable?
With a 19.6% MOT failure rate, the Vanvan 125 is more reliable than average compared to the UK average of ~40%.
What should I check before an MOT on my Suzuki Vanvan 125?
Based on failure data, focus on: Motorcycle lighting and signalling (11.1%); Motorcycle brakes (8.8%); Motorcycle drive system (8.5%). 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.