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2009 Suzuki Vzr1800 MOT Pass Rate

Pass rate for Vzr1800 models manufactured in 2009, based on 133 real MOT test results.

88.0%
Pass Rate
12.0%
Fail Rate
133
Total Tests
11,702
Avg Mileage

Data from official DVSA MOT testing records

2009 Suzuki Vzr1800 MOT Analysis

The 2009 Suzuki Vzr1800 has an MOT pass rate of 88.0% based on 133 tests — well above the UK average for UK vehicles. Cars of this vintage present for MOT with an average of 11,702 miles on the odometer. With a 12.0% failure rate, the 2009 Vzr1800 is rated as "Excellent" for MOT reliability.

The leading cause of MOT failure for the 2009 Suzuki Vzr1800 is Motorcycle brakes, responsible for 0.8% of failures. 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 range from £150–400. Motorcycle structure and attachments is the second most common issue at 0.8%. Motorcycle suspension follows at 0.8%.

Top failures specific to 2009 models only. The overall Vzr1800 page may show different rankings.

What Fails Most

Motorcycle brakes 0.8%
Motorcycle structure and attachments 0.8%
Motorcycle suspension 0.8%

What Fails on This Car?

Click a category to see specific failure items.

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MOT failure categories ranked by failure rate
RankFailure CategoryRate (%)Count
1Motorcycle Brakes0.8%1
2Motorcycle Structure And Attachments0.8%1
3Motorcycle Suspension0.8%1
4Motorcycle Tyres0.8%1

Failures per 10,000 Miles

avg. 11,702 mi

For 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.

Motorcycle brakes0.64% per 10K miMotorcycle structure and attachments0.64% per 10K miMotorcycle suspension0.64% per 10K miMotorcycle tyres0.64% per 10K mi
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Mileage-normalised failure rates by category
CategoryRate / 10K miRaw %Count
Motorcycle brakes0.640.8%1
Motorcycle structure and attachments0.640.8%1
Motorcycle suspension0.640.8%1
Motorcycle tyres0.640.8%1

Mileage Statistics

11,702
Mean
6,683
Median
5,123
25th Percentile
9,846
75th Percentile
10.25% failures per 10K miles

Mileage-adjusted failure rate — accounts for how much this model year is typically driven.

About This Data

The 2009 Suzuki Vzr1800 has an MOT pass rate of 88.0% based on 133 tests — well above the UK average for UK vehicles. Cars of this vintage present for MOT with an average of 11,702 miles on the odometer. With a 12.0% failure rate, the 2009 Vzr1800 is rated as "Excellent" for MOT reliability.

If you own or are considering buying a 2009 Suzuki Vzr1800, you can expect reliable MOT performance overall. Before your MOT, pay particular attention to motorcycle brakes: 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). With relatively low average mileage of 11,702 miles, many of these vehicles are still in good mechanical condition.

Motorcycle brakes — 0.8% of failures

Motorcycle brakes issues account for 0.8% of MOT failures on 2009 Suzuki Vzr1800 models. 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 structure and attachments — 0.8% of failures

Motorcycle structure and attachments issues account for 0.8% of MOT failures on 2009 Suzuki Vzr1800 models. 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 suspension — 0.8% of failures

Motorcycle suspension issues account for 0.8% of MOT failures on 2009 Suzuki Vzr1800 models. 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.

Based on DVSA anonymised MOT test data (2005–2024). Crown copyright, Open Government Licence v3.0.

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