Suzuki An400
MotorcycleFrom 1,173 MOT tests. Above average for its class.
Common MOT failure categories
Pass rate by registration year
What goes wrong?
The most common MOT failure reasons are a shock absorber not functioning or leaking severely, tyre tread depth not in accordance with the requirements and brake lining or pad worn below 1.0mm. The top issue, a shock absorber not functioning or leaking severely, caused 33 failures in 2024. Checking tread depth (1.6mm legal minimum, 3mm recommended) before your test can save an unnecessary fail. You can check prices at Black Circles if you need replacements. If you need repairs before retesting, sites like BookMyGarage let you compare local prices.
| a shock absorber not functioning or leaking severely | 33 |
| tyre tread depth not in accordance with the requirements | 18 |
| brake lining or pad worn below 1.0mm | 14 |
| significant brake effort recorded with no brake applied indicating a binding brake | 12 |
| stop lamp missing, inoperative or in the case of a multiple light source more than 1/2 not functioning | 11 |
| a headlamp missing, inoperative or more than ½ not functioning in the case of led | 9 |
| exhaust system leaking or insecure | 8 |
| a tyre valve seriously damaged or misaligned likely which could cause sudden deflation of the tyre | 7 |
| a stop lamp(s) does not illuminate by the operation of both brake controls or remains on when the brakes are released | 6 |
| a wheel bearing excessively rough | 6 |
How serious are these failures?
Not all MOT failures are equal. Only 27.4% of An400 failures are serious (safety or roadside), below the 44.4% average. When this car fails its MOT, it's more likely to be lights, wipers, or emissions than something dangerous. When it does fail, the average repair bill is around £68.
By registration year
| Year | Pass rate | Top failures |
|---|---|---|
| 2008 | 84.2% | tyre tread depth not in accordance with the requirements, significant brake effort recorded with no brake applied indicating a binding brake |
| 2001 | 85.3% | a shock absorber not functioning or leaking severely, a tyre valve seriously damaged or misaligned likely which could cause sudden deflation of the tyre |
| 2000 | 89.7% | exhaust noise levels in excess of those permitted, exhaust system leaking or insecure |
| 1999 | 81.3% | a shock absorber not functioning or leaking severely, a lamp missing or inoperative |
Typical mileage
Half of all An400s tested had between 15,357 and 30,756 miles on the clock. Relatively low mileage overall. Many are still fairly young.
At 21,197 median miles, the An400 has 0.071 failures per 10,000 miles driven.
Other Suzuki models
| Suzuki Swift | 75.7% |
| Suzuki Vitara | 85.6% |
| Suzuki Alto | 71.8% |
| Suzuki Sx4 | 76.6% |
| Suzuki Jimny | 74.9% |
Common questions
What is the Suzuki An400 MOT pass rate?
The Suzuki An400 has a 84.9% MOT pass rate based on 1,173 real MOT tests. This is above the national average.
What are common MOT failures on a Suzuki An400?
The most common MOT failure on the Suzuki An400 is a shock absorber not functioning or leaking severely, which caused 33 failures. Other common issues include tyre tread depth not in accordance with the requirements.
What is the typical mileage of a Suzuki An400 at MOT?
The median mileage at MOT for a Suzuki An400 is 21,197 miles. The middle 50% of vehicles tested have between 15,357 and 30,756 miles.
MOT data from DVSA anonymised test results, 2024 test year. Fleet data from DfT vehicle licensing statistics. Crown copyright, OGL v3.0. MOT pass rates are statistical summaries of test outcomes, not assessments of individual vehicle safety or condition. Always inspect a vehicle and check its full MOT history before purchasing. See terms of use.