Suzuki Intruder
MotorcycleFrom 234 MOT tests. Above average for its class.
Common MOT failure categories
What goes wrong?
The most common MOT failure reasons are a headlamp missing, inoperative or more than ½ not functioning in the case of led, significant brake effort recorded with no brake applied indicating a binding brake, stop lamp missing and inoperative or in the case of a multiple light source more than 1/2 not functioning. The top issue, a headlamp missing, inoperative or more than ½ not functioning in the case of led, caused 5 failures in 2024. If you need repairs before retesting, sites like BookMyGarage let you compare local prices.
| a headlamp missing, inoperative or more than ½ not functioning in the case of led | 5 |
| significant brake effort recorded with no brake applied indicating a binding brake | 5 |
| stop lamp missing, inoperative or in the case of a multiple light source more than 1/2 not functioning | 5 |
| a shock absorber not functioning or leaking severely | 3 |
| a rear registration plate lamp or light source missing or inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps | 2 |
| the aim of a headlamp is not within limits laid down in the requirements | 2 |
| brake performance unable to be tested | 2 |
| parking brake efficiency below minimum requirement | 2 |
| brake lining or pad worn below 1.0mm | 1 |
| a wheel bearing excessively rough | 1 |
How serious are these failures?
Not all MOT failures are equal. Only 28.6% of Intruder 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 £48.
Typical mileage
Half of all Intruders tested had between 13,530 and 30,755 miles on the clock. Relatively low mileage overall. Many are still fairly young.
At 22,308 median miles, the Intruder has 0.082 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 Intruder MOT pass rate?
The Suzuki Intruder has a 81.6% MOT pass rate based on 234 real MOT tests. This is above the national average.
What are common MOT failures on a Suzuki Intruder?
The most common MOT failure on the Suzuki Intruder is a headlamp missing, inoperative or more than ½ not functioning in the case of led, which caused 5 failures. Other common issues include significant brake effort recorded with no brake applied indicating a binding brake.
What is the typical mileage of a Suzuki Intruder at MOT?
The median mileage at MOT for a Suzuki Intruder is 22,308 miles. The middle 50% of vehicles tested have between 13,530 and 30,755 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.