Suzuki Kizashi
From 525 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 damaged to the extent that it does not function or showing signs of severe leakage, a brake lining or pad worn below 1.5mm and parking brake efficiency below minimum requirement. The top issue, a shock absorber damaged to the extent that it does not function or showing signs of severe leakage, caused 21 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 damaged to the extent that it does not function or showing signs of severe leakage | 21 |
| a brake lining or pad worn below 1.5mm | 15 |
| parking brake efficiency below minimum requirement | 11 |
| a suspension pin, bush or joint excessively worn | 8 |
| tyre tread depth not in accordance with the requirements | 7 |
| a lamp missing, inoperative or in the case of a multiple light source more than 1/2 not functioning | 7 |
| a rear registration plate lamp or light source missing or inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps | 6 |
| brake disc or drum significantly and obviously worn | 6 |
| a transmission shaft constant velocity joint boot missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc | 5 |
| a rear registration plate lamp or light source missing or inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources | 4 |
How serious are these failures?
Not all MOT failures are equal. 28.9% of Kizashi failures could actually strand you: fractured springs, engine faults, exhaust problems. Another 44.4% are safety issues where the car still drives but shouldn't, such as worn brakes, corroded brake pipes, and steering wear. Breakdown cover may be worth considering for this model. When it does fail, the average repair bill is around £155.
By registration year
| Year | Pass rate | Top failures |
|---|---|---|
| 2013 | 83.3% | a brake lining or pad worn below 1.5mm, a shock absorber damaged to the extent that it does not function or showing signs of severe leakage |
| 2012 | 79.5% | a shock absorber damaged to the extent that it does not function or showing signs of severe leakage, parking brake efficiency below minimum requirement |
Typical mileage
Half of all Kizashis tested had between 60,216 and 91,000 miles on the clock.
At 70,168 median miles, the Kizashi has 0.026 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 Kizashi MOT pass rate?
The Suzuki Kizashi has a 81.7% MOT pass rate based on 525 real MOT tests. This is above the national average.
What are common MOT failures on a Suzuki Kizashi?
The most common MOT failure on the Suzuki Kizashi is a shock absorber damaged to the extent that it does not function or showing signs of severe leakage, which caused 21 failures. Other common issues include a brake lining or pad worn below 1.5mm.
What is the typical mileage of a Suzuki Kizashi at MOT?
The median mileage at MOT for a Suzuki Kizashi is 70,168 miles. The middle 50% of vehicles tested have between 60,216 and 91,000 miles.
Buying a used Kizashi?
Start with the free tools. Look up the specific vehicle's MOT history on GOV.UK The mileage at each test will show if it's been wound back, and the advisory history tells you what's wearing. Cross-reference that against the typical failures above to see if anything looks unusual for this model.
The free data won't tell you about outstanding finance, theft markers, or write-off history. For that, you need a vehicle history check This is especially important on a private sale where you have fewer legal protections.
With a 81.7% pass rate and an average repair bill of £155 when things go wrong, budget accordingly. 28.9% of failures on this model could actually strand you, so breakdown cover may be worth considering.
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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.