Suzuki Rgv250
MotorcycleFrom 441 MOT tests. Above average for its class.
Common MOT failure categories
What goes wrong?
The most common MOT failure reasons are a shock absorber not functioning or leaking severely, a tyre valve seriously damaged or misaligned likely which could cause sudden deflation of the tyre and a wheel bearing excessively rough. The top issue, a shock absorber not functioning or leaking severely, caused 6 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 | 6 |
| a tyre valve seriously damaged or misaligned likely which could cause sudden deflation of the tyre | 6 |
| a wheel bearing excessively rough | 3 |
| significant brake effort recorded with no brake applied indicating a binding brake | 3 |
| brake efficiency below minimum requirement | 3 |
| number plate does not conform to the specified requirements | 2 |
| audible warning not working | 2 |
| a throttle control not functioning correctly | 2 |
| brake pipe inadequately clipped or supported | 2 |
| forks or fork yoke fractured, insecure, excessively deformed or excessively corroded | 2 |
By registration year
| Year | Pass rate | Top failures |
|---|---|---|
| 1991 | 96% | audible warning not working, brake control has insufficient reserve travel |
Typical mileage
Half of all Rgv250s tested had between 13,094 and 22,950 miles on the clock. Relatively low mileage overall. Many are still fairly young.
At 18,098 median miles, the Rgv250 has 0.051 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 Rgv250 MOT pass rate?
The Suzuki Rgv250 has a 90.7% MOT pass rate based on 441 real MOT tests. This is above the national average.
What are common MOT failures on a Suzuki Rgv250?
The most common MOT failure on the Suzuki Rgv250 is a shock absorber not functioning or leaking severely, which caused 6 failures. Other common issues include a tyre valve seriously damaged or misaligned likely which could cause sudden deflation of the tyre.
What is the typical mileage of a Suzuki Rgv250 at MOT?
The median mileage at MOT for a Suzuki Rgv250 is 18,098 miles. The middle 50% of vehicles tested have between 13,094 and 22,950 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.