Suzuki Rv
MotorcycleFrom 805 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 transmission belt, chain, sprocket or pulley excessively loose or worn, a shock absorber not functioning or leaking severely and a wheel bearing excessively rough. The top issue, a transmission belt, chain, sprocket or pulley excessively loose or worn, caused 9 failures in 2024. If you need repairs before retesting, sites like BookMyGarage let you compare local prices.
| a transmission belt, chain, sprocket or pulley excessively loose or worn | 9 |
| a shock absorber not functioning or leaking severely | 6 |
| a wheel bearing excessively rough | 6 |
| a stop lamp(s) does not illuminate by the operation of both brake controls or remains on when the brakes are released | 5 |
| brake lining or pad worn below 1.0mm | 4 |
| reflector missing or reflecting white to the rear | 3 |
| significant brake effort recorded with no brake applied indicating a binding brake | 3 |
| a stop lamp(s) remains on when the brakes are released | 3 |
| a direction indicator lamp missing, inoperative or in the case of a multiple light source more than 1/2 not functioning | 3 |
| a wheel bearing with excessive play | 3 |
How serious are these failures?
Not all MOT failures are equal. Only 15.6% of Rv 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 £57.
By registration year
| Year | Pass rate | Top failures |
|---|---|---|
| 2017 | 93% | a mandatory tell-tale for direction indicators missing or inoperative, significant brake effort recorded with no brake applied indicating a binding brake |
| 2016 | 86.3% | a transmission belt, chain, sprocket or pulley excessively loose or worn, brake lining or pad worn below 1.0mm |
| 2015 | 90.2% | handlebar fractured, deformed or corroded to the extent that steering is adversely affected or detachment likely, reflector missing or reflecting white to the rear |
Typical mileage
Half of all Rvs tested had between 4,148 and 15,817 miles on the clock. Relatively low mileage overall. Many are still fairly young.
At 8,618 median miles, the Rv has 0.151 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 Rv MOT pass rate?
The Suzuki Rv has a 87% MOT pass rate based on 805 real MOT tests. This is above the national average.
What are common MOT failures on a Suzuki Rv?
The most common MOT failure on the Suzuki Rv is a transmission belt, chain, sprocket or pulley excessively loose or worn, which caused 9 failures. Other common issues include a shock absorber not functioning or leaking severely.
What is the typical mileage of a Suzuki Rv at MOT?
The median mileage at MOT for a Suzuki Rv is 8,618 miles. The middle 50% of vehicles tested have between 4,148 and 15,817 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.