Suzuki Vl
MotorcycleFrom 390 MOT tests. Above average for its class.
Common MOT failure categories
What goes wrong?
The most common MOT failure reasons are a transmission belt, chain, sprocket or pulley excessively loose or worn, tyre tread depth not in accordance with the requirements, a tyre with a lump, bulge or tear caused by separation or partial failure of its structure and including any lifting of the tread rubber. The top issue, a transmission belt, chain, sprocket or pulley excessively loose or worn, caused 12 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 transmission belt, chain, sprocket or pulley excessively loose or worn | 12 |
| tyre tread depth not in accordance with the requirements | 3 |
| a tyre with a lump, bulge or tear caused by separation or partial failure of its structure, including any lifting of the tread rubber | 2 |
| steering head bearings excessively stiff, notchy, or with excessive wear or play | 2 |
| a wheel bearing play so excessive it is likely to break up or directional control impaired | 2 |
| a wheel bearing with excessive play | 2 |
| the aim of a headlamp is not within limits laid down in the requirements | 1 |
| significant brake effort recorded with no brake applied indicating a binding brake | 1 |
| a tyre with a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords | 1 |
| lever or pedal pivot has excessive wear or free play | 1 |
By registration year
| Year | Pass rate | Top failures |
|---|---|---|
| 2016 | 94.7% | tyre tread depth not in accordance with the requirements, a tyre with a lump, bulge or tear caused by separation or partial failure of its structure, including any lifting of the tread rubber |
Typical mileage
Half of all Vls tested had between 7,566 and 18,664 miles on the clock. Relatively low mileage overall. Many are still fairly young.
At 12,108 median miles, the Vl has 0.083 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 Vl MOT pass rate?
The Suzuki Vl has a 90% MOT pass rate based on 390 real MOT tests. This is above the national average.
What are common MOT failures on a Suzuki Vl?
The most common MOT failure on the Suzuki Vl is a transmission belt, chain, sprocket or pulley excessively loose or worn, which caused 12 failures. Other common issues include tyre tread depth not in accordance with the requirements.
What is the typical mileage of a Suzuki Vl at MOT?
The median mileage at MOT for a Suzuki Vl is 12,108 miles. The middle 50% of vehicles tested have between 7,566 and 18,664 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.