Suzuki Wagon R MOT Check

MOT pass rates, common failures, and reliability data for the Suzuki Wagon R. Check any Wagon R by registration number below.

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82.9%

Avg Pass Rate

-5.5%

vs Suzuki Avg

Year Ranges

Good

Reliability

Suzuki Wagon R — MOT Reliability Overview

The Suzuki Wagon R has an average MOT pass rate of 82.9%, which is 5.5 percentage points below the Suzuki brand average of 88.4%. This is a strong result, indicating that the Wagon R is well-engineered and tends to age well mechanically. Owners can expect fewer surprises at MOT time.

Before buying a used Suzuki Wagon R, we recommend checking the full MOT history, write-off status, outstanding finance, and stolen vehicle status. These checks can be done for free using the registration number.

MOT Pass Rate by Year

How the Suzuki Wagon R performs at MOT across different model years.

2007

Based on 132 vehicles

56.1%Below Average

Suzuki average: 88.4%

Dangerous Defects

12.2%

Retest Rate

45.9%

2006

Based on 131 vehicles

74.8%Average

Suzuki average: 88.4%

Dangerous Defects

7.6%

Retest Rate

28.8%

2005

Based on 698 vehicles

92.4%Excellent

Suzuki average: 88.4%

Dangerous Defects

7.5%

Retest Rate

52.5%

Mileage at 5yr

41k mi

Mileage at 10yr

91k mi

2004

Based on 991 vehicles

92.4%Excellent

Suzuki average: 88.4%

Mileage at 5yr

64k mi

Mileage at 10yr

96k mi

2003

Based on 1,160 vehicles

92.2%Excellent

Suzuki average: 88.4%

Mileage at 10yr

94k mi

2002

Based on 1,577 vehicles

90.2%Excellent

Suzuki average: 88.4%

Mileage at 10yr

106k mi

2001

Based on 1,053 vehicles

88.4%Excellent

Suzuki average: 88.4%

Mileage at 10yr

94k mi

2000

Based on 1,071 vehicles

86.7%Excellent

Suzuki average: 88.4%

Mileage at 10yr

105k mi

1999

Based on 675 vehicles

81.8%Good

Suzuki average: 88.4%

Mileage at 10yr

101k mi

1998

Based on 626 vehicles

84.3%Good

Suzuki average: 88.4%

Mileage at 10yr

99k mi

1997

Based on 159 vehicles

81.1%Good

Suzuki average: 88.4%

0

Based on 252 vehicles

74.6%Average

Suzuki average: 88.4%

Mileage at 5yr

73k mi

Where Failures Occur

The areas of the vehicle most commonly flagged during MOT inspections.

Front Offside

11.4%

Front Nearside

8.3%

Rear Nearside

6.8%

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98.4% pass rate

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80.0% pass rate

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90.4% pass rate

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90.5% pass rate

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91.2% pass rate

Useful MOT Guides

Common MOT Failures

The most common reasons UK vehicles fail their MOT — and how to prepare.

MOT Checklist

Pre-MOT checklist to improve your chances of passing first time.

Advisory vs Failure

Understanding the difference between MOT advisories and failures.

See detailed fault analysis for Suzuki Wagon R

Suzuki Wagon R — Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about the Suzuki Wagon R MOT and reliability.

What is the MOT pass rate for the Suzuki Wagon R?

The average MOT pass rate for the Suzuki Wagon R is 82.9% compared to the Suzuki average of 88.4%. Pass rates vary by year — check the year-by-year breakdown on this page for details.

What are the most common MOT failures on a Suzuki Wagon R?

Check the detailed breakdown on this page for specific failure data by year range.

Is the Suzuki Wagon R reliable?

With an average MOT pass rate of 82.9%, the Suzuki Wagon R is rated as "Good" for reliability. This is a strong result suggesting good build quality and fewer common defects.

How do I check the MOT history of a Suzuki Wagon R?

Enter the vehicle's registration number in the search box at the top of this page. You will instantly see the complete MOT history including every test result, mileage readings, advisories, and dangerous defects — completely free.

What mileage should I expect on a Suzuki Wagon R?

Typical mileage for the Suzuki Wagon R: 41,140 miles at 5 years, 91,096 miles at 10 years. Use these benchmarks when evaluating a used Wagon R to spot vehicles with unusually high or low mileage.

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