Suzuki 185 tx vs Suzuki Vitara: reliability comparison
MOT pass rates, common faults and mileage compared from real UK MOT data.
Suzuki 185 tx
56%
MOT pass rate · 1 vehicles
Suzuki Vitara
76%
MOT pass rate · 108,056 vehicles
Verdict: On MOT pass rate the Suzuki 185 tx (56%) and Suzuki Vitara (76%) are very close — weigh the individual measures below, and remember condition depends on age, mileage and upkeep.
Head to head
| Measure | Suzuki 185 tx | Suzuki Vitara |
|---|---|---|
| MOT pass rate | 56% | 76% ✓ |
| MOT failure rate | 44% | 24% ✓ |
| Faults & advisories per test | 0.8 ✓ | 1.8 |
| Dangerous-fault share | 0% ✓ | 2% |
| Average mileage | 29,833 mi | 72,554 mi |
| Sample size (vehicles) | 1 | 108,056 |
Most common faults
Suzuki 185 tx
- Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)
- Horn not working (1.7.3a)
- Brake pedal pivots slightly worn (3.1.3a)
- Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on main beam (1.2.2a(ii))
- Front wheel spindle securing nut locking device missing (2.3.5a)
- Direction indicator not working (1.5.1c)
Suzuki Vitara
- Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
- Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
- Fuel pipe/s corroded
- Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
- Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
- Oil leak
Reliability FAQ
On MOT pass rate the Suzuki 185 tx (56%) and Suzuki Vitara (76%) are very close — weigh the individual measures below, and remember condition depends on age, mileage and upkeep.
Full Suzuki 185 tx report Full Suzuki Vitara report Most reliable cars
Pass rates are computed over completed (pass/fail) MOT tests. Reliability also depends on age, mileage and upkeep — see each model's page for the full picture.