Suzuki 185 vs Suzuki Unknown: reliability comparison
MOT pass rates, common faults and mileage compared from real UK MOT data.
Suzuki 185
87%
MOT pass rate · 7 vehicles
Suzuki Unknown
84%
MOT pass rate · 512,746 vehicles
Verdict: On MOT pass rate the Suzuki 185 (87%) and Suzuki Unknown (84%) are very close — weigh the individual measures below, and remember condition depends on age, mileage and upkeep.
Head to head
| Measure | Suzuki 185 | Suzuki Unknown |
|---|---|---|
| MOT pass rate | 87% ✓ | 84% |
| MOT failure rate | 13% ✓ | 16% |
| Faults & advisories per test | 0.2 ✓ | 0.8 |
| Dangerous-fault share | 0% ✓ | 4% |
| Average mileage | 15,261 mi | 20,498 mi |
| Sample size (vehicles) | 7 | 512,746 |
Most common faults
Suzuki 185
- Front Direction indicators not working (1.5.1c)
- Front Horn not working (1.7.3a)
- Rear Direction indicators not working (1.5.1c)
- Front Wheel spoke slightly loose. (4.2.1b)
- Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on dipped beam (1.2.2a(i))
- Brake pedal has inadequate reserve travel (3.1.3b)
Suzuki Unknown
- Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))
- Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))
- Chain guard missing
- Rear reflector missing (4.8.2 (a) (ii))
- Front Brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
- Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
Reliability FAQ
On MOT pass rate the Suzuki 185 (87%) and Suzuki Unknown (84%) are very close — weigh the individual measures below, and remember condition depends on age, mileage and upkeep.
Full Suzuki 185 report Full Suzuki Unknown 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.