Suzuki 650 savage vs Suzuki Alto: reliability comparison
MOT pass rates, common faults and mileage compared from real UK MOT data.
Suzuki 650 savage
88%
MOT pass rate · 5 vehicles
Suzuki Alto
74%
MOT pass rate · 84,396 vehicles
Verdict: On MOT pass rate the Suzuki 650 savage (88%) and Suzuki Alto (74%) are very close — weigh the individual measures below, and remember condition depends on age, mileage and upkeep.
Head to head
| Measure | Suzuki 650 savage | Suzuki Alto |
|---|---|---|
| MOT pass rate | 88% ✓ | 74% |
| MOT failure rate | 12% ✓ | 26% |
| Faults & advisories per test | 0.6 ✓ | 2.1 |
| Dangerous-fault share | 0% ✓ | 2% |
| Average mileage | 17,600 mi | 68,875 mi |
| Sample size (vehicles) | 5 | 84,396 |
Most common faults
Suzuki 650 savage
- Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))
- Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.2.A1f(i))
- Front Tyre has a tear caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.2a(ii))
- rear tyre side wall has slight damage
- rear wheel drive belt slack
- Front Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)
Suzuki Alto
- Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
- Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
- Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
- Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
- Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
- Offside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
Reliability FAQ
On MOT pass rate the Suzuki 650 savage (88%) and Suzuki Alto (74%) are very close — weigh the individual measures below, and remember condition depends on age, mileage and upkeep.
Full Suzuki 650 savage report Full Suzuki Alto 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.