Suzuki Alto gl vs Suzuki Unknown: reliability comparison
MOT pass rates, common faults and mileage compared from real UK MOT data.
Suzuki Alto gl
65%
MOT pass rate · 1,575 vehicles
Suzuki Unknown
84%
MOT pass rate · 512,746 vehicles
More reliable
Verdict: On MOT pass rate, the Suzuki Unknown is the more reliable of the two — 84% pass first time versus 65%. It's one signal among several; check the full breakdown below.
Head to head
| Measure | Suzuki Alto gl | Suzuki Unknown |
|---|---|---|
| MOT pass rate | 65% | 84% ✓ |
| MOT failure rate | 35% | 16% ✓ |
| Faults & advisories per test | 0.0 ✓ | 0.8 |
| Dangerous-fault share | — ✓ | 4% |
| Average mileage | 67,428 mi | 20,498 mi |
| Sample size (vehicles) | 1,575 | 512,746 |
Most common faults
Suzuki Alto gl
No fault breakdown available.
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 Unknown is the more reliable of the two — 84% pass first time versus 65%. It's one signal among several; check the full breakdown below.
Full Suzuki Alto gl 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.