Suzuki Alto vs Suzuki Supercarr: reliability comparison
MOT pass rates, common faults and mileage compared from real UK MOT data.
Suzuki Alto
74%
MOT pass rate · 84,396 vehicles
More reliable
Suzuki Supercarr
62%
MOT pass rate · 39 vehicles
Verdict: On MOT pass rate, the Suzuki Alto is the more reliable of the two — 74% pass first time versus 62%. It's one signal among several; check the full breakdown below.
Head to head
| Measure | Suzuki Alto | Suzuki Supercarr |
|---|---|---|
| MOT pass rate | 74% ✓ | 62% |
| MOT failure rate | 26% ✓ | 38% |
| Faults & advisories per test | 2.1 ✓ | 2.3 |
| Dangerous-fault share | 2% | 0% ✓ |
| Average mileage | 68,875 mi | 110,891 mi |
| Sample size (vehicles) | 84,396 | 39 |
Most common faults
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))
Suzuki Supercarr
- Offside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)
- Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
- Offside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
- Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
- Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
- Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
Reliability FAQ
On MOT pass rate, the Suzuki Alto is the more reliable of the two — 74% pass first time versus 62%. It's one signal among several; check the full breakdown below.
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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.