Suzuki B120p vs Suzuki Vitara: reliability comparison
MOT pass rates, common faults and mileage compared from real UK MOT data.
Suzuki B120p
92%
MOT pass rate · 3 vehicles
Suzuki Vitara
76%
MOT pass rate · 108,056 vehicles
Verdict: On MOT pass rate the Suzuki B120p (92%) 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 B120p | Suzuki Vitara |
|---|---|---|
| MOT pass rate | 92% ✓ | 76% |
| MOT failure rate | 8% ✓ | 24% |
| Faults & advisories per test | 0.1 ✓ | 1.8 |
| Dangerous-fault share | 0% ✓ | 2% |
| Average mileage | 9,413 mi | 72,554 mi |
| Sample size (vehicles) | 3 | 108,056 |
Most common faults
Suzuki B120p
- Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)
- Direction indicators not working (1.5.1c)
- Horn not working (1.7.3a)
- Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)
- Wheel alignment incorrect which adversely affects the handling (2.5.1)
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 B120p (92%) and Suzuki Vitara (76%) are very close — weigh the individual measures below, and remember condition depends on age, mileage and upkeep.
Full Suzuki B120p 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.