Suzuki Balino vs Suzuki Vitara: reliability comparison
MOT pass rates, common faults and mileage compared from real UK MOT data.
Suzuki Balino
64%
MOT pass rate · 2 vehicles
Suzuki Vitara
76%
MOT pass rate · 108,056 vehicles
Verdict: On MOT pass rate the Suzuki Balino (64%) 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 Balino | Suzuki Vitara |
|---|---|---|
| MOT pass rate | 64% | 76% ✓ |
| MOT failure rate | 36% | 24% ✓ |
| Faults & advisories per test | 1.9 | 1.8 ✓ |
| Dangerous-fault share | 0% ✓ | 2% |
| Average mileage | 135,683 mi | 72,554 mi |
| Sample size (vehicles) | 2 | 108,056 |
Most common faults
Suzuki Balino
- Rear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)
- Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
- Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
- Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
- both front and near side rear tyres will require replacement shortly
- Offside Steering rack gaiter split (2.2.D.2d)
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 Balino (64%) and Suzuki Vitara (76%) are very close — weigh the individual measures below, and remember condition depends on age, mileage and upkeep.
Full Suzuki Balino 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.