Suzuki Drz 350 vs Suzuki Vitara: reliability comparison
MOT pass rates, common faults and mileage compared from real UK MOT data.
Suzuki Drz 350
86%
MOT pass rate · 2 vehicles
Suzuki Vitara
76%
MOT pass rate · 108,056 vehicles
Verdict: On MOT pass rate the Suzuki Drz 350 (86%) 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 Drz 350 | Suzuki Vitara |
|---|---|---|
| MOT pass rate | 86% ✓ | 76% |
| MOT failure rate | 14% ✓ | 24% |
| Faults & advisories per test | 0.1 ✓ | 1.8 |
| Dangerous-fault share | 0% ✓ | 2% |
| Average mileage | 13,233 mi | 72,554 mi |
| Sample size (vehicles) | 2 | 108,056 |
Most common faults
Suzuki Drz 350
- No pillion footpegs fitted at time of test - machine of offroad style
- Rear shock absorber has a light misting (2.4.A.1c)
- Rear tyre is "e" marked so we have passed machine - as previously instructed, but tyre is is off road style & not marked MST
- Headlamp aim too high (1.6)
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 Drz 350 (86%) and Suzuki Vitara (76%) are very close — weigh the individual measures below, and remember condition depends on age, mileage and upkeep.
Full Suzuki Drz 350 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.