Suzuki E vs Suzuki Vitara: reliability comparison
MOT pass rates, common faults and mileage compared from real UK MOT data.
Suzuki E
86%
MOT pass rate · 5 vehicles
Suzuki Vitara
76%
MOT pass rate · 108,056 vehicles
Verdict: On MOT pass rate the Suzuki E (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 E | Suzuki Vitara |
|---|---|---|
| MOT pass rate | 86% ✓ | 76% |
| MOT failure rate | 14% ✓ | 24% |
| Faults & advisories per test | 0.2 ✓ | 1.8 |
| Dangerous-fault share | 0% ✓ | 2% |
| Average mileage | 39,992 mi | 72,554 mi |
| Sample size (vehicles) | 5 | 108,056 |
Most common faults
Suzuki E
- Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))
- Front Brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
- very slight play in o/s/rear reaction bracket pin
- Front wheel spindle securing nut locking device missing (2.3.3a)
- Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))
- 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 E (86%) and Suzuki Vitara (76%) are very close — weigh the individual measures below, and remember condition depends on age, mileage and upkeep.
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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.