Suzuki Gsx 1300 rk6 vs Suzuki Vitara: reliability comparison
MOT pass rates, common faults and mileage compared from real UK MOT data.
Suzuki Gsx 1300 rk6
91%
MOT pass rate · 52 vehicles
More reliable
Suzuki Vitara
76%
MOT pass rate · 108,056 vehicles
Verdict: On MOT pass rate, the Suzuki Gsx 1300 rk6 is the more reliable of the two — 91% pass first time versus 76%. It's one signal among several; check the full breakdown below.
Head to head
| Measure | Suzuki Gsx 1300 rk6 | Suzuki Vitara |
|---|---|---|
| MOT pass rate | 91% ✓ | 76% |
| MOT failure rate | 9% ✓ | 24% |
| Faults & advisories per test | 0.6 ✓ | 1.8 |
| Dangerous-fault share | 3% | 2% ✓ |
| Average mileage | 26,488 mi | 72,554 mi |
| Sample size (vehicles) | 52 | 108,056 |
Most common faults
Suzuki Gsx 1300 rk6
- Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))
- Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))
- Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)
- Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))
- Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
- Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)
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 Gsx 1300 rk6 is the more reliable of the two — 91% pass first time versus 76%. It's one signal among several; check the full breakdown below.
Full Suzuki Gsx 1300 rk6 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.