Suzuki Gsx1300ry vs Suzuki Vitara: reliability comparison
MOT pass rates, common faults and mileage compared from real UK MOT data.
Suzuki Gsx1300ry
85%
MOT pass rate · 4 vehicles
Suzuki Vitara
76%
MOT pass rate · 108,056 vehicles
Verdict: On MOT pass rate the Suzuki Gsx1300ry (85%) 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 Gsx1300ry | Suzuki Vitara |
|---|---|---|
| MOT pass rate | 85% ✓ | 76% |
| MOT failure rate | 15% ✓ | 24% |
| Faults & advisories per test | 1.3 ✓ | 1.8 |
| Dangerous-fault share | 3% | 2% ✓ |
| Average mileage | 30,442 mi | 72,554 mi |
| Sample size (vehicles) | 4 | 108,056 |
Most common faults
Suzuki Gsx1300ry
- Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))
- Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))
- Rear Brake fluid reservoir fluid level low (3.2.B1d)
- Nearside Rear Drive chain slightly loose (6.1.7 (c) (i))
- Nearside Rear Drive chain sprocket worn, but not excessively (6.1.7 (c) (i))
- Offside Front vehicle record incorrect ,vin doesnt contain a (H) the end,previous certificates confirm error
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 Gsx1300ry (85%) and Suzuki Vitara (76%) are very close — weigh the individual measures below, and remember condition depends on age, mileage and upkeep.
Full Suzuki Gsx1300ry 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.