Suzuki Gz125 vs Suzuki Vitara: reliability comparison
MOT pass rates, common faults and mileage compared from real UK MOT data.
Suzuki Gz125
74%
MOT pass rate · 3,892 vehicles
Suzuki Vitara
76%
MOT pass rate · 108,056 vehicles
More reliable
Verdict: On MOT pass rate, the Suzuki Vitara is the more reliable of the two — 76% pass first time versus 74%. It's one signal among several; check the full breakdown below.
Head to head
| Measure | Suzuki Gz125 | Suzuki Vitara |
|---|---|---|
| MOT pass rate | 74% | 76% ✓ |
| MOT failure rate | 26% | 24% ✓ |
| Faults & advisories per test | 1.3 ✓ | 1.8 |
| Dangerous-fault share | 2% | 2% |
| Average mileage | 19,267 mi | 72,554 mi |
| Sample size (vehicles) | 3,892 | 108,056 |
Most common faults
Suzuki Gz125
- Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))
- Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)
- Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))
- Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)
- Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.2.A1f(i))
- Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))
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 Vitara is the more reliable of the two — 76% pass first time versus 74%. It's one signal among several; check the full breakdown below.
Full Suzuki Gz125 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.