Suzuki Lt 450 vs Suzuki Vitara: reliability comparison
MOT pass rates, common faults and mileage compared from real UK MOT data.
Suzuki Lt 450
73%
MOT pass rate · 2 vehicles
Suzuki Vitara
76%
MOT pass rate · 108,056 vehicles
Verdict: On MOT pass rate the Suzuki Lt 450 (73%) 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 Lt 450 | Suzuki Vitara |
|---|---|---|
| MOT pass rate | 73% | 76% ✓ |
| MOT failure rate | 27% | 24% ✓ |
| Faults & advisories per test | 1.1 ✓ | 1.8 |
| Dangerous-fault share | 0% ✓ | 2% |
| Average mileage | — | 72,554 mi |
| Sample size (vehicles) | 2 | 108,056 |
Most common faults
Suzuki Lt 450
- Parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.C.1b)
- Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
- rear chain slight play
- Rear axle bearing slight play
- vehicle presented with mileage lower than previous test due to new odometer unit
- Nearside Rear Direction indicators not working (1.4.A.2c)
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 Lt 450 (73%) and Suzuki Vitara (76%) are very close — weigh the individual measures below, and remember condition depends on age, mileage and upkeep.
Full Suzuki Lt 450 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.