Suzuki Rv125k3 vs Suzuki Vitara: reliability comparison
MOT pass rates, common faults and mileage compared from real UK MOT data.
Suzuki Rv125k3
90%
MOT pass rate · 6 vehicles
Suzuki Vitara
76%
MOT pass rate · 108,056 vehicles
Verdict: On MOT pass rate the Suzuki Rv125k3 (90%) 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 Rv125k3 | Suzuki Vitara |
|---|---|---|
| MOT pass rate | 90% ✓ | 76% |
| MOT failure rate | 10% ✓ | 24% |
| Faults & advisories per test | 0.3 ✓ | 1.8 |
| Dangerous-fault share | 0% ✓ | 2% |
| Average mileage | 14,199 mi | 72,554 mi |
| Sample size (vehicles) | 6 | 108,056 |
Most common faults
Suzuki Rv125k3
- Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))
- Drive chain slightly tight (6.2.1d)
- Front Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)
- Rear Stop lamp remains on when the brake is released (1.3.1e)
- Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.2.A1f(i))
- Front Floor brake test indicates a sticking brake (3.3.C2c)
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 Rv125k3 (90%) and Suzuki Vitara (76%) are very close — weigh the individual measures below, and remember condition depends on age, mileage and upkeep.
Full Suzuki Rv125k3 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.