Suzuki Sfv650 lo vs Suzuki Vitara: reliability comparison
MOT pass rates, common faults and mileage compared from real UK MOT data.
Suzuki Sfv650 lo
84%
MOT pass rate · 7 vehicles
Suzuki Vitara
76%
MOT pass rate · 108,056 vehicles
Verdict: On MOT pass rate the Suzuki Sfv650 lo (84%) 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 Sfv650 lo | Suzuki Vitara |
|---|---|---|
| MOT pass rate | 84% ✓ | 76% |
| MOT failure rate | 16% ✓ | 24% |
| Faults & advisories per test | 0.7 ✓ | 1.8 |
| Dangerous-fault share | 0% ✓ | 2% |
| Average mileage | 36,074 mi | 72,554 mi |
| Sample size (vehicles) | 7 | 108,056 |
Most common faults
Suzuki Sfv650 lo
- Handlebar deformed but serviceable (2.2.1 (c) (i))
- Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
- Drive chain slightly loose (6.1.7 (c) (i))
- Rear reflector missing (4.8.2 (a) (ii))
- Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))
- Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))
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 Sfv650 lo (84%) and Suzuki Vitara (76%) are very close — weigh the individual measures below, and remember condition depends on age, mileage and upkeep.
Full Suzuki Sfv650 lo 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.