Suzuki Tc120 vs Suzuki Vitara: reliability comparison
MOT pass rates, common faults and mileage compared from real UK MOT data.
Suzuki Tc120
75%
MOT pass rate · 12 vehicles
Suzuki Vitara
76%
MOT pass rate · 108,056 vehicles
Verdict: On MOT pass rate the Suzuki Tc120 (75%) 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 Tc120 | Suzuki Vitara |
|---|---|---|
| MOT pass rate | 75% | 76% ✓ |
| MOT failure rate | 25% | 24% ✓ |
| Faults & advisories per test | 0.6 ✓ | 1.8 |
| Dangerous-fault share | 0% ✓ | 2% |
| Average mileage | 4,251 mi | 72,554 mi |
| Sample size (vehicles) | 12 | 108,056 |
Most common faults
Suzuki Tc120
- Front Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim. (4.2.2)
- Rear position lamp does not illuminate immediately when it is switched on (1.1.3a)
- rear cush drive rubbers worn!
- Rear Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim. (4.2.2)
- Front no lights fitted at time of test day use only
- Headlamp aim too low when the centre of the headlamp is below 850mm from the ground (1.6.2)
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 Tc120 (75%) and Suzuki Vitara (76%) are very close — weigh the individual measures below, and remember condition depends on age, mileage and upkeep.
Full Suzuki Tc120 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.