Suzuki Ts125x vs Suzuki Vitara: reliability comparison
MOT pass rates, common faults and mileage compared from real UK MOT data.
Suzuki Ts125x
68%
MOT pass rate · 27 vehicles
Suzuki Vitara
76%
MOT pass rate · 108,056 vehicles
Verdict: On MOT pass rate the Suzuki Ts125x (68%) 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 Ts125x | Suzuki Vitara |
|---|---|---|
| MOT pass rate | 68% | 76% ✓ |
| MOT failure rate | 32% | 24% ✓ |
| Faults & advisories per test | 2.0 | 1.8 ✓ |
| Dangerous-fault share | 0% ✓ | 2% |
| Average mileage | 19,528 mi | 72,554 mi |
| Sample size (vehicles) | 27 | 108,056 |
Most common faults
Suzuki Ts125x
- Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)
- Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)
- Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)
- Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))
- Front wheel bearings have slight free play (2.3.5b)
- Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)
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 Ts125x (68%) and Suzuki Vitara (76%) are very close — weigh the individual measures below, and remember condition depends on age, mileage and upkeep.
Full Suzuki Ts125x 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.