Suzuki Tser vs Suzuki Vitara: reliability comparison
MOT pass rates, common faults and mileage compared from real UK MOT data.
Suzuki Tser
78%
MOT pass rate · 1 vehicles
Suzuki Vitara
76%
MOT pass rate · 108,056 vehicles
Verdict: On MOT pass rate the Suzuki Tser (78%) 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 Tser | Suzuki Vitara |
|---|---|---|
| MOT pass rate | 78% ✓ | 76% |
| MOT failure rate | 22% ✓ | 24% |
| Faults & advisories per test | 0.8 ✓ | 1.8 |
| Dangerous-fault share | 0% ✓ | 2% |
| Average mileage | 36,605 mi | 72,554 mi |
| Sample size (vehicles) | 1 | 108,056 |
Most common faults
Suzuki Tser
- Front Wheel damaged but not significantly reducing the original strength (4.2.1a)
- Front Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim. (4.2.2)
- Front Wheel has a slightly eccentric bead rim. (4.2.2)
- Rear Wheel has an excessively distorted bead rim. (4.2.2)
- Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)
- Nearside Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)
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 Tser (78%) and Suzuki Vitara (76%) are very close — weigh the individual measures below, and remember condition depends on age, mileage and upkeep.
Full Suzuki Tser 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.