Suzuki Ux125 k8 vs Suzuki Vitara: reliability comparison
MOT pass rates, common faults and mileage compared from real UK MOT data.
Suzuki Ux125 k8
84%
MOT pass rate · 3 vehicles
Suzuki Vitara
76%
MOT pass rate · 108,056 vehicles
Verdict: On MOT pass rate the Suzuki Ux125 k8 (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 Ux125 k8 | Suzuki Vitara |
|---|---|---|
| MOT pass rate | 84% ✓ | 76% |
| MOT failure rate | 16% ✓ | 24% |
| Faults & advisories per test | 1.4 ✓ | 1.8 |
| Dangerous-fault share | 0% ✓ | 2% |
| Average mileage | 22,884 mi | 72,554 mi |
| Sample size (vehicles) | 3 | 108,056 |
Most common faults
Suzuki Ux125 k8
- Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on dipped beam (1.2.2a(i))
- Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))
- front tyre mishaped
- left hand brake control damaged
- Rear Brake lever is bent but brake can still be readily applied (3.1.3c)
- Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))
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 Ux125 k8 (84%) and Suzuki Vitara (76%) are very close — weigh the individual measures below, and remember condition depends on age, mileage and upkeep.
Full Suzuki Ux125 k8 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.