Suzuki Sj413 MOT Check

MOT pass rates, common failures, and reliability data for the Suzuki Sj413. Check any Sj413 by registration number below.

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74.0%

Avg Pass Rate

-14.4%

vs Suzuki Avg

Year Ranges

Average

Reliability

Suzuki Sj413 — MOT Reliability Overview

The Suzuki Sj413 has an average MOT pass rate of 74.0%, which is 14.4 percentage points below the Suzuki brand average of 88.4%. This is a reasonable result that reflects typical UK reliability standards. Regular servicing and addressing advisories promptly will help keep your Sj413 on the road.

The most common reasons a Suzuki Sj413 fails its MOT are body, cab or chassis excessively corroded at a mounting point, the aim of a headlamp is not within limits laid down in the requirements, the strength or continuity of the load bearing structure within 30cm of any sub-frame, spring or suspension component mounting (a 'prescribed area') is significantly reduced or inadequately repaired. If you are preparing your Sj413 for its MOT, checking these areas first could save you a retest fee. Our detailed fault analysis includes estimated repair costs for each failure type.

Before buying a used Suzuki Sj413, we recommend checking the full MOT history, write-off status, outstanding finance, and stolen vehicle status. These checks can be done for free using the registration number.

MOT Pass Rate by Year

How the Suzuki Sj413 performs at MOT across different model years.

1995

Based on 113 vehicles

73.5%Average

Suzuki average: 88.4%

Dangerous Defects

0.0%

Retest Rate

15.7%

1994

Based on 94 vehicles

79.8%Good

Suzuki average: 88.4%

Dangerous Defects

1.4%

Retest Rate

13.0%

1993

Based on 74 vehicles

66.2%Average

Suzuki average: 88.4%

Dangerous Defects

0.0%

Retest Rate

21.1%

1992

Based on 159 vehicles

88.1%Excellent

Suzuki average: 88.4%

Dangerous Defects

2.7%

Retest Rate

10.9%

1991

Based on 158 vehicles

63.9%Below Average

Suzuki average: 88.4%

Dangerous Defects

2.5%

Retest Rate

23.3%

1990

Based on 107 vehicles

69.2%Average

Suzuki average: 88.4%

Dangerous Defects

1.4%

Retest Rate

23.9%

1989

Based on 63 vehicles

77.8%Good

Suzuki average: 88.4%

Dangerous Defects

2.2%

Retest Rate

20.0%

1988

Based on 116 vehicles

59.5%Below Average

Suzuki average: 88.4%

Dangerous Defects

1.2%

Retest Rate

52.9%

1987

Based on 116 vehicles

78.4%Good

Suzuki average: 88.4%

Dangerous Defects

2.3%

Retest Rate

8.0%

1986

Based on 106 vehicles

85.8%Excellent

Suzuki average: 88.4%

Dangerous Defects

2.6%

Retest Rate

13.0%

1985

Based on 47 vehicles

68.1%Average

Suzuki average: 88.4%

Dangerous Defects

0.0%

Retest Rate

8.6%

0

Based on 413 vehicles

78.2%Good

Suzuki average: 88.4%

Mileage at 5yr

68k mi

Top MOT Failures — Suzuki Sj413

The most common reasons a Suzuki Sj413 fails its MOT, aggregated across all year ranges.

Body, cab or chassis excessively corroded at a mounting point

17.2%

The aim of a headlamp is not within limits laid down in the requirements

9.9%

The strength or continuity of the load bearing structure within 30cm of any sub-frame, spring or suspension component mounting (a 'prescribed area') is significantly reduced or inadequately repaired

6.3%

Windscreen washers not working or not providing sufficient fluid to clear the windscreen

6.3%

Suzuki Sj413 Common Faults & Repair Costs

Where Failures Occur

The areas of the vehicle most commonly flagged during MOT inspections.

Front Offside

10.6%

Front Nearside

10.6%

Offside

6.2%

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Useful MOT Guides

Common MOT Failures

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MOT Checklist

Pre-MOT checklist to improve your chances of passing first time.

Advisory vs Failure

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See detailed fault analysis for Suzuki Sj413

Suzuki Sj413 — Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about the Suzuki Sj413 MOT and reliability.

What is the MOT pass rate for the Suzuki Sj413?

The average MOT pass rate for the Suzuki Sj413 is 74.0% compared to the Suzuki average of 88.4%. Pass rates vary by year — check the year-by-year breakdown on this page for details.

What are the most common MOT failures on a Suzuki Sj413?

The most common MOT failures on the Suzuki Sj413 are: Body, cab or chassis excessively corroded at a mounting point (17.2%), The aim of a headlamp is not within limits laid down in the requirements (9.9%), The strength or continuity of the load bearing structure within 30cm of any sub-frame, spring or suspension component mounting (a 'prescribed area') is significantly reduced or inadequately repaired (6.3%). These are the components most likely to cause an MOT failure.

Is the Suzuki Sj413 reliable?

With an average MOT pass rate of 74.0%, the Suzuki Sj413 is rated as "Average" for reliability. This is around average — regular maintenance is recommended to avoid common failure points.

How do I check the MOT history of a Suzuki Sj413?

Enter the vehicle's registration number in the search box at the top of this page. You will instantly see the complete MOT history including every test result, mileage readings, advisories, and dangerous defects — completely free.

What mileage should I expect on a Suzuki Sj413?

Typical mileage for the Suzuki Sj413: 67,606 miles at 5 years. Use these benchmarks when evaluating a used Sj413 to spot vehicles with unusually high or low mileage.

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