Cars with the worst UK MOT suspension failure rate

01

Jaguar S Type

23,764 tests · 94,209 avg mi · 69.1% pass

35.4%

Suspension faults account for 35.4% of the S Type's MOT tests, across a fleet averaging 94k miles. The most common recorded suspension failures are a torn suspension dust cover and a missing suspension dust cover. A first-time pass rate of 69.1% and a 4.0% pass-after-rectification rate together suggest suspension faults here are often caught and sorted rather than terminal.

02

Chrysler Jeep Patriot

1,298 tests · 106,517 avg mi · 60.3% pass

29.1%

Suspension faults account for 29.1% of the Patriot's MOT tests, across a fleet averaging 107k miles. The most common recorded suspension failures are worn suspension bushes and 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. A first-time pass rate of 60.3% and a 4.9% pass-after-rectification rate together suggest suspension faults here are often caught and sorted rather than terminal.

03

Mitsubishi Space Star

2,861 tests · 90,006 avg mi · 57.0% pass

28.1%

Suspension faults account for 28.1% of the Space Star's MOT tests, across a fleet averaging 90k miles. The most common recorded suspension failures are 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 and a torn suspension dust cover. A first-time pass rate of 57.0% and a 4.6% pass-after-rectification rate together suggest suspension faults here are often caught and sorted rather than terminal.

04

Ford Freda

1,716 tests · 142,691 avg mi · 62.2% pass

27.4%

Suspension faults account for 27.4% of the Freda's MOT tests, across a fleet averaging 143k miles. The most common recorded suspension failures are 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 and a torn suspension dust cover. A first-time pass rate of 62.2% and a 4.0% pass-after-rectification rate together suggest suspension faults here are often caught and sorted rather than terminal.

05

Mazda Mpv

1,374 tests · 142,668 avg mi · 58.5% pass

26.1%

Suspension faults account for 26.1% of the Mpv's MOT tests, across a fleet averaging 143k miles. The most common recorded suspension failures are 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 and a torn suspension dust cover. A first-time pass rate of 58.5% and a 5.6% pass-after-rectification rate together suggest suspension faults here are often caught and sorted rather than terminal.

06

Mazda Demio

1,300 tests · 69,676 avg mi · 71.1% pass

25.2%

Suspension faults account for 25.2% of the Demio's MOT tests, across a fleet averaging 70k miles. The most common recorded suspension failures are 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 and a torn suspension dust cover. A first-time pass rate of 71.1% and a 3.5% pass-after-rectification rate together suggest suspension faults here are often caught and sorted rather than terminal.

07

Honda Prelude

2,931 tests · 107,350 avg mi · 71.8% pass

25.1%

Suspension faults account for 25.1% of the Prelude's MOT tests, across a fleet averaging 107k miles. The most common recorded suspension failures are a torn suspension dust cover and 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. A first-time pass rate of 71.8% and a 3.2% pass-after-rectification rate together suggest suspension faults here are often caught and sorted rather than terminal.

08

Rover 75

14,438 tests · 105,162 avg mi · 67.1% pass

25.1%

Suspension faults account for 25.1% of the 75's MOT tests, across a fleet averaging 105k miles. The most common recorded suspension failures are 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 and worn suspension bushes. A first-time pass rate of 67.1% and a 4.1% pass-after-rectification rate together suggest suspension faults here are often caught and sorted rather than terminal.

09

Dodge Caliber

1,770 tests · 95,588 avg mi · 57.7% pass

23.9%

Suspension faults account for 23.9% of the Caliber's MOT tests, across a fleet averaging 96k miles. The most common recorded suspension failures are worn suspension bushes and worn suspension bushes. A first-time pass rate of 57.7% and a 6.3% pass-after-rectification rate together suggest suspension faults here are often caught and sorted rather than terminal.

10

Daihatsu Charade

2,315 tests · 63,060 avg mi · 65.4% pass

23.4%

Suspension faults account for 23.4% of the Charade's MOT tests, across a fleet averaging 63k miles. The most common recorded suspension failures are 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 and a torn suspension dust cover. A first-time pass rate of 65.4% and a 4.4% pass-after-rectification rate together suggest suspension faults here are often caught and sorted rather than terminal.

11

Mazda Bongo

19,244 tests · 132,505 avg mi · 64.8% pass

22.0%

Suspension faults account for 22.0% of the Bongo's MOT tests, across a fleet averaging 133k miles. The most common recorded suspension failures are 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 and a torn suspension dust cover. A first-time pass rate of 64.8% and a 4.0% pass-after-rectification rate together suggest suspension faults here are often caught and sorted rather than terminal.

12

Chevrolet Trax

2,830 tests · 82,171 avg mi · 72.7% pass

21.4%

Suspension faults account for 21.4% of the Trax's MOT tests, across a fleet averaging 82k miles. The most common recorded suspension failures are a torn suspension dust cover and a missing suspension dust cover. A first-time pass rate of 72.7% and a 3.5% pass-after-rectification rate together suggest suspension faults here are often caught and sorted rather than terminal.

13

Peugeot 4007

2,840 tests · 124,668 avg mi · 66.6% pass

20.8%

Suspension faults account for 20.8% of the 4007's MOT tests, across a fleet averaging 125k miles. The most common recorded suspension failures are a torn suspension dust cover and worn suspension bushes. A first-time pass rate of 66.6% and a 5.2% pass-after-rectification rate together suggest suspension faults here are often caught and sorted rather than terminal.

14

Mazda 323

3,400 tests · 84,698 avg mi · 66.5% pass

20.7%

Suspension faults account for 20.7% of the 323's MOT tests, across a fleet averaging 85k miles. The most common recorded suspension failures are 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 and a torn suspension dust cover. A first-time pass rate of 66.5% and a 4.2% pass-after-rectification rate together suggest suspension faults here are often caught and sorted rather than terminal.

15

Mitsubishi Shogun Pinin

2,505 tests · 84,855 avg mi · 62.2% pass

19.9%

Suspension faults account for 19.9% of the Shogun Pinin's MOT tests, across a fleet averaging 85k miles. The primary suspension fault on record is 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. Owner-flagged: Land Rover Discovery runs rings around it on the road for refinement…

16

Mitsubishi Carisma

1,533 tests · 107,125 avg mi · 61.8% pass

19.8%

Suspension faults account for 19.8% of the Carisma's MOT tests, across a fleet averaging 107k miles. The most common recorded suspension failures are a torn suspension dust cover and worn suspension bushes. A first-time pass rate of 61.8% and a 4.8% pass-after-rectification rate together suggest suspension faults here are often caught and sorted rather than terminal.

17

Mazda Unclassified

2,355 tests · 125,686 avg mi · 66.4% pass

19.3%

Suspension faults account for 19.3% of the Unclassified's MOT tests, across a fleet averaging 126k miles. The most common recorded suspension failures are 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 and a torn suspension dust cover. A first-time pass rate of 66.4% and a 3.3% pass-after-rectification rate together suggest suspension faults here are often caught and sorted rather than terminal.

18

Citroen C Crosser

3,514 tests · 126,729 avg mi · 67.7% pass

19.1%

Suspension faults account for 19.1% of the C Crosser's MOT tests, across a fleet averaging 127k miles. The most common recorded suspension failures are a torn suspension dust cover and worn suspension bushes. A first-time pass rate of 67.7% and a 4.3% pass-after-rectification rate together suggest suspension faults here are often caught and sorted rather than terminal.

19

Mercedes Benz C 320

2,602 tests · 118,002 avg mi · 73.1% pass

18.9%

Suspension faults account for 18.9% of the C 320's MOT tests, across a fleet averaging 118k miles. The most common recorded suspension failures are worn suspension bushes and a broken or weak spring. Owner-flagged: C220 CDI with automatic gearbox is disappointing. Surprising quality issues with pre-facelift…

20

Daihatsu Terios

7,322 tests · 91,189 avg mi · 67.2% pass

18.9%

Suspension faults account for 18.9% of the Terios's MOT tests, across a fleet averaging 91k miles. The most common recorded suspension failures are 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 and a torn suspension dust cover. A first-time pass rate of 67.2% and a 4.1% pass-after-rectification rate together suggest suspension faults here are often caught and sorted rather than terminal.

21

Mercedes Benz Clc

17,645 tests · 101,320 avg mi · 68.6% pass

18.7%

Suspension faults account for 18.7% of the Clc's MOT tests, across a fleet averaging 101k miles. The most common recorded suspension failures are worn suspension bushes and a broken or weak spring. A first-time pass rate of 68.6% and a 4.7% pass-after-rectification rate together suggest suspension faults here are often caught and sorted rather than terminal.

22

Nissan Cabstar

20,515 tests · 91,710 avg mi · 61.7% pass

18.3%

Suspension faults account for 18.3% of the Cabstar's MOT tests, across a fleet averaging 92k miles. The most common recorded suspension failures are worn suspension bushes and a worn shock-absorber bush. A first-time pass rate of 61.7% and a 4.2% pass-after-rectification rate together suggest suspension faults here are often caught and sorted rather than terminal.

23

Daewoo Matiz

1,838 tests · 57,123 avg mi · 57.6% pass

18.2%

Suspension faults account for 18.2% of the Matiz's MOT tests, across a fleet averaging 57k miles. The most common recorded suspension failures are 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 and worn suspension bushes. A first-time pass rate of 57.6% and a 5.2% pass-after-rectification rate together suggest suspension faults here are often caught and sorted rather than terminal.

24

Jaguar XK

18,931 tests · 64,885 avg mi · 84.8% pass

18.1%

Suspension faults account for 18.1% of the XK's MOT tests, across a fleet averaging 65k miles. The most common recorded suspension failures are a torn suspension dust cover and a missing suspension dust cover. With a 84.8% first-time pass rate, these suspension faults are worth factoring into any used-car budget as likely near-term costs.

25

Honda FR V

13,692 tests · 128,245 avg mi · 63.8% pass

18.0%

Suspension faults account for 18.0% of the FR V's MOT tests, across a fleet averaging 128k miles. The most common recorded suspension failures are a torn suspension dust cover and 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. A first-time pass rate of 63.8% and a 7.2% pass-after-rectification rate together suggest suspension faults here are often caught and sorted rather than terminal.

26

Mazda 5

20,585 tests · 105,526 avg mi · 63.4% pass

17.5%

Suspension faults account for 17.5% of the 5's MOT tests, across a fleet averaging 106k miles. The most common recorded suspension failures are worn suspension bushes and worn suspension bushes. Owner-flagged: Phantom fault with 2012/62 Ma

27

Mazda E Series

1,837 tests · 118,430 avg mi · 67.3% pass

17.3%

Suspension faults account for 17.3% of the E Series's MOT tests, across a fleet averaging 118k miles. The most common recorded suspension failures are 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 and a torn suspension dust cover. A first-time pass rate of 67.3% and a 3.5% pass-after-rectification rate together suggest suspension faults here are often caught and sorted rather than terminal.

28

Rover 45

3,677 tests · 80,022 avg mi · 64.9% pass

17.3%

Suspension faults account for 17.3% of the 45's MOT tests, across a fleet averaging 80k miles. The most common recorded suspension failures are 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 and a torn suspension dust cover. A first-time pass rate of 64.9% and a 5.2% pass-after-rectification rate together suggest suspension faults here are often caught and sorted rather than terminal.

29

Chevrolet Kalos

4,779 tests · 68,190 avg mi · 59.5% pass

17.1%

Suspension faults account for 17.1% of the Kalos's MOT tests, across a fleet averaging 68k miles. The most common recorded suspension failures are 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 and worn suspension bushes. A first-time pass rate of 59.5% and a 5.9% pass-after-rectification rate together suggest suspension faults here are often caught and sorted rather than terminal.

30

Kia Cerato

1,470 tests · 88,409 avg mi · 60.7% pass

16.8%

Suspension faults account for 16.8% of the Cerato's MOT tests, across a fleet averaging 88k miles. The most common recorded suspension failures are 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 and worn suspension bushes. A first-time pass rate of 60.7% and a 4.9% pass-after-rectification rate together suggest suspension faults here are often caught and sorted rather than terminal.