2016 Suzuki Celerio — MOT failures & pass rate
Across 42,487 MOT tests analysed for the 2016 Suzuki Celerio, the most common recorded failure areas were visibility, brakes and lighting & signalling. Its pass rate of 91.7% was above the average for city cars of a similar age (86.5%). Higher-mileage examples failed more often — 24.6% in the 150k+ group versus 5.4% in the 0-30k group.
How it compares
Top failure categories
| # | Category | % of tests affected | Tests |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Visibility | 5.2% | 2,201 |
| 2 | Brakes | 3.4% | 1,429 |
| 3 | Lighting & signalling | 3.3% | 1,395 |
| 4 | Tyres | 3.1% | 1,321 |
| 5 | Suspension | 0.7% | 290 |
| 6 | Seat belts & restraints | 0.4% | 193 |
Most common specific failures
The exact components most often recorded as failures — more specific than the categories above.
| # | Failure item | Times recorded |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Wipers | 2,233 |
| 2 | Tread depth | 751 |
| 3 | Rigid brake pipes | 686 |
| 4 | Stop lamp | 662 |
| 5 | Washers | 563 |
| 6 | Headlamp aim | 533 |
Top advisory categories
Advisories aren't failures, but they flag work likely needed soon — useful when budgeting.
| # | Category | % of tests with advisory | Tests |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Tyres | 24.2% | 10,284 |
| 2 | Brakes | 15.4% | 6,534 |
| 3 | Other defects | 4.6% | 1,950 |
| 4 | Suspension | 4.2% | 1,778 |
| 5 | Visibility | 3.5% | 1,497 |
| 6 | Lighting & signalling | 1.4% | 601 |
Failure rate by mileage
Higher-mileage cars tend to fail more — often the most useful guide to real condition.
| Mileage band | Tests | Fail rate |
|---|---|---|
| 0-30k | 18,674 | 5.4% |
| 30-60k | 17,659 | 9.5% |
| 60-90k | 4,870 | 13.0% |
| 90-120k | 995 | 16.2% |
| 120-150k | 192 | 19.8% |
| 150k+ | 69 | 24.6% |
Failure rate by age
Trend over time
| Dataset year | Tests | Fail rate |
|---|---|---|
| 2021 | 8,463 | 6.3% |
| 2022 | 8,482 | 7.4% |
| 2023 | 8,525 | 8.0% |
| 2024 | 8,427 | 9.4% |
| 2025 | 8,590 | 10.5% |
What to check before buying a 2016 Celerio
Before buying a 2016 Suzuki Celerio, focus on the areas it most often fails on. Visibility accounted for 5.2% of tests for this year.
- Visibility (5.2% of tests): Wipers, washers, mirrors and screen damage — usually inexpensive, but check for chips in the driver's line of sight. Typical repair: £15–£150.
- Brakes (3.4% of tests): Pads/discs are routine wear; binding, imbalance or corroded pipes are more serious — test for pulling under braking. Typical repair: £100–£350 per axle.
- Lighting & signalling (3.3% of tests): Often a cheap bulb, but persistent issues can mean wiring or corrosion in the units. Typical repair: £10–£150.
Repair costs are rough UK ballpark ranges to set expectations, not quotes — actual prices vary widely by car, parts and garage.
Frequently asked questions
How many 2016 Suzuki Celerios pass their MOT?
91.7% of the 42,487 2016 Suzuki Celerio MOT tests in this dataset passed — a 8.3% fail rate.
What is the most common MOT failure on a 2016 Suzuki Celerio?
Visibility, recorded in 5.2% of tests, followed by brakes (3.4%).
Does the 2016 Celerio get worse with mileage?
Its MOT fail rate rises from 5.4% in the 0-30k band to 24.6% in the 150k+ band.
Methodology & source. Based on 42,487 MOT tests. Dataset: DVSA MOT testing data (2021,2022,2023,2024,2025). Data last updated 2026-07-01. Figures reflect MOT-testable defects only — read the methodology for how these are calculated and what they don't measure.