1995 Suzuki Cappuccino — MOT failures & pass rate
Across 379 MOT tests, the 1995 Suzuki Cappuccino recorded a 76.0% pass rate. That is effectively the same as all cars of a similar age (24.2% fail rate), so the MOT record here is unremarkable in either direction. Failures cluster in suspension, emissions & environmental and lighting & signalling.
What the MOT record shows
One area stands out: suspension, recorded in 11.6% of tests against 8.2% for the next-worst category.
At component level the recurring items are catalyst emissions, component mounting prescribed areas and prescribed areas — catalyst emissions alone was recorded 44 times.
Mileage is the strongest signal on the record: 4.8% of 0-30k cars fail, rising to 32.0% once past 90-120k — 6.7× the risk.
Brakes is the most common advisory, noted on 26.4% of tests — work that passed today but is likely due soon.
The trend is improving — the fail rate fell from 29.3% in 2021 to 18.3% in 2025, as the worst-kept examples leave the fleet.
How it compares
Top failure categories
| # | Category | % of tests affected | Tests |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Suspension | 11.6% | 44 |
| 2 | Emissions & environmental | 8.2% | 31 |
| 3 | Lighting & signalling | 7.6% | 29 |
| 4 | Body, structure & corrosion | 6.3% | 24 |
| 5 | Brakes | 6.3% | 24 |
| 6 | Visibility | 2.6% | 10 |
Most common specific failures
The exact components most often recorded as failures — more specific than the categories above.
| # | Failure item | Times recorded |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Catalyst emissions | 44 |
| 2 | Component mounting prescribed areas | 38 |
| 3 | Prescribed areas | 18 |
| 4 | Integral vehicle structure condition | 16 |
| 5 | Headlamp aim | 15 |
| 6 | Chassis condition | 13 |
Top advisory categories
Advisories aren't failures, but they flag work likely needed soon — useful when budgeting.
| # | Category | % of tests with advisory | Tests |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Brakes | 26.4% | 100 |
| 2 | Suspension | 15.0% | 57 |
| 3 | Emissions & environmental | 11.1% | 42 |
| 4 | Body, structure & corrosion | 9.5% | 36 |
| 5 | Other defects | 7.9% | 30 |
| 6 | Tyres | 7.1% | 27 |
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 | 42 | 4.8% |
| 30-60k | 110 | 21.8% |
| 60-90k | 161 | 27.3% |
| 90-120k | 50 | 32.0% |
Trend over time
| Dataset year | Tests | Fail rate |
|---|---|---|
| 2021 | 92 | 29.3% |
| 2022 | 75 | 26.7% |
| 2023 | 71 | 22.5% |
| 2024 | 70 | 21.4% |
| 2025 | 71 | 18.3% |
What to check before buying a 1995 Cappuccino
The failure pattern for this year is specific enough to inspect against: suspension accounted for 11.6% of tests. Start there.
- Suspension (11.6% of tests): Worn drop links, bushes, springs or shocks — listen for knocks over bumps and check for uneven tyre wear. Typical repair: £150–£450 per corner.
- Emissions & environmental (8.2% of tests): More common on older diesels (DPF/EGR) — can be expensive; check for warning lights and smoke. Typical repair: £100–£600.
- Lighting & signalling (7.6% 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 1995 Suzuki Cappuccinos pass their MOT?
76.0% of the 379 1995 Suzuki Cappuccino MOT tests in this dataset passed — a 24.0% fail rate.
What is the most common MOT failure on a 1995 Suzuki Cappuccino?
Suspension, recorded in 11.6% of tests, followed by emissions & environmental (8.2%).
Does the 1995 Cappuccino get worse with mileage?
Its MOT fail rate rises from 4.8% in the 0-30k band to 32.0% in the 90-120k band.
Methodology & source. Based on 379 MOT tests. Dataset: DVSA MOT testing data (2021,2022,2023,2024,2025). Data last updated 2026-07-27. Figures reflect MOT-testable defects only — read the methodology for how these are calculated and what they don't measure.