Suzuki Gsf 1250 Sa K8
MotorcycleFrom 400 MOT tests. Above average for its class.
Common MOT failure categories
What goes wrong?
The most common MOT failure reasons are a shock absorber not functioning or leaking severely, tyre tread depth not in accordance with the requirements and brake lining or pad worn below 1.0mm. The top issue, a shock absorber not functioning or leaking severely, caused 8 failures in 2024. Checking tread depth (1.6mm legal minimum, 3mm recommended) before your test can save an unnecessary fail. You can check prices at Black Circles if you need replacements. If you need repairs before retesting, sites like BookMyGarage let you compare local prices.
| a shock absorber not functioning or leaking severely | 8 |
| tyre tread depth not in accordance with the requirements | 5 |
| brake lining or pad worn below 1.0mm | 2 |
| reflector missing or reflecting white to the rear | 2 |
| brake performance unable to be tested | 2 |
| a direction indicator lamp missing, inoperative or in the case of a multiple light source more than 1/2 not functioning | 2 |
| number plate showing an incorrect registration | 1 |
| brake disc or drum excessively weakened, insecure or fractured | 1 |
| a wheel bearing with excessive play | 1 |
| a brake on any wheel grabbing severely | 1 |
By registration year
| Year | Pass rate | Top failures |
|---|---|---|
| 2008 | 89% | a shock absorber not functioning or leaking severely, tyre tread depth not in accordance with the requirements |
Typical mileage
Half of all Gsf 1250 Sa K8s tested had between 15,701 and 35,409 miles on the clock. Relatively low mileage overall. Many are still fairly young.
At 24,951 median miles, the Gsf 1250 Sa K8 has 0.04 failures per 10,000 miles driven.
Other Suzuki models
| Suzuki Swift | 75.7% |
| Suzuki Vitara | 85.6% |
| Suzuki Alto | 71.8% |
| Suzuki Sx4 | 76.6% |
| Suzuki Jimny | 74.9% |
Common questions
What is the Suzuki Gsf 1250 Sa K8 MOT pass rate?
The Suzuki Gsf 1250 Sa K8 has a 90% MOT pass rate based on 400 real MOT tests. This is above the national average.
What are common MOT failures on a Suzuki Gsf 1250 Sa K8?
The most common MOT failure on the Suzuki Gsf 1250 Sa K8 is a shock absorber not functioning or leaking severely, which caused 8 failures. Other common issues include tyre tread depth not in accordance with the requirements.
What is the typical mileage of a Suzuki Gsf 1250 Sa K8 at MOT?
The median mileage at MOT for a Suzuki Gsf 1250 Sa K8 is 24,951 miles. The middle 50% of vehicles tested have between 15,701 and 35,409 miles.
MOT data from DVSA anonymised test results, 2024 test year. Fleet data from DfT vehicle licensing statistics. Crown copyright, OGL v3.0. MOT pass rates are statistical summaries of test outcomes, not assessments of individual vehicle safety or condition. Always inspect a vehicle and check its full MOT history before purchasing. See terms of use.