Suzuki Gsf 1250 Sa K8 Gt
MotorcycleFrom 280 MOT tests. Above average for its class.
Common MOT failure categories
Pass rate by registration year
What goes wrong?
The most common MOT failure reasons are tyre tread depth not in accordance with the requirements, a shock absorber not functioning or leaking severely and brake efficiency below minimum requirement. The top issue, tyre tread depth not in accordance with the requirements, caused 7 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.
| tyre tread depth not in accordance with the requirements | 7 |
| a shock absorber not functioning or leaking severely | 5 |
| brake efficiency below minimum requirement | 3 |
| a transmission belt or chain excessively tight | 2 |
| a wheel bearing with excessive play | 2 |
| a footrest missing or insecure | 1 |
| a transmission belt, chain, sprocket or pulley excessively loose or worn | 1 |
| rear registration plate lamp does not illuminate simultaneously with the position lamps | 1 |
| a wheel bearing excessively rough | 1 |
| on a motorcycle with two front or rear wheels, there is inadequate braking effort at a wheel | 1 |
By registration year
| Year | Pass rate | Top failures |
|---|---|---|
| 2009 | 89.3% | tyre tread depth not in accordance with the requirements, a shock absorber not functioning or leaking severely |
| 2008 | 86.9% | tyre tread depth not in accordance with the requirements, brake efficiency below minimum requirement |
Typical mileage
Half of all Gsf 1250 Sa K8 Gts tested had between 14,591 and 36,309 miles on the clock. Relatively low mileage overall. Many are still fairly young.
At 22,218 median miles, the Gsf 1250 Sa K8 Gt has 0.054 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 Gt MOT pass rate?
The Suzuki Gsf 1250 Sa K8 Gt has a 87.9% MOT pass rate based on 280 real MOT tests. This is above the national average.
What are common MOT failures on a Suzuki Gsf 1250 Sa K8 Gt?
The most common MOT failure on the Suzuki Gsf 1250 Sa K8 Gt is tyre tread depth not in accordance with the requirements, which caused 7 failures. Other common issues include a shock absorber not functioning or leaking severely.
What is the typical mileage of a Suzuki Gsf 1250 Sa K8 Gt at MOT?
The median mileage at MOT for a Suzuki Gsf 1250 Sa K8 Gt is 22,218 miles. The middle 50% of vehicles tested have between 14,591 and 36,309 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.