Suzuki Gsf 1250 Sa L0
MotorcycleFrom 347 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, stop lamp missing, inoperative or in the case of a multiple light source more than 1/2 not functioning and tyre tread depth not in accordance with the requirements. The top issue, a shock absorber not functioning or leaking severely, caused 5 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 | 5 |
| stop lamp missing, inoperative or in the case of a multiple light source more than 1/2 not functioning | 4 |
| tyre tread depth not in accordance with the requirements | 4 |
| the aim of a headlamp is not within limits laid down in the requirements | 2 |
| handlebar grip insecure to handlebar | 1 |
| a tyre valve seriously damaged or misaligned likely which could cause sudden deflation of the tyre | 1 |
| wheels of a solo motorcycle sufficiently misaligned to adversely affect the handling or steering | 1 |
| brake lining or pad worn below 1.0mm | 1 |
| a rear registration plate lamp or light source missing or inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps | 1 |
| significant brake effort recorded with no brake applied indicating a binding brake | 1 |
By registration year
| Year | Pass rate | Top failures |
|---|---|---|
| 2010 | 92.9% | stop lamp missing, inoperative or in the case of a multiple light source more than 1/2 not functioning, brake lining or pad worn below 1.0mm |
Typical mileage
Half of all Gsf 1250 Sa L0s tested had between 14,642 and 41,994 miles on the clock. Relatively low mileage overall. Many are still fairly young.
At 26,052 median miles, the Gsf 1250 Sa L0 has 0.036 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 L0 MOT pass rate?
The Suzuki Gsf 1250 Sa L0 has a 90.5% MOT pass rate based on 347 real MOT tests. This is above the national average.
What are common MOT failures on a Suzuki Gsf 1250 Sa L0?
The most common MOT failure on the Suzuki Gsf 1250 Sa L0 is a shock absorber not functioning or leaking severely, which caused 5 failures. Other common issues include stop lamp missing, inoperative or in the case of a multiple light source more than 1/2 not functioning.
What is the typical mileage of a Suzuki Gsf 1250 Sa L0 at MOT?
The median mileage at MOT for a Suzuki Gsf 1250 Sa L0 is 26,052 miles. The middle 50% of vehicles tested have between 14,642 and 41,994 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.