Suzuki Gsf1250
MotorcycleFrom 399 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 a shock absorber not functioning or leaking severely, significant brake effort recorded with no brake applied indicating a binding brake 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 |
| significant brake effort recorded with no brake applied indicating a binding brake | 3 |
| tyre tread depth not in accordance with the requirements | 3 |
| a stop lamp(s) does not illuminate by the operation of both brake controls or remains on when the brakes are released | 2 |
| a rear registration plate lamp or light source missing or inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps | 2 |
| a transmission belt or chain excessively tight | 2 |
| on a motorcycle with two front or rear wheels, there is no recorded brake effort at a wheel | 2 |
| brake efficiency below minimum requirement | 2 |
| brake fluid below minimum mark | 1 |
| a transmission belt, chain, sprocket or pulley excessively loose or worn | 1 |
By registration year
| Year | Pass rate | Top failures |
|---|---|---|
| 2008 | 91.5% | a shock absorber not functioning or leaking severely, brake fluid below minimum mark |
| 2007 | 88.3% | a shock absorber not functioning or leaking severely, a rear registration plate lamp or light source missing or inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps |
Typical mileage
Half of all Gsf1250s tested had between 15,127 and 33,442 miles on the clock. Relatively low mileage overall. Many are still fairly young.
At 21,192 median miles, the Gsf1250 has 0.042 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 Gsf1250 MOT pass rate?
The Suzuki Gsf1250 has a 91% MOT pass rate based on 399 real MOT tests. This is above the national average.
What are common MOT failures on a Suzuki Gsf1250?
The most common MOT failure on the Suzuki Gsf1250 is a shock absorber not functioning or leaking severely, which caused 5 failures. Other common issues include significant brake effort recorded with no brake applied indicating a binding brake.
What is the typical mileage of a Suzuki Gsf1250 at MOT?
The median mileage at MOT for a Suzuki Gsf1250 is 21,192 miles. The middle 50% of vehicles tested have between 15,127 and 33,442 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.