Suzuki Gsx 1250 Fal2
MotorcycleFrom 423 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 headlamp missing, inoperative or more than ½ not functioning in the case of led, brake lining or pad worn below 1.0mm and a shock absorber not functioning or leaking severely. The top issue, a headlamp missing, inoperative or more than ½ not functioning in the case of led, caused 4 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 headlamp missing, inoperative or more than ½ not functioning in the case of led | 4 |
| brake lining or pad worn below 1.0mm | 4 |
| a shock absorber not functioning or leaking severely | 3 |
| rear registration plate lamp does not illuminate simultaneously with the position lamps | 2 |
| a tyre valve seriously damaged or misaligned likely which could cause sudden deflation of the tyre | 2 |
| brake control has insufficient reserve travel | 2 |
| stop lamp missing, inoperative or in the case of a multiple light source more than 1/2 not functioning | 1 |
| headlamp aim unable to be tested | 1 |
| a wheel bearing with excessive play | 1 |
| handlebar grip insecure to handlebar | 1 |
By registration year
| Year | Pass rate | Top failures |
|---|---|---|
| 2013 | 94.3% | brake lining or pad worn below 1.0mm, a headlamp missing, inoperative or more than ½ not functioning in the case of led |
| 2012 | 90.3% | a shock absorber not functioning or leaking severely, a tyre valve seriously damaged or misaligned likely which could cause sudden deflation of the tyre |
Typical mileage
Half of all Gsx 1250 Fal2s tested had between 12,462 and 26,123 miles on the clock. Relatively low mileage overall. Many are still fairly young.
At 17,718 median miles, the Gsx 1250 Fal2 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 Gsx 1250 Fal2 MOT pass rate?
The Suzuki Gsx 1250 Fal2 has a 92.9% MOT pass rate based on 423 real MOT tests. This is above the national average.
What are common MOT failures on a Suzuki Gsx 1250 Fal2?
The most common MOT failure on the Suzuki Gsx 1250 Fal2 is a headlamp missing, inoperative or more than ½ not functioning in the case of led, which caused 4 failures. Other common issues include brake lining or pad worn below 1.0mm.
What is the typical mileage of a Suzuki Gsx 1250 Fal2 at MOT?
The median mileage at MOT for a Suzuki Gsx 1250 Fal2 is 17,718 miles. The middle 50% of vehicles tested have between 12,462 and 26,123 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.