Suzuki Gsxr 125 X Al8
MotorcycleFrom 457 MOT tests. Average for its class.
Common MOT failure categories
Pass rate by registration year
What goes wrong?
The most common MOT failure reasons are significant brake effort recorded with no brake applied indicating a binding brake, steering head bearings excessively stiff, notchy, or with excessive wear or play, a transmission belt, chain and sprocket or pulley excessively loose or worn. The top issue, significant brake effort recorded with no brake applied indicating a binding brake, caused 21 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.
| significant brake effort recorded with no brake applied indicating a binding brake | 21 |
| steering head bearings excessively stiff, notchy, or with excessive wear or play | 18 |
| a transmission belt, chain, sprocket or pulley excessively loose or worn | 14 |
| brake lining or pad worn below 1.0mm | 13 |
| a shock absorber not functioning or leaking severely | 8 |
| tyre tread depth not in accordance with the requirements | 7 |
| a direction indicator lamp missing, inoperative or in the case of a multiple light source more than 1/2 not functioning | 6 |
| the aim of a headlamp is not within limits laid down in the requirements | 6 |
| stop lamp missing, inoperative or in the case of a multiple light source more than 1/2 not functioning | 6 |
| reflector missing or reflecting white to the rear | 5 |
How serious are these failures?
Not all MOT failures are equal. Only 32.7% of Gsxr 125 X Al8 failures are serious (safety or roadside), below the 44.4% average. When this car fails its MOT, it's more likely to be lights, wipers, or emissions than something dangerous. When it does fail, the average repair bill is around £58.
By registration year
| Year | Pass rate | Top failures |
|---|---|---|
| 2019 | 75.3% | significant brake effort recorded with no brake applied indicating a binding brake, a transmission belt, chain, sprocket or pulley excessively loose or worn |
| 2018 | 75% | significant brake effort recorded with no brake applied indicating a binding brake, steering head bearings excessively stiff, notchy, or with excessive wear or play |
Typical mileage
Half of all Gsxr 125 X Al8s tested had between 6,799 and 18,775 miles on the clock. Relatively low mileage overall. Many are still fairly young.
At 12,375 median miles, the Gsxr 125 X Al8 has 0.195 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 Gsxr 125 X Al8 MOT pass rate?
The Suzuki Gsxr 125 X Al8 has a 75.9% MOT pass rate based on 457 real MOT tests. This is around the national average.
What are common MOT failures on a Suzuki Gsxr 125 X Al8?
The most common MOT failure on the Suzuki Gsxr 125 X Al8 is significant brake effort recorded with no brake applied indicating a binding brake, which caused 21 failures. Other common issues include steering head bearings excessively stiff, notchy, or with excessive wear or play.
What is the typical mileage of a Suzuki Gsxr 125 X Al8 at MOT?
The median mileage at MOT for a Suzuki Gsxr 125 X Al8 is 12,375 miles. The middle 50% of vehicles tested have between 6,799 and 18,775 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.