Suzuki Gsxs 1000 Fal8
MotorcycleFrom 383 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 direction indicator lamp missing, inoperative or in the case of a multiple light source more than 1/2 not functioning, a direction indicator lamp with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning and reflector missing or reflecting white to the rear. The top issue, a direction indicator lamp missing, inoperative or in the case of a multiple light source more than 1/2 not functioning, caused 6 failures in 2024. If you need repairs before retesting, sites like BookMyGarage let you compare local prices.
| a direction indicator lamp missing, inoperative or in the case of a multiple light source more than 1/2 not functioning | 6 |
| a direction indicator lamp with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning | 2 |
| reflector missing or reflecting white to the rear | 2 |
| a wheel bearing excessively rough | 2 |
| a throttle control functioning such that safe operation of the motorcycle is affected | 1 |
| a suspension pin, bush or joint excessively worn | 1 |
| number plate does not conform to the specified requirements | 1 |
| a shock absorber not functioning or leaking severely | 1 |
| brake lining or pad worn below 1.0mm | 1 |
| a wheel bearing with excessive play | 1 |
By registration year
| Year | Pass rate | Top failures |
|---|---|---|
| 2018 | 92.7% | a direction indicator lamp missing, inoperative or in the case of a multiple light source more than 1/2 not functioning, a direction indicator lamp with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning |
| 2017 | 95.6% | a wheel bearing excessively rough, a throttle control functioning such that safe operation of the motorcycle is affected |
Typical mileage
Half of all Gsxs 1000 Fal8s tested had between 5,701 and 10,353 miles on the clock. Relatively low mileage overall. Many are still fairly young.
At 5,701 median miles, the Gsxs 1000 Fal8 has 0.114 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 Gsxs 1000 Fal8 MOT pass rate?
The Suzuki Gsxs 1000 Fal8 has a 93.5% MOT pass rate based on 383 real MOT tests. This is above the national average.
What are common MOT failures on a Suzuki Gsxs 1000 Fal8?
The most common MOT failure on the Suzuki Gsxs 1000 Fal8 is a direction indicator lamp missing, inoperative or in the case of a multiple light source more than 1/2 not functioning, which caused 6 failures. Other common issues include a direction indicator lamp with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning.
What is the typical mileage of a Suzuki Gsxs 1000 Fal8 at MOT?
The median mileage at MOT for a Suzuki Gsxs 1000 Fal8 is 5,701 miles. The middle 50% of vehicles tested have between 5,701 and 10,353 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.