Suzuki Gsxs 1000 S Katana
MotorcycleFrom 364 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 tyre tread depth not in accordance with the requirements, reflector missing or reflecting white to the rear and number plate does not conform to the specified requirements. The top issue, tyre tread depth not in accordance with the requirements, caused 3 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.
| tyre tread depth not in accordance with the requirements | 3 |
| reflector missing or reflecting white to the rear | 3 |
| number plate does not conform to the specified requirements | 2 |
| rear registration plate lamp does not illuminate simultaneously with the position lamps | 2 |
| handlebar grip insecure to handlebar | 2 |
| the aim of a headlamp is not within limits laid down in the requirements | 2 |
| excessive fluctuation in brake effort through each wheel revolution | 1 |
| forks or fork yoke fractured, insecure, excessively deformed or excessively corroded | 1 |
| a rear registration plate lamp or light source missing or inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps | 1 |
By registration year
| Year | Pass rate | Top failures |
|---|---|---|
| 2020 | 90.9% | excessive fluctuation in brake effort through each wheel revolution, a rear registration plate lamp or light source missing or inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps |
| 2019 | 94.9% | handlebar grip insecure to handlebar, number plate does not conform to the specified requirements |
Typical mileage
Half of all Gsxs 1000 S Katanas tested had between 2,019 and 5,971 miles on the clock. Relatively low mileage overall. Many are still fairly young.
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 S Katana MOT pass rate?
The Suzuki Gsxs 1000 S Katana has a 92.3% MOT pass rate based on 364 real MOT tests. This is above the national average.
What are common MOT failures on a Suzuki Gsxs 1000 S Katana?
The most common MOT failure on the Suzuki Gsxs 1000 S Katana is tyre tread depth not in accordance with the requirements, which caused 3 failures. Other common issues include reflector missing or reflecting white to the rear.
What is the typical mileage of a Suzuki Gsxs 1000 S Katana at MOT?
The median mileage at MOT for a Suzuki Gsxs 1000 S Katana is 3,927 miles. The middle 50% of vehicles tested have between 2,019 and 5,971 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.