Suzuki Gsxs 125 X Al8
MotorcycleFrom 320 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 significant brake effort recorded with no brake applied indicating a binding brake, tyre tread depth not in accordance with the requirements and reflector missing or reflecting white to the rear. The top issue, significant brake effort recorded with no brake applied indicating a binding brake, caused 15 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 | 15 |
| tyre tread depth not in accordance with the requirements | 7 |
| reflector missing or reflecting white to the rear | 6 |
| steering head bearings excessively stiff, notchy, or with excessive wear or play | 5 |
| a transmission belt, chain, sprocket or pulley excessively loose or worn | 5 |
| brake lining or pad worn below 1.0mm | 5 |
| excessive fluctuation in brake effort through each wheel revolution | 5 |
| stop lamp missing, inoperative or in the case of a multiple light source more than 1/2 not functioning | 3 |
| the aim of a headlamp is not within limits laid down in the requirements | 3 |
| wheels of a solo motorcycle sufficiently misaligned to adversely affect the handling or steering | 3 |
How serious are these failures?
Not all MOT failures are equal. 43.9% of failures are serious: 43.9% are safety issues (brakes, steering, tyre damage) and 0% could actually leave you stranded. That's close to the 44.4% average across all models. When it does fail, the average repair bill is around £71.
By registration year
| Year | Pass rate | Top failures |
|---|---|---|
| 2019 | 85.7% | brake lining or pad worn below 1.0mm, a transmission belt, chain, sprocket or pulley excessively loose or worn |
| 2018 | 76.4% | 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 Gsxs 125 X Al8s tested had between 6,120 and 19,546 miles on the clock. Relatively low mileage overall. Many are still fairly young.
At 10,138 median miles, the Gsxs 125 X Al8 has 0.197 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 125 X Al8 MOT pass rate?
The Suzuki Gsxs 125 X Al8 has a 80% MOT pass rate based on 320 real MOT tests. This is above the national average.
What are common MOT failures on a Suzuki Gsxs 125 X Al8?
The most common MOT failure on the Suzuki Gsxs 125 X Al8 is significant brake effort recorded with no brake applied indicating a binding brake, which caused 15 failures. Other common issues include tyre tread depth not in accordance with the requirements.
What is the typical mileage of a Suzuki Gsxs 125 X Al8 at MOT?
The median mileage at MOT for a Suzuki Gsxs 125 X Al8 is 10,138 miles. The middle 50% of vehicles tested have between 6,120 and 19,546 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.