Suzuki Gn 125 E Reliability, MOT Pass Rate & Common Faults
Free Suzuki Gn 125 E car check
Is the Suzuki Gn 125 E reliable? We analysed 1,525 real MOT tests across 169 vehicles to find out.
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The Suzuki Gn 125 E is above average for reliability based on real UK MOT data. Common problems include drive chain excessively loose, tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm and drive chain worn to excess. Here's everything you need to know before buying a used Suzuki Gn 125 E.
Suzuki Gn 125 E Number Plates
Number plates registered to a Suzuki Gn 125 E. Click on any registration for full vehicle details — including MOT history, mileage records, previous owners and damage history.
Suzuki Gn 125 E MOT Pass Rate by Year
How likely is a Suzuki Gn 125 E to pass its MOT? Here's the pass rate for each registration year, newest first.
Suzuki Gn 125 E Problems — What Goes Wrong?
The most common reasons a Suzuki Gn 125 E fails its MOT, ranked by how often they occur. Check for these problems before you buy.
Suzuki Gn 125 E Mileage — What's Normal?
How many miles does a typical Suzuki Gn 125 E owner drive per year? Use this to check if a car you're looking at has suspiciously low or high mileage.
Suzuki Gn 125 E MOT Data by Registration Year
Full breakdown of pass rate and mileage for each year. Use this to compare the Suzuki Gn 125 E year you're looking at.
| Year | Tests | Pass Rate | Low Mi. | Typical Mi. | High Mi. |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2008 | 63 | 81.0% | 9,094 | 13,455 | 17,024 |
| 2007 | 277 | 78.7% | 5,199 | 10,340 | 18,143 |
| 2006 | 407 | 74.9% | 4,458 | 11,192 | 21,010 |
| 2005 | 514 | 79.2% | 6,710 | 13,299 | 19,742 |
| 2004 | 137 | 70.8% | 5,574 | 11,387 | 16,229 |
| 2003 | 71 | 74.6% | 5,120 | 10,166 | 16,140 |
How Long Does a Suzuki Gn 125 E Last?
Based on 169 Suzuki Gn 125 E vehicles on UK roads.
Suzuki Gn 125 E Mileage Distribution
Total mileage recorded across all Suzuki Gn 125 E MOT tests. If the car you're looking at is above the 75th percentile, it's done more miles than most.
Best Year to Buy a Used Suzuki Gn 125 E
Based on MOT pass rates across all registration years with sufficient test data.
81.0% MOT pass rate from 63 tests
70.8% MOT pass rate from 137 tests
The best year to buy a used Suzuki Gn 125 E is 2008, which has the highest MOT pass rate at 81.0% across 63 tests. The 2004 model year has the lowest pass rate at 70.8% — if you're looking at one from that year, budget for potential repairs and get a thorough pre-purchase inspection.
How Does the Suzuki Gn 125 E Compare?
MOT pass rates compared to similar models. Click any model for the full breakdown.
| Model | Pass Rate | Tests | Typical Mileage | Lifespan |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Suzuki Gn 125 E THIS CAR | 77.0% | 1,525 | 11,730 mi | 23 yrs |
| Suzuki Swift | 76.1% | 2,247,517 | 51,601 mi | 31 yrs |
| Suzuki Alto | 74% | 1,154,186 | 41,167 mi | 28 yrs |
| Suzuki Grand Vitara | 76.2% | 1,025,634 | 67,542 mi | 28 yrs |
| Audi Q3 S Line TDI QUATTRO S-a | 88.7% | 1,475 | 83,382 mi | — yrs |
Compared to the Suzuki Swift (76.1% pass rate) and the Suzuki Alto (74.0% pass rate), the Suzuki Gn 125 E outperforms both on MOT reliability.
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Check a specific Suzuki Gn 125 EShould you buy a used Suzuki Gn 125 E?
The Suzuki Gn 125 E has an overall MOT pass rate of 77.0% across 1,525 real MOT tests — comfortably above the UK average, which puts it among the more reliable models on UK roads.
The most common problems on the Suzuki Gn 125 E are drive chain excessively loose (25 recorded failures), tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (24), and drive chain worn to excess (21). These are the faults most likely to cause an MOT failure on this model, so check for them carefully on any test drive or pre-purchase inspection. Many are wear-and-tear items that can be budgeted for, but a car that's already failing on multiple fronts may signal neglected maintenance.
A typical Suzuki Gn 125 E owner drives around 897 miles per year. If the car you're looking at is significantly above this, expect more wear on suspension, brakes and tyres. If it's well below, the vehicle may have been sitting unused — check for perished rubber, corroded discs and stale fluids.
In terms of longevity, most Suzuki Gn 125 E models stay on UK roads for around 23 years — a strong showing that suggests solid build quality and readily available parts. If you're buying one that's already approaching that window, the data suggests it has plenty of life left provided it's been maintained.
Before committing to a purchase, we recommend running a full vehicle history check on the specific car. This will reveal any outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies that the seller may not disclose — and that the MOT data alone can't tell you.