Suzuki GS1100G Reliability, MOT Pass Rate & Common Faults
Free Suzuki GS1100G car check
Is the Suzuki GS1100G reliable? We analysed 638 real MOT tests across 103 vehicles to find out.
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The Suzuki GS1100G is above average for reliability based on real UK MOT data. Common problems include roller brake test indicates a binding brake, tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm and brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick. Here's everything you need to know before buying a used Suzuki GS1100G.
Suzuki GS1100G Number Plates
Number plates registered to a Suzuki GS1100G. Click on any registration for full vehicle details — including MOT history, mileage records, previous owners and damage history.
Suzuki GS1100G MOT Pass Rate by Year
How likely is a Suzuki GS1100G to pass its MOT? Here's the pass rate for each registration year, newest first.
Suzuki GS1100G Problems — What Goes Wrong?
The most common reasons a Suzuki GS1100G fails its MOT, ranked by how often they occur. Check for these problems before you buy.
Suzuki GS1100G Mileage — What's Normal?
How many miles does a typical Suzuki GS1100G owner drive per year? Use this to check if a car you're looking at has suspiciously low or high mileage.
Suzuki GS1100G MOT Data by Registration Year
Full breakdown of pass rate and mileage for each year. Use this to compare the Suzuki GS1100G year you're looking at.
| Year | Tests | Pass Rate | Low Mi. | Typical Mi. | High Mi. |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1983 | 119 | 81.5% | 22,760 | 44,589 | 52,276 |
| 1982 | 245 | 83.3% | 30,112 | 36,359 | 43,793 |
How Long Does a Suzuki GS1100G Last?
Based on 103 Suzuki GS1100G vehicles on UK roads.
Suzuki GS1100G Mileage Distribution
Total mileage recorded across all Suzuki GS1100G 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 GS1100G
Based on MOT pass rates across all registration years with sufficient test data.
83.3% MOT pass rate from 245 tests
81.5% MOT pass rate from 119 tests
The best year to buy a used Suzuki GS1100G is 1982, which has the highest MOT pass rate at 83.3% across 245 tests. The 1983 model year has the lowest pass rate at 81.5% — if you're looking at one from that year, budget for potential repairs and get a thorough pre-purchase inspection.
How Does the Suzuki GS1100G Compare?
MOT pass rates compared to similar models. Click any model for the full breakdown.
| Model | Pass Rate | Tests | Typical Mileage | Lifespan |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Suzuki GS1100G THIS CAR | 83.7% | 638 | 33,102 mi | 44 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 |
| Yamaha Not Stated | 92.5% | 931 | 25,869 mi | — yrs |
Compared to the Suzuki Swift (76.1% pass rate) and the Suzuki Alto (74.0% pass rate), the Suzuki GS1100G outperforms both on MOT reliability.
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Check a specific Suzuki GS1100GShould you buy a used Suzuki GS1100G?
The Suzuki GS1100G has an overall MOT pass rate of 83.7% across 638 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 GS1100G are roller brake test indicates a binding brake (14 recorded failures), tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (10), and brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (6). 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 GS1100G owner drives around 425 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 GS1100G models stay on UK roads for around 44 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.