Suzuki GS125ES Reliability, MOT Pass Rate & Common Faults
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Is the Suzuki GS125ES reliable? We analysed 4,085 real MOT tests across 566 vehicles to find out.
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The Suzuki GS125ES is about average for reliability based on real UK MOT data. Common problems include stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies, tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm and drive chain excessively loose. Here's everything you need to know before buying a used Suzuki GS125ES.
Suzuki GS125ES Number Plates
Number plates registered to a Suzuki GS125ES. Click on any registration for full vehicle details — including MOT history, mileage records, previous owners and damage history.
Suzuki GS125ES MOT Pass Rate by Year
How likely is a Suzuki GS125ES to pass its MOT? Here's the pass rate for each registration year, newest first.
Suzuki GS125ES Problems — What Goes Wrong?
The most common reasons a Suzuki GS125ES fails its MOT, ranked by how often they occur. Check for these problems before you buy.
Suzuki GS125ES Mileage — What's Normal?
How many miles does a typical Suzuki GS125ES owner drive per year? Use this to check if a car you're looking at has suspiciously low or high mileage.
Suzuki GS125ES MOT Data by Registration Year
Full breakdown of pass rate and mileage for each year. Use this to compare the Suzuki GS125ES year you're looking at.
| Year | Tests | Pass Rate | Low Mi. | Typical Mi. | High Mi. |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2002 | 155 | 79.4% | 9,024 | 17,832 | 30,036 |
| 2001 | 217 | 74.7% | 12,109 | 17,082 | 26,237 |
| 2000 | 898 | 73.2% | 10,694 | 17,155 | 26,359 |
| 1999 | 870 | 72.8% | 11,311 | 18,802 | 26,425 |
| 1998 | 201 | 71.1% | 13,162 | 18,470 | 28,589 |
| 1997 | 130 | 66.9% | 16,688 | 21,052 | 25,070 |
| 1996 | 151 | 75.5% | 12,822 | 18,918 | 24,142 |
| 1995 | 136 | 74.3% | 15,696 | 23,088 | 29,618 |
| 1994 | 149 | 69.8% | 15,730 | 21,933 | 28,158 |
| 1993 | 132 | 75.0% | 15,862 | 23,925 | 31,613 |
| 1992 | 133 | 70.7% | 22,947 | 30,160 | 36,888 |
| 1991 | 148 | 72.3% | 10,580 | 17,410 | 25,280 |
| 1990 | 199 | 74.4% | 17,992 | 22,898 | 33,726 |
| 1989 | 79 | 81.0% | 17,158 | 32,489 | 39,904 |
| 1985 | 67 | 73.1% | 21,098 | 32,480 | 34,007 |
| 1984 | 62 | 77.4% | 9,402 | 25,210 | 53,322 |
| 1983 | 159 | 65.4% | 13,542 | 27,070 | 38,628 |
| 1982 | 60 | 70.0% | 13,008 | 28,026 | 32,261 |
How Long Does a Suzuki GS125ES Last?
Based on 566 Suzuki GS125ES vehicles on UK roads.
Suzuki GS125ES Mileage Distribution
Total mileage recorded across all Suzuki GS125ES 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 GS125ES
Based on MOT pass rates across all registration years with sufficient test data.
81.0% MOT pass rate from 79 tests
65.4% MOT pass rate from 159 tests
The best year to buy a used Suzuki GS125ES is 1989, which has the highest MOT pass rate at 81.0% across 79 tests. The 1983 model year has the lowest pass rate at 65.4% — if you're looking at one from that year, budget for potential repairs and get a thorough pre-purchase inspection.
How Does the Suzuki GS125ES Compare?
MOT pass rates compared to similar models. Click any model for the full breakdown.
| Model | Pass Rate | Tests | Typical Mileage | Lifespan |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Suzuki GS125ES THIS CAR | 73.0% | 4,085 | 20,060 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 |
| Hymer Unknown | 87.7% | 2,106 | 21,769 mi | 13 yrs |
Compared to the Suzuki Swift (76.1% pass rate) and the Suzuki Alto (74.0% pass rate), the Suzuki GS125ES trails behind on MOT reliability.
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Check a specific Suzuki GS125ESShould you buy a used Suzuki GS125ES?
The Suzuki GS125ES has an overall MOT pass rate of 73.0% across 4,085 real MOT tests — roughly in line with the UK average.
The most common problems on the Suzuki GS125ES are stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (118 recorded failures), tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (94), and drive chain excessively loose (70). 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 GS125ES owner drives around 924 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 GS125ES 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.