Suzuki GS750 Reliability, MOT Pass Rate & Common Faults
Free Suzuki GS750 car check
Is the Suzuki GS750 reliable? We analysed 3,227 real MOT tests across 626 vehicles to find out.
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The Suzuki GS750 is above average for reliability based on real UK MOT data. Common problems include shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil, roller brake test indicates a binding brake and stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies. Here's everything you need to know before buying a used Suzuki GS750.
Suzuki GS750 Number Plates
Number plates registered to a Suzuki GS750. Click on any registration for full vehicle details — including MOT history, mileage records, previous owners and damage history.
Suzuki GS750 MOT Pass Rate by Year
How likely is a Suzuki GS750 to pass its MOT? Here's the pass rate for each registration year, newest first.
Suzuki GS750 Problems — What Goes Wrong?
The most common reasons a Suzuki GS750 fails its MOT, ranked by how often they occur. Check for these problems before you buy.
Suzuki GS750 Mileage — What's Normal?
How many miles does a typical Suzuki GS750 owner drive per year? Use this to check if a car you're looking at has suspiciously low or high mileage.
Suzuki GS750 MOT Data by Registration Year
Full breakdown of pass rate and mileage for each year. Use this to compare the Suzuki GS750 year you're looking at.
| Year | Tests | Pass Rate | Low Mi. | Typical Mi. | High Mi. |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2001 | 57 | 80.7% | 28,978 | 35,324 | 48,026 |
| 1998 | 61 | 90.2% | 27,968 | 35,261 | 36,810 |
| 1997 | 109 | 80.7% | 20,930 | 33,129 | 36,937 |
| 1996 | 89 | 78.7% | 25,885 | 32,056 | 44,035 |
| 1995 | 54 | 81.5% | 5,570 | 32,746 | 55,603 |
| 1992 | 65 | 76.9% | 1,957 | 24,636 | 30,464 |
| 1982 | 88 | 87.5% | 20,046 | 29,802 | 38,015 |
| 1981 | 143 | 81.8% | 7,716 | 25,283 | 37,208 |
| 1980 | 70 | 85.7% | 29,608 | 31,803 | 47,720 |
| 1979 | 487 | 80.7% | 23,829 | 35,094 | 47,949 |
| 1978 | 816 | 84.9% | 23,678 | 39,801 | 50,954 |
| 1977 | 799 | 85.6% | 22,070 | 34,024 | 46,808 |
How Long Does a Suzuki GS750 Last?
Based on 626 Suzuki GS750 vehicles on UK roads.
Suzuki GS750 Mileage Distribution
Total mileage recorded across all Suzuki GS750 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 GS750
Based on MOT pass rates across all registration years with sufficient test data.
90.2% MOT pass rate from 61 tests
76.9% MOT pass rate from 65 tests
The best year to buy a used Suzuki GS750 is 1998, which has the highest MOT pass rate at 90.2% across 61 tests. The 1992 model year has the lowest pass rate at 76.9% — if you're looking at one from that year, budget for potential repairs and get a thorough pre-purchase inspection.
How Does the Suzuki GS750 Compare?
MOT pass rates compared to similar models. Click any model for the full breakdown.
| Model | Pass Rate | Tests | Typical Mileage | Lifespan |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Suzuki GS750 THIS CAR | 83.3% | 3,227 | 33,871 mi | 49 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 A5 Sport 35 TFSI MHEV S-a | 86.4% | 1,674 | 27,227 mi | — yrs |
Compared to the Suzuki Swift (76.1% pass rate) and the Suzuki Alto (74.0% pass rate), the Suzuki GS750 outperforms both on MOT reliability.
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Check a specific Suzuki GS750Should you buy a used Suzuki GS750?
The Suzuki GS750 has an overall MOT pass rate of 83.3% across 3,227 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 GS750 are shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (48 recorded failures), roller brake test indicates a binding brake (45), and stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (30). 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 GS750 owner drives around 331 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 GS750 models stay on UK roads for around 49 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.