Suzuki Gsf 1250 Sa K9 Reliability, MOT Pass Rate & Common Faults
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Is the Suzuki Gsf 1250 Sa K9 reliable? We analysed 2,935 real MOT tests across 248 vehicles to find out.
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The Suzuki Gsf 1250 Sa K9 is above average for reliability based on real UK MOT data. Common problems include tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm, stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies and brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick. Here's everything you need to know before buying a used Suzuki Gsf 1250 Sa K9.
Suzuki Gsf 1250 Sa K9 Number Plates
Number plates registered to a Suzuki Gsf 1250 Sa K9. Click on any registration for full vehicle details — including MOT history, mileage records, previous owners and damage history.
Suzuki Gsf 1250 Sa K9 MOT Pass Rate by Year
How likely is a Suzuki Gsf 1250 Sa K9 to pass its MOT? Here's the pass rate for each registration year, newest first.
Suzuki Gsf 1250 Sa K9 Problems — What Goes Wrong?
The most common reasons a Suzuki Gsf 1250 Sa K9 fails its MOT, ranked by how often they occur. Check for these problems before you buy.
Suzuki Gsf 1250 Sa K9 Common Faults & Problems
These are the most common serious faults found on Suzuki Gsf 1250 Sa K9 models during MOT testing — flagged as dangerous or major failures that need immediate attention.
Suzuki Gsf 1250 Sa K9 Mileage — What's Normal?
How many miles does a typical Suzuki Gsf 1250 Sa K9 owner drive per year? Use this to check if a car you're looking at has suspiciously low or high mileage.
Suzuki Gsf 1250 Sa K9 MOT Data by Registration Year
Full breakdown of pass rate and mileage for each year. Use this to compare the Suzuki Gsf 1250 Sa K9 year you're looking at.
| Year | Tests | Pass Rate | Low Mi. | Typical Mi. | High Mi. |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2010 | 173 | 84.4% | 10,262 | 18,930 | 28,759 |
| 2009 | 2,684 | 89.6% | 9,038 | 15,221 | 24,501 |
How Long Does a Suzuki Gsf 1250 Sa K9 Last?
Based on 248 Suzuki Gsf 1250 Sa K9 vehicles on UK roads.
Suzuki Gsf 1250 Sa K9 Mileage Distribution
Total mileage recorded across all Suzuki Gsf 1250 Sa K9 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 Gsf 1250 Sa K9
Based on MOT pass rates across all registration years with sufficient test data.
89.6% MOT pass rate from 2,684 tests
84.4% MOT pass rate from 173 tests
The best year to buy a used Suzuki Gsf 1250 Sa K9 is 2009, which has the highest MOT pass rate at 89.6% across 2,684 tests. The 2010 model year has the lowest pass rate at 84.4% — if you're looking at one from that year, budget for potential repairs and get a thorough pre-purchase inspection.
How Does the Suzuki Gsf 1250 Sa K9 Compare?
MOT pass rates compared to similar models. Click any model for the full breakdown.
| Model | Pass Rate | Tests | Typical Mileage | Lifespan |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Suzuki Gsf 1250 Sa K9 THIS CAR | 89.4% | 2,935 | 15,399 mi | 17 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 |
| MG Zt+ Cdti 135 | 70.2% | 1,117 | 96,618 mi | 22 yrs |
Compared to the Suzuki Swift (76.1% pass rate) and the Suzuki Alto (74.0% pass rate), the Suzuki Gsf 1250 Sa K9 outperforms both on MOT reliability.
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The Suzuki Gsf 1250 Sa K9 has an overall MOT pass rate of 89.4% across 2,935 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 Gsf 1250 Sa K9 are tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (32 recorded failures), stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (9), and brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (7). 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.
On the safety side, the most frequently flagged dangerous fault is brake pad(s) less than 1.0 mm thick. Dangerous faults cause an immediate MOT failure and mean the vehicle is not roadworthy until repaired. If you're viewing a Suzuki Gsf 1250 Sa K9 with an expired or recently passed MOT, ask the seller whether any dangerous faults were found and fixed during the last test.
A typical Suzuki Gsf 1250 Sa K9 owner drives around 1,071 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 Gsf 1250 Sa K9 models stay on UK roads for around 17 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.