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Suzuki Gsx 250 R AL8 Abs Reliability, MOT Pass Rate & Common Faults

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Is the Suzuki Gsx 250 R AL8 Abs reliable? We analysed 619 real MOT tests across 161 vehicles to find out.

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Data last updated: · Based on 619 real MOT tests
MOT Pass Rate
91.1%
Typical Mileage
4,198mi
Annual Mileage
813mi/yr
Est. Lifespan
yrs

The Suzuki Gsx 250 R AL8 Abs is above average for reliability based on real UK MOT data. Here's everything you need to know before buying a used Suzuki Gsx 250 R AL8 Abs.

Suzuki Gsx 250 R AL8 Abs Number Plates

Number plates registered to a Suzuki Gsx 250 R AL8 Abs. Click on any registration for full vehicle details — including MOT history, mileage records, previous owners and damage history.

Suzuki Gsx 250 R AL8 Abs MOT Pass Rate by Year

How likely is a Suzuki Gsx 250 R AL8 Abs to pass its MOT? Here's the pass rate for each registration year, newest first.

89%
2019
90.3%
2018
93.4%
2017

Suzuki Gsx 250 R AL8 Abs Common Faults & Problems

These are the most common serious faults found on Suzuki Gsx 250 R AL8 Abs models during MOT testing — flagged as dangerous or major failures that need immediate attention.

Brake pad(s) less than 1.0 mm thick 5
Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 4
Wheel bearing play so excessive it is likely to break up 2
Brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened 1
Brake disc fractured 1
Drive chain so worn it is likely to fail 1

Suzuki Gsx 250 R AL8 Abs Mileage — What's Normal?

How many miles does a typical Suzuki Gsx 250 R AL8 Abs owner drive per year? Use this to check if a car you're looking at has suspiciously low or high mileage.

Low usage
245 mi/yr
Typical
813 mi/yr
Average
1,381 mi/yr
Heavy usage
1,851 mi/yr

Suzuki Gsx 250 R AL8 Abs MOT Data by Registration Year

Full breakdown of pass rate and mileage for each year. Use this to compare the Suzuki Gsx 250 R AL8 Abs year you're looking at.

Year Tests Pass Rate Low Mi. Typical Mi. High Mi.
2019 237 89.0% 1,981 4,513 7,464
2018 72 90.3% 1,540 4,138 6,814
2017 258 93.4% 2,117 4,152 8,696

How Long Does a Suzuki Gsx 250 R AL8 Abs Last?

Based on 161 Suzuki Gsx 250 R AL8 Abs vehicles on UK roads.

Average
5.5 years
Median
6.0 years

Suzuki Gsx 250 R AL8 Abs Mileage Distribution

Total mileage recorded across all Suzuki Gsx 250 R AL8 Abs MOT tests. If the car you're looking at is above the 75th percentile, it's done more miles than most.

Median
4,198 mi
75th Percentile
7,645 mi
95th Percentile
16,940 mi
Max Recorded
25,913 mi

Best Year to Buy a Used Suzuki Gsx 250 R AL8 Abs

Based on MOT pass rates across all registration years with sufficient test data.

Best year
2017

93.4% MOT pass rate from 258 tests

Year to avoid
2019

89.0% MOT pass rate from 237 tests

The best year to buy a used Suzuki Gsx 250 R AL8 Abs is 2017, which has the highest MOT pass rate at 93.4% across 258 tests. The 2019 model year has the lowest pass rate at 89.0% — if you're looking at one from that year, budget for potential repairs and get a thorough pre-purchase inspection.

How Does the Suzuki Gsx 250 R AL8 Abs Compare?

MOT pass rates compared to similar models. Click any model for the full breakdown.

Model Pass Rate Tests Typical Mileage Lifespan
Suzuki Gsx 250 R AL8 Abs THIS CAR 91.1% 619 4,198 mi — 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
Volvo V90 Cross Country+ D5 Pp AWD A 87.1% 638 44,598 mi — yrs

Compared to the Suzuki Swift (76.1% pass rate) and the Suzuki Alto (74.0% pass rate), the Suzuki Gsx 250 R AL8 Abs outperforms both on MOT reliability.

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Should you buy a used Suzuki Gsx 250 R AL8 Abs?

The Suzuki Gsx 250 R AL8 Abs has an overall MOT pass rate of 91.1% across 619 real MOT tests — comfortably above the UK average, which puts it among the more reliable models on UK roads.

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 Gsx 250 R AL8 Abs 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 Gsx 250 R AL8 Abs owner drives around 813 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.

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.

Suzuki Gsx 250 R AL8 Abs — Frequently Asked Questions

Is the Suzuki Gsx 250 R AL8 Abs reliable?
Based on 619 MOT tests, the Suzuki Gsx 250 R AL8 Abs has a 91.1% pass rate — above the UK average, suggesting good reliability.
What are the common problems on a Suzuki Gsx 250 R AL8 Abs?
The most common failure point is general wear and tear.
How many miles does a Suzuki Gsx 250 R AL8 Abs do per year?
The typical Suzuki Gsx 250 R AL8 Abs does around 813 miles per year. Anything significantly above or below this is worth investigating.
How long does a Suzuki Gsx 250 R AL8 Abs last?
Lifespan data is not yet available for this model.
Should I get a vehicle check before buying a Suzuki Gsx 250 R AL8 Abs?
Yes. An MOT pass rate tells you about the model in general, but a vehicle history check reveals the specific car's finance, stolen, write-off and mileage history — things the seller may not disclose.
What is the best year to buy a Suzuki Gsx 250 R AL8 Abs?
Based on MOT pass rates, the best year to buy a used Suzuki Gsx 250 R AL8 Abs is 2017 with a 93.4% pass rate across 258 tests.