Suzuki Gsx 650 FK8 Reliability, MOT Pass Rate & Common Faults
Free Suzuki Gsx 650 FK8 car check
Is the Suzuki Gsx 650 FK8 reliable? We analysed 8,308 real MOT tests across 764 vehicles to find out.
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The Suzuki Gsx 650 FK8 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 Gsx 650 FK8.
Suzuki Gsx 650 FK8 Number Plates
Number plates registered to a Suzuki Gsx 650 FK8. Click on any registration for full vehicle details — including MOT history, mileage records, previous owners and damage history.
Suzuki Gsx 650 FK8 MOT Pass Rate by Year
How likely is a Suzuki Gsx 650 FK8 to pass its MOT? Here's the pass rate for each registration year, newest first.
Suzuki Gsx 650 FK8 Problems — What Goes Wrong?
The most common reasons a Suzuki Gsx 650 FK8 fails its MOT, ranked by how often they occur. Check for these problems before you buy.
Suzuki Gsx 650 FK8 Common Faults & Problems
These are the most common serious faults found on Suzuki Gsx 650 FK8 models during MOT testing — flagged as dangerous or major failures that need immediate attention.
Suzuki Gsx 650 FK8 Mileage — What's Normal?
How many miles does a typical Suzuki Gsx 650 FK8 owner drive per year? Use this to check if a car you're looking at has suspiciously low or high mileage.
Suzuki Gsx 650 FK8 MOT Data by Registration Year
Full breakdown of pass rate and mileage for each year. Use this to compare the Suzuki Gsx 650 FK8 year you're looking at.
| Year | Tests | Pass Rate | Low Mi. | Typical Mi. | High Mi. |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2010 | 118 | 85.6% | 8,551 | 18,111 | 32,680 |
| 2009 | 2,061 | 89.2% | 7,745 | 13,796 | 22,085 |
| 2008 | 5,737 | 88.8% | 7,891 | 14,680 | 23,751 |
| 2007 | 285 | 87.0% | 8,561 | 13,366 | 21,871 |
How Long Does a Suzuki Gsx 650 FK8 Last?
Based on 764 Suzuki Gsx 650 FK8 vehicles on UK roads.
Suzuki Gsx 650 FK8 Mileage Distribution
Total mileage recorded across all Suzuki Gsx 650 FK8 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 Gsx 650 FK8
Based on MOT pass rates across all registration years with sufficient test data.
89.2% MOT pass rate from 2,061 tests
85.6% MOT pass rate from 118 tests
The best year to buy a used Suzuki Gsx 650 FK8 is 2009, which has the highest MOT pass rate at 89.2% across 2,061 tests. The 2010 model year has the lowest pass rate at 85.6% — 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 650 FK8 Compare?
MOT pass rates compared to similar models. Click any model for the full breakdown.
| Model | Pass Rate | Tests | Typical Mileage | Lifespan |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Suzuki Gsx 650 FK8 THIS CAR | 88.9% | 8,308 | 14,350 mi | 18 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 |
| Rover 3500 | 77.5% | 14,910 | 63,085 mi | 58 yrs |
Compared to the Suzuki Swift (76.1% pass rate) and the Suzuki Alto (74.0% pass rate), the Suzuki Gsx 650 FK8 outperforms both on MOT reliability.
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Check a specific Suzuki Gsx 650 FK8Should you buy a used Suzuki Gsx 650 FK8?
The Suzuki Gsx 650 FK8 has an overall MOT pass rate of 88.9% across 8,308 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 Gsx 650 FK8 are tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (105 recorded failures), stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (41), and brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (39). 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 tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm. Dangerous faults cause an immediate MOT failure and mean the vehicle is not roadworthy until repaired. If you're viewing a Suzuki Gsx 650 FK8 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 650 FK8 owner drives around 992 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 Gsx 650 FK8 models stay on UK roads for around 18 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.