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Suzuki Gsxr 1000 RAL8 Reliability, MOT Pass Rate & Common Faults

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Is the Suzuki Gsxr 1000 RAL8 reliable? We analysed 1,376 real MOT tests across 377 vehicles to find out.

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Data last updated: · Based on 1,376 real MOT tests
MOT Pass Rate
93.5%
Typical Mileage
5,208mi
Annual Mileage
902mi/yr
Est. Lifespan
yrs

The Suzuki Gsxr 1000 RAL8 is above average for reliability based on real UK MOT data. Here's everything you need to know before buying a used Suzuki Gsxr 1000 RAL8.

Suzuki Gsxr 1000 RAL8 Number Plates

Number plates registered to a Suzuki Gsxr 1000 RAL8. Click on any registration for full vehicle details — including MOT history, mileage records, previous owners and damage history.

Suzuki Gsxr 1000 RAL8 MOT Pass Rate by Year

How likely is a Suzuki Gsxr 1000 RAL8 to pass its MOT? Here's the pass rate for each registration year, newest first.

93.3%
2019
93.7%
2018

Suzuki Gsxr 1000 RAL8 Common Faults & Problems

These are the most common serious faults found on Suzuki Gsxr 1000 RAL8 models during MOT testing — flagged as dangerous or major failures that need immediate attention.

Brake pad(s) less than 1.0 mm thick 2
Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 2
Brake caliper insecurely mounted and braking performance affected 1

Suzuki Gsxr 1000 RAL8 Mileage — What's Normal?

How many miles does a typical Suzuki Gsxr 1000 RAL8 owner drive per year? Use this to check if a car you're looking at has suspiciously low or high mileage.

Low usage
349 mi/yr
Typical
902 mi/yr
Average
1,366 mi/yr
Heavy usage
1,790 mi/yr

Suzuki Gsxr 1000 RAL8 MOT Data by Registration Year

Full breakdown of pass rate and mileage for each year. Use this to compare the Suzuki Gsxr 1000 RAL8 year you're looking at.

Year Tests Pass Rate Low Mi. Typical Mi. High Mi.
2019 594 93.3% 3,131 5,396 8,532
2018 710 93.7% 2,806 5,044 8,152

How Long Does a Suzuki Gsxr 1000 RAL8 Last?

Based on 377 Suzuki Gsxr 1000 RAL8 vehicles on UK roads.

Average
5.6 years
Median
6.0 years

Suzuki Gsxr 1000 RAL8 Mileage Distribution

Total mileage recorded across all Suzuki Gsxr 1000 RAL8 MOT tests. If the car you're looking at is above the 75th percentile, it's done more miles than most.

Median
5,208 mi
75th Percentile
8,407 mi
95th Percentile
16,436 mi
Max Recorded
43,753 mi

Best Year to Buy a Used Suzuki Gsxr 1000 RAL8

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

Best year
2018

93.7% MOT pass rate from 710 tests

Year to avoid
2019

93.3% MOT pass rate from 594 tests

The best year to buy a used Suzuki Gsxr 1000 RAL8 is 2018, which has the highest MOT pass rate at 93.7% across 710 tests. The 2019 model year has the lowest pass rate at 93.3% — if you're looking at one from that year, budget for potential repairs and get a thorough pre-purchase inspection.

How Does the Suzuki Gsxr 1000 RAL8 Compare?

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

Model Pass Rate Tests Typical Mileage Lifespan
Suzuki Gsxr 1000 RAL8 THIS CAR 93.5% 1,376 5,208 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
Chrysler 300C Crd 62.9% 949 106,722 mi — yrs

Compared to the Suzuki Swift (76.1% pass rate) and the Suzuki Alto (74.0% pass rate), the Suzuki Gsxr 1000 RAL8 outperforms both on MOT reliability.

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Should you buy a used Suzuki Gsxr 1000 RAL8?

The Suzuki Gsxr 1000 RAL8 has an overall MOT pass rate of 93.5% across 1,376 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 Gsxr 1000 RAL8 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 Gsxr 1000 RAL8 owner drives around 902 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 Gsxr 1000 RAL8 — Frequently Asked Questions

Is the Suzuki Gsxr 1000 RAL8 reliable?
Based on 1,376 MOT tests, the Suzuki Gsxr 1000 RAL8 has a 93.5% pass rate — above the UK average, suggesting good reliability.
What are the common problems on a Suzuki Gsxr 1000 RAL8?
The most common failure point is general wear and tear.
How many miles does a Suzuki Gsxr 1000 RAL8 do per year?
The typical Suzuki Gsxr 1000 RAL8 does around 902 miles per year. Anything significantly above or below this is worth investigating.
How long does a Suzuki Gsxr 1000 RAL8 last?
Lifespan data is not yet available for this model.
Should I get a vehicle check before buying a Suzuki Gsxr 1000 RAL8?
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 Gsxr 1000 RAL8?
Based on MOT pass rates, the best year to buy a used Suzuki Gsxr 1000 RAL8 is 2018 with a 93.7% pass rate across 710 tests.