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Suzuki Gsxs 1000 FAL8 Reliability, MOT Pass Rate & Common Faults

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Is the Suzuki Gsxs 1000 FAL8 reliable? We analysed 2,329 real MOT tests across 424 vehicles to find out.

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Data last updated: · Based on 2,329 real MOT tests
MOT Pass Rate
93.7%
Typical Mileage
8,614mi
Annual Mileage
1,201mi/yr
Est. Lifespan
yrs

The Suzuki Gsxs 1000 FAL8 is above average for reliability based on real UK MOT data. Here's everything you need to know before buying a used Suzuki Gsxs 1000 FAL8.

Suzuki Gsxs 1000 FAL8 Number Plates

Number plates registered to a Suzuki Gsxs 1000 FAL8. Click on any registration for full vehicle details — including MOT history, mileage records, previous owners and damage history.

Suzuki Gsxs 1000 FAL8 MOT Pass Rate by Year

How likely is a Suzuki Gsxs 1000 FAL8 to pass its MOT? Here's the pass rate for each registration year, newest first.

93.4%
2019
93.8%
2018
93.9%
2017

Suzuki Gsxs 1000 FAL8 Common Faults & Problems

These are the most common serious faults found on Suzuki Gsxs 1000 FAL8 models during MOT testing — flagged as dangerous or major failures that need immediate attention.

Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 9
Brake pad(s) less than 1.0 mm thick 7

Suzuki Gsxs 1000 FAL8 Mileage — What's Normal?

How many miles does a typical Suzuki Gsxs 1000 FAL8 owner drive per year? Use this to check if a car you're looking at has suspiciously low or high mileage.

Low usage
515 mi/yr
Typical
1,201 mi/yr
Average
1,766 mi/yr
Heavy usage
2,296 mi/yr

Suzuki Gsxs 1000 FAL8 MOT Data by Registration Year

Full breakdown of pass rate and mileage for each year. Use this to compare the Suzuki Gsxs 1000 FAL8 year you're looking at.

Year Tests Pass Rate Low Mi. Typical Mi. High Mi.
2019 91 93.4% 5,306 8,166 14,600
2018 1,050 93.8% 4,387 7,792 13,048
2017 1,122 93.9% 5,639 9,298 14,418

How Long Does a Suzuki Gsxs 1000 FAL8 Last?

Based on 424 Suzuki Gsxs 1000 FAL8 vehicles on UK roads.

Average
6.8 years
Median
7.0 years

Suzuki Gsxs 1000 FAL8 Mileage Distribution

Total mileage recorded across all Suzuki Gsxs 1000 FAL8 MOT tests. If the car you're looking at is above the 75th percentile, it's done more miles than most.

Median
8,614 mi
75th Percentile
13,869 mi
95th Percentile
24,780 mi
Max Recorded
112,632 mi

Best Year to Buy a Used Suzuki Gsxs 1000 FAL8

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

Best year
2017

93.9% MOT pass rate from 1,122 tests

Year to avoid
2019

93.4% MOT pass rate from 91 tests

The best year to buy a used Suzuki Gsxs 1000 FAL8 is 2017, which has the highest MOT pass rate at 93.9% across 1,122 tests. The 2019 model year has the lowest pass rate at 93.4% — if you're looking at one from that year, budget for potential repairs and get a thorough pre-purchase inspection.

How Does the Suzuki Gsxs 1000 FAL8 Compare?

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

Model Pass Rate Tests Typical Mileage Lifespan
Suzuki Gsxs 1000 FAL8 THIS CAR 93.7% 2,329 8,614 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
Lexus Ct 200H Se-l CVT 83.5% 3,700 75,576 mi 15 yrs

Compared to the Suzuki Swift (76.1% pass rate) and the Suzuki Alto (74.0% pass rate), the Suzuki Gsxs 1000 FAL8 outperforms both on MOT reliability.

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Should you buy a used Suzuki Gsxs 1000 FAL8?

The Suzuki Gsxs 1000 FAL8 has an overall MOT pass rate of 93.7% across 2,329 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 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 Gsxs 1000 FAL8 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 Gsxs 1000 FAL8 owner drives around 1,201 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 Gsxs 1000 FAL8 — Frequently Asked Questions

Is the Suzuki Gsxs 1000 FAL8 reliable?
Based on 2,329 MOT tests, the Suzuki Gsxs 1000 FAL8 has a 93.7% pass rate — above the UK average, suggesting good reliability.
What are the common problems on a Suzuki Gsxs 1000 FAL8?
The most common failure point is general wear and tear.
How many miles does a Suzuki Gsxs 1000 FAL8 do per year?
The typical Suzuki Gsxs 1000 FAL8 does around 1,201 miles per year. Anything significantly above or below this is worth investigating.
How long does a Suzuki Gsxs 1000 FAL8 last?
Lifespan data is not yet available for this model.
Should I get a vehicle check before buying a Suzuki Gsxs 1000 FAL8?
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 Gsxs 1000 FAL8?
Based on MOT pass rates, the best year to buy a used Suzuki Gsxs 1000 FAL8 is 2017 with a 93.9% pass rate across 1,122 tests.