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Suzuki Gsxs 1000 FZAL9 Reliability, MOT Pass Rate & Common Faults

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Is the Suzuki Gsxs 1000 FZAL9 reliable? We analysed 421 real MOT tests across 110 vehicles to find out.

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Data last updated: · Based on 421 real MOT tests
MOT Pass Rate
91.2%
Typical Mileage
7,534mi
Annual Mileage
1,281mi/yr
Est. Lifespan
yrs

The Suzuki Gsxs 1000 FZAL9 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 FZAL9.

Suzuki Gsxs 1000 FZAL9 Number Plates

Number plates registered to a Suzuki Gsxs 1000 FZAL9. Click on any registration for full vehicle details — including MOT history, mileage records, previous owners and damage history.

Suzuki Gsxs 1000 FZAL9 MOT Pass Rate by Year

How likely is a Suzuki Gsxs 1000 FZAL9 to pass its MOT? Here's the pass rate for each registration year, newest first.

94%
2020
90.8%
2019

Suzuki Gsxs 1000 FZAL9 Common Faults & Problems

These are the most common serious faults found on Suzuki Gsxs 1000 FZAL9 models during MOT testing — flagged as dangerous or major failures that need immediate attention.

Brake pad(s) less than 1.0 mm thick 4
Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 4

Suzuki Gsxs 1000 FZAL9 Mileage — What's Normal?

How many miles does a typical Suzuki Gsxs 1000 FZAL9 owner drive per year? Use this to check if a car you're looking at has suspiciously low or high mileage.

Low usage
444 mi/yr
Typical
1,281 mi/yr
Average
1,943 mi/yr
Heavy usage
2,509 mi/yr

Suzuki Gsxs 1000 FZAL9 MOT Data by Registration Year

Full breakdown of pass rate and mileage for each year. Use this to compare the Suzuki Gsxs 1000 FZAL9 year you're looking at.

Year Tests Pass Rate Low Mi. Typical Mi. High Mi.
2020 83 94.0% 4,890 7,734 13,211
2019 327 90.8% 4,284 7,367 13,446

How Long Does a Suzuki Gsxs 1000 FZAL9 Last?

Based on 110 Suzuki Gsxs 1000 FZAL9 vehicles on UK roads.

Average
5.3 years
Median
5.0 years

Suzuki Gsxs 1000 FZAL9 Mileage Distribution

Total mileage recorded across all Suzuki Gsxs 1000 FZAL9 MOT tests. If the car you're looking at is above the 75th percentile, it's done more miles than most.

Median
7,534 mi
75th Percentile
13,731 mi
95th Percentile
30,882 mi
Max Recorded
62,243 mi

Best Year to Buy a Used Suzuki Gsxs 1000 FZAL9

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

Best year
2020

94.0% MOT pass rate from 83 tests

Year to avoid
2019

90.8% MOT pass rate from 327 tests

The best year to buy a used Suzuki Gsxs 1000 FZAL9 is 2020, which has the highest MOT pass rate at 94.0% across 83 tests. The 2019 model year has the lowest pass rate at 90.8% — 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 FZAL9 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 FZAL9 THIS CAR 91.2% 421 7,534 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
Citroen Dispatch 1200 Driver Bhdi Ss A 87.5% 737 47,770 mi — yrs

Compared to the Suzuki Swift (76.1% pass rate) and the Suzuki Alto (74.0% pass rate), the Suzuki Gsxs 1000 FZAL9 outperforms both on MOT reliability.

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Should you buy a used Suzuki Gsxs 1000 FZAL9?

The Suzuki Gsxs 1000 FZAL9 has an overall MOT pass rate of 91.2% across 421 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 Gsxs 1000 FZAL9 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 FZAL9 owner drives around 1,281 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 FZAL9 — Frequently Asked Questions

Is the Suzuki Gsxs 1000 FZAL9 reliable?
Based on 421 MOT tests, the Suzuki Gsxs 1000 FZAL9 has a 91.2% pass rate — above the UK average, suggesting good reliability.
What are the common problems on a Suzuki Gsxs 1000 FZAL9?
The most common failure point is general wear and tear.
How many miles does a Suzuki Gsxs 1000 FZAL9 do per year?
The typical Suzuki Gsxs 1000 FZAL9 does around 1,281 miles per year. Anything significantly above or below this is worth investigating.
How long does a Suzuki Gsxs 1000 FZAL9 last?
Lifespan data is not yet available for this model.
Should I get a vehicle check before buying a Suzuki Gsxs 1000 FZAL9?
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 FZAL9?
Based on MOT pass rates, the best year to buy a used Suzuki Gsxs 1000 FZAL9 is 2020 with a 94.0% pass rate across 83 tests.