Suzuki Gn 125 MOT Pass Rate
Overall pass rate across all manufacture years, based on 1,223 real MOT test results. Failure rate: 30.7%.
Data from official DVSA MOT testing records
Suzuki Gn 125 MOT Reliability Overview
The Suzuki Gn 125 is a niche vehicle in the UK, with 1,223 MOT test results recorded in our database spanning 14 manufacture years. It has an overall MOT pass rate of 69.3% and a failure rate of 30.7%, which is slightly above the UK average of approximately 37%.
Based on this data, the Suzuki Gn 125 earns a "Good" reliability rating. The average Suzuki Gn 125 presents for MOT with approximately 16,296 miles on the clock. Manufacture year matters: 2012 models achieve the highest pass rate at 87.5%, while 2011 models have the lowest at 54.0%. This 33.5 percentage point difference suggests notable variation in build quality or component durability across production years.
The most common MOT failure for the Suzuki Gn 125 is Motorcycle lighting and signalling, affecting 17.9% of all tests. Motorcycle lighting and signalling issues are a common cause of MOT failure. Regular inspection and maintenance of these components helps ensure your vehicle passes its MOT. The second most common issue is Motorcycle brakes at 12.6%. Motorcycle drive system rounds out the top three at 12.4%. Together, these top 3 failure categories account for a significant portion of all MOT failures for this model.
Top failures across all manufacture years combined. Individual year pages may show different top failures.
What Fails Most
Pass Rate by Manufacture Year
* High Fail Rate badge indicates an MOT pass rate below 65% (failure rate above 35%).
What Fails on This Car?
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| Rank | Failure Category | Rate (%) | Count |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Motorcycle Lighting And Signalling | 20.0% | 244 |
| 2 | Motorcycle Drive System | 15.3% | 187 |
| 3 | Motorcycle Brakes | 13.7% | 168 |
| 4 | Motorcycle Steering And Suspension | 13.4% | 164 |
| 5 | Motorcycle Tyres And Wheels | 7.4% | 91 |
| 6 | Motorcycle Lamps And Reflectors | 6.2% | 76 |
| 7 | Motorcycle Structure And Attachments | 5.9% | 72 |
| 8 | Motorcycle Fuel And Exhaust | 2.0% | 24 |
| 9 | Motorcycle Tyres | 1.9% | 23 |
| 10 | Motorcycle Body And Structure | 1.8% | 22 |
| 11 | Motorcycle Suspension | 1.7% | 21 |
| 12 | Motorcycle Steering | 1.6% | 20 |
| 13 | Motorcycle Driving Controls | 0.9% | 11 |
| 14 | Motorcycle Wheels | 0.8% | 10 |
| 15 | Motorcycle Reg Plates And Vin | 0.7% | 8 |
Failures per 10,000 Miles
avg. 16,296 miFor every 10,000 miles driven, this shows what percentage of MOT tests fail for each category. This accounts for how far cars are actually driven, not just raw pass/fail counts.
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| Category | Rate / 10K mi | Raw % | Count |
|---|---|---|---|
| Motorcycle lighting and signalling | 12.24 | 20.0% | 244 |
| Motorcycle drive system | 9.38 | 15.3% | 187 |
| Motorcycle brakes | 8.43 | 13.7% | 168 |
| Motorcycle steering and suspension | 8.23 | 13.4% | 164 |
| Motorcycle tyres and wheels | 4.57 | 7.4% | 91 |
| Motorcycle lamps and reflectors | 3.81 | 6.2% | 76 |
| Motorcycle structure and attachments | 3.61 | 5.9% | 72 |
| Motorcycle fuel and exhaust | 1.20 | 2.0% | 24 |
| Motorcycle tyres | 1.15 | 1.9% | 23 |
| Motorcycle body and structure | 1.10 | 1.8% | 22 |
| Motorcycle suspension | 1.05 | 1.7% | 21 |
| Motorcycle steering | 1.00 | 1.6% | 20 |
| Motorcycle driving controls | 0.55 | 0.9% | 11 |
| Motorcycle wheels | 0.50 | 0.8% | 10 |
| Motorcycle reg plates and vin | 0.40 | 0.7% | 8 |
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Mileage at MOT
The average Suzuki Gn 125 has 16,296 miles when tested for MOT.
📊 Mileage-Adjusted Failure Rate
How often this car fails MOT relative to how much it's driven — a fairer comparison than raw pass rate.
The Suzuki Gn 125 has a mileage-adjusted failure rate of 18.84% per 10,000 miles driven. The average across all makes is 5.38%, so this model is worse than average.
About Suzuki Gn 125 MOT Data
The Suzuki Gn 125 is a niche vehicle in the UK, with 1,223 MOT test results recorded in our database spanning 14 manufacture years. It has an overall MOT pass rate of 69.3% and a failure rate of 30.7%, which is slightly above the UK average of approximately 37%.
For Suzuki Gn 125 owners, these results suggest a reliable vehicle that generally passes its MOT without major issues. Focus your pre-MOT checks on motorcycle lighting and signalling and motorcycle brakes for the best chance of a first-time pass. Use our detailed year-by-year breakdown and failure analysis below to understand how your specific Gn 125 is likely to perform.
Motorcycle lighting and signalling — 17.9% of failures
Motorcycle lighting and signalling issues account for 17.9% of MOT failures on the Suzuki Gn 125. Motorcycle lighting and signalling issues are a common cause of MOT failure. Regular inspection and maintenance of these components helps ensure your vehicle passes its MOT. Typical repair costs: £100–400. Pre-MOT check: Have this system checked during regular servicing. Look for warning signs like unusual noises, vibrations, or dashboard warning lights.
Motorcycle brakes — 12.6% of failures
Motorcycle brakes issues account for 12.6% of MOT failures on the Suzuki Gn 125. Brake-related failures include worn brake pads, corroded brake discs, leaking brake lines, and faulty brake servos. These are safety-critical components — any brake deficiency will result in an MOT fail. Typical repair costs: £150–400. Pre-MOT check: Listen for squealing or grinding noises. Check brake pedal feel — if it feels spongy or goes to the floor, have the system inspected immediately. Look at brake pad thickness through the wheel spokes (minimum 3mm).
Motorcycle drive system — 12.4% of failures
Motorcycle drive system issues account for 12.4% of MOT failures on the Suzuki Gn 125. Motorcycle drive system issues are a common cause of MOT failure. Regular inspection and maintenance of these components helps ensure your vehicle passes its MOT. Typical repair costs: £100–400. Pre-MOT check: Have this system checked during regular servicing. Look for warning signs like unusual noises, vibrations, or dashboard warning lights.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the MOT pass rate for the Suzuki Gn 125?
Based on 1,223 MOT tests in our database, the Suzuki Gn 125 has an overall pass rate of 69.3% (30.7% fail rate).
What are the most common MOT failures on a Suzuki Gn 125?
The top 3 reasons a Suzuki Gn 125 fails its MOT are: 1. Motorcycle lighting and signalling (17.9%), 2. Motorcycle brakes (12.6%), 3. Motorcycle drive system (12.4%). Check these areas before booking your MOT.
Is the Suzuki Gn 125 reliable?
With a 30.7% MOT failure rate, the Gn 125 is more reliable than average compared to the UK average of ~40%.
What should I check before an MOT on my Suzuki Gn 125?
Based on failure data, focus on: Motorcycle lighting and signalling (17.9%); Motorcycle brakes (12.6%); Motorcycle drive system (12.4%). These are the areas most likely to cause a fail. Also check all lights, tyres (minimum 1.6mm tread), and windscreen condition — these are quick wins that apply to all cars.
Based on DVSA anonymised MOT test data (2005–2024). Crown copyright, Open Government Licence v3.0.