Suzuki 1250 sa k8 gt vs Suzuki Alto: reliability comparison
MOT pass rates, common faults and mileage compared from real UK MOT data.
Suzuki 1250 sa k8 gt
86%
MOT pass rate · 1 vehicles
Suzuki Alto
74%
MOT pass rate · 84,396 vehicles
Verdict: On MOT pass rate the Suzuki 1250 sa k8 gt (86%) and Suzuki Alto (74%) are very close — weigh the individual measures below, and remember condition depends on age, mileage and upkeep.
Head to head
| Measure | Suzuki 1250 sa k8 gt | Suzuki Alto |
|---|---|---|
| MOT pass rate | 86% ✓ | 74% |
| MOT failure rate | 14% ✓ | 26% |
| Faults & advisories per test | 1.2 ✓ | 2.1 |
| Dangerous-fault share | 6% | 2% ✓ |
| Average mileage | 30,522 mi | 68,875 mi |
| Sample size (vehicles) | 1 | 84,396 |
Most common faults
Suzuki 1250 sa k8 gt
- Front Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))
- Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))
- Rear Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))
- Chain guard insecure (6.2.1c)
- Locking device(s) not correctly fitted which may make the motor bicycle dangerous to ride (6.2.1h)
- Front Tyre valve stem slightly damaged (4.1.2c)
Suzuki Alto
- Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
- Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
- Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
- Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
- Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
- Offside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
Reliability FAQ
On MOT pass rate the Suzuki 1250 sa k8 gt (86%) and Suzuki Alto (74%) are very close — weigh the individual measures below, and remember condition depends on age, mileage and upkeep.
Full Suzuki 1250 sa k8 gt report Full Suzuki Alto report Most reliable cars
Pass rates are computed over completed (pass/fail) MOT tests. Reliability also depends on age, mileage and upkeep — see each model's page for the full picture.