Suzuki Gsf1250 k8 gt vs Suzuki Vitara: reliability comparison
MOT pass rates, common faults and mileage compared from real UK MOT data.
Suzuki Gsf1250 k8 gt
85%
MOT pass rate · 4 vehicles
Suzuki Vitara
76%
MOT pass rate · 108,056 vehicles
Verdict: On MOT pass rate the Suzuki Gsf1250 k8 gt (85%) and Suzuki Vitara (76%) are very close — weigh the individual measures below, and remember condition depends on age, mileage and upkeep.
Head to head
| Measure | Suzuki Gsf1250 k8 gt | Suzuki Vitara |
|---|---|---|
| MOT pass rate | 85% ✓ | 76% |
| MOT failure rate | 15% ✓ | 24% |
| Faults & advisories per test | 0.4 ✓ | 1.8 |
| Dangerous-fault share | 4% | 2% ✓ |
| Average mileage | 24,271 mi | 72,554 mi |
| Sample size (vehicles) | 4 | 108,056 |
Most common faults
Suzuki Gsf1250 k8 gt
- Drive chain slightly tight (6.2.1d)
- Drive chain slightly loose (6.1.7 (c) (i))
- Front Drive chain sprocket slightly worn (6.2.1e)
- Rear Drive chain sprocket slightly worn (6.2.1e)
- Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))
- Headlamp aim too low (1.6)
Suzuki Vitara
- Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
- Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
- Fuel pipe/s corroded
- Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
- Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
- Oil leak
Reliability FAQ
On MOT pass rate the Suzuki Gsf1250 k8 gt (85%) and Suzuki Vitara (76%) are very close — weigh the individual measures below, and remember condition depends on age, mileage and upkeep.
Full Suzuki Gsf1250 k8 gt report Full Suzuki Vitara 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.