Suzuki Gsf 1250 K9 (2009)
2009 Suzuki Gsf 1250 K9
CarHunch analysed 148 real MOT records for the 2009 Suzuki Gsf 1250 K9. This breakdown of actual test outcomes — pass rates, defect profiles, mileage data — isn't published anywhere else.
The 2009 Suzuki GSF 1250 K9 passes its MOT just above the UK average at 82%, with a manageable failure rate of 1.09 per vehicle, though nearly 18% have recorded dangerous defects at some point—worth checking the service history carefully on any used example. These bikes show modest mileage for their age, averaging just over 15,000 miles, suggesting many have been weekend warriors or cherished garage finds rather than hard-worked commuters. The high advisory count of 3.8 per vehicle indicates these older sports bikes develop minor wear across multiple systems rather than one catastrophic problem, so budget for incremental maintenance rather than expecting a trouble-free ownership experience. Have an independent inspection focus on brake condition, chain wear, and whether any previous dangerous defects were properly rectified.
What to check before buying a 2009 Suzuki Gsf 1250 K9
Practical pre-purchase checks for this age and model.
- 📋 Check the full MOT history. Look for recurring advisories — slow-building issues like corrosion or brake wear patterns show up years before they become failures. Enter the reg below for a full AI analysis.
- 🔍 Inspect for corrosion in person. Brake pipes, sills, subframes, and chassis legs. Surface rust is normal at this age; structural rust is a serious problem that's expensive to fix and can fail an MOT.
- 🛞 Check tyres and brakes. The most common advisory items at this age. Budget for replacement if they're near the limit — factor this into your offer price.
- 📄 Run an HPI check. The MOT history won't show outstanding finance, insurance write-offs, or stolen status — an HPI check will.
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Pass Rate by Fuel Type
| Fuel type | Vehicles | Pass rate | Avg failures |
|---|---|---|---|
| Petrol (97%) | 143 | 81.5% | 1.12 |
| Other (3%) | 5 | 96.7% | 0.2 |
Mileage Distribution
Most 2009 Suzuki Gsf 1250 K9 vehicles sit in the blue band. If the car you're looking at is outside it, it's either unusually low or high mileage for its age.
Half of all 2009 Suzuki Gsf 1250 K9 vehicles fall between 7,764 and 20,409 miles.
2009 Suzuki Gsf 1250 K9 — Still on the Road
77 vehicles still getting MOTs in 2025 — 69% of the peak remain.
Based on vehicles from this manufacture year that had at least one MOT test in each calendar year. Data from 2014–2025.
MOT History Averages
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