Should I check the MOT history before buying a 2009 Suzuki Gsf 1250 K9?

Yes. Look for recurring advisories — slow-building issues like corrosion or brake wear patterns show up years before they become failures. A full MOT history analysis will highlight patterns that a single test result won't reveal.

What corrosion should I look for when inspecting a 2009 Suzuki Gsf 1250 K9?

Check brake pipes, sills, subframes, and chassis legs. Surface rust is normal at this age; structural rust is a serious problem that is expensive to fix and can fail an MOT.

How are tyres and brakes typically on a 2009 Suzuki Gsf 1250 K9?

Tyres and brakes are the most common advisory items on vehicles of this age. Budget for replacement if they are near the limit, and factor this into your offer price.

Is the 2009 Suzuki Gsf 1250 K9 reliable?

Based on MOT data from 148 vehicles, the 2009 Suzuki Gsf 1250 K9 has a first-time MOT pass rate of 89.9%, indicating generally reliable for its class. Always check the full MOT history of any specific vehicle before buying.

Do I need an HPI check when buying a 2009 Suzuki Gsf 1250 K9?

Yes. The MOT history will not show outstanding finance, insurance write-offs, or stolen status. An HPI check covers these areas and should be part of any used car purchase.

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Suzuki Gsf 1250 K9 (2009)

148 real MOT outcomes analysed • 89.9% first-time pass rate

2009 Suzuki Gsf 1250 K9

CarHunch analysed 148 real MOT records for the 2009 Suzuki Gsf 1250 K9. Real test outcomes — pass rates, defect profiles, mileage data — from verified DVLA records. Updated as new MOTs are recorded.
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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.

We have limited data for the 2009 Suzuki Gsf 1250 K9 — treat the figures below as indicative rather than definitive.

⚠️ Around 1 in 8 of these vehicles have had a dangerous MOT failure at some point — usually tyres or brakes, and often a one-off issue rather than a persistent problem. The group stats won't tell you which one you're looking at.

First-time pass

89.9%

UK average ~80%

Better than average

Dangerous (ever)

17.6%

At least once in MOT history

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Avg failures / car

1.09

Over 10 tests on record

High

Typical mileage

14k

Middle half: 8k–20k

For context

These stats describe 148 vehicles as a group. The specific vehicle you're looking at could be the one good example or the one outlier. Run its registration to find out.

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Based on MOT data from 148 vehicles — here's what to check.

📋 Check the full MOT history. 17.6% of these vehicles have had a dangerous defect recorded - recurring advisories often signal problems years before they become failures.
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🔍 Brake pipes, sills and subframes are the key areas on a vehicle this age — structural rust is hard to spot without getting underneath. A mechanic will check all of this before you commit, and give you a concrete basis to negotiate on price. Inspection →
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Pass Rate by Fuel Type

Fuel type	Vehicles	Pass rate	Avg failures
Petrol (97%)	143	89.6%	1.12

Mileage Distribution

Most 2009 Suzuki Gsf 1250 K9 vehicles sit in the blue band. If the vehicle you're looking at is outside it, it's either unusually low or high mileage for its age.

13,864

typical

7,764

low mileage

20,409

high mileage

Half of all 2009 Suzuki Gsf 1250 K9 vehicles fall between 7,764 and 20,409 miles.

Is the mileage you're seeing normal?

✓ Under 7,764 miles — lower than most. Could be great, or could be a vehicle that rarely moved. Check test frequency and mileage progression in the MOT history.

✓ 7,764–20,409 miles — normal for age. This is where most 2009 Suzuki Gsf 1250 K9s sit.

⚠ Over 27,552 miles — higher than typical. Not necessarily a problem, but check service history and look out for advisory build-up on tyres and brakes.

2009 Suzuki Gsf 1250 K9 — Still on the Road

Numbers are thinning — 69% of 2009 Suzuki Gsf 1250 K9s are still active.

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.
* The 2020 dip reflects the government's COVID-19 MOT exemption, which allowed certificates to be extended by six months — fewer tests were conducted that year.

MOT History Averages

Avg MOT tests per vehicle

1.09

Avg failures per vehicle

3.8

Avg advisories per vehicle

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