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AE08 ELX

2008 Hyosung Gv 650

Black Petrol 647cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires27 Nov 2026
Tests18 (13 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate72.2%

Mileage

8,499 mi
Last recorded8,499 miles
Recorded on28 Nov 2025
Typical for 2008 Hyosung Gv 6506,465 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAE08 ELX
MakeHyosung
ModelGv 650
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine647cc

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MOT History

13 pass 5 fail
Pass 28 Nov 2025 8,499 miles
Pass 20 Jun 2024 7,815 miles
Pass 19 Jul 2023 6,751 miles
Pass 10 Jun 2022 5,758 miles
Fail 10 Jun 2022 5,758 miles

Rear Brake caliper insecure Brake caliper carrier loose (1.1.16 (c) (i))

Pass 10 Jun 2021 4,937 miles

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Rear Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Pass 15 Aug 2019 4,016 miles
Pass 14 Jun 2018 3,959 miles
Fail 8 Jun 2018 3,959 miles

Front Tyre tread not clearly visible (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Pass 26 May 2017 3,913 miles

Tyre worn close to the legal limit Front (4.1.3(ii))

Pass 10 May 2016 3,796 miles
Fail 10 May 2016 3,796 miles

Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick Right Hand (3.2.A1f(i))

Pass 8 May 2015 3,360 miles
Fail 6 May 2015 3,360 miles

Front Tyre valve stem damaged which could cause sudden tyre deflation (4.1.2c) DANGEROUS

Rear Tyre valve stem damaged which could cause sudden tyre deflation (4.1.2c) DANGEROUS

Pass 9 Jul 2014 3,183 miles

front tyre slight cracking

Fail 9 Jul 2014 3,183 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.2.A1f(i))

front tyre slight cracking

Pass 8 Jul 2013 2,906 miles
Pass 28 Jun 2012 1,808 miles

How Reliable is the Hyosung Gv 650?

Based on 2,069 MOT tests across 239 vehicles.

81.8%
Pass Rate
480
Miles/Year
20
Year Lifespan
239
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 43
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 24
Roller brake test indicates a binding brake 24
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 19
shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 12
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AE08 ELX is a 2008 Hyosung Gv 650 in Black with a 647cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.2%.

Across all 2008 Hyosung Gv 650 models, the average MOT pass rate is 81.5% with a typical mileage of 6,465 miles. This particular vehicle has a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

The most common reason a Hyosung Gv 650 fails its MOT is tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm, accounting for 43 recorded failures. If you're considering buying AE08 ELX, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Hyosung Gv 650 typically stays on UK roads for around 20 years. At 18 years old, this Hyosung Gv 650 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was AE08 ELX registered?

AE08 ELX is a 2008 Hyosung Gv 650, first registered on 7 March 2008.

Is AE08 ELX safe to buy?

The MOT history for AE08 ELX shows 18 tests with a 72.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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