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AV08 FVA

2008 Suzuki GSF650

Black Petrol 656cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires30 Sep 2026
Tests19 (15 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate78.9%

Mileage

28,337 mi
Last recorded28,337 miles
Recorded on1 Oct 2025
Typical for 2008 Suzuki GSF65016,287 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAV08 FVA
MakeSuzuki
ModelGSF650
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine656cc

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MOT History

15 pass 4 fail
Pass 1 Oct 2025 28,337 miles

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Fail 11 Sep 2025 28,314 miles

Stop lamp not working by foot brake (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

engine oil low

slight oil leal on oil pressure switch

Pass 11 Sep 2024 26,374 miles

Rear Suspension arm pin, bush or joint worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 12 Sep 2023 25,593 miles

Rear Suspension arm pin, bush or joint worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Fail 12 Sep 2023 25,593 miles

Rear Stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Rear Suspension arm pin, bush or joint worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 31 Aug 2022 25,336 miles

Rear Suspension arm pin, bush or joint worn but not resulting in excessive movement Link pivots. (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 1 Sep 2021 24,251 miles

Front Brake lever is bent but brake can still be readily applied (1.1.2 (d))

Fail 1 Sep 2021 24,251 miles

Front Brake lever is bent but brake can still be readily applied (1.1.2 (d))

Rear Stop lamp emits other than a steady red light (4.3.3 (a) (ii))

Pass 19 Aug 2020 24,166 miles

Front Brake lever is bent but brake can still be readily applied (1.1.2 (d))

Pass 10 Aug 2019 23,621 miles
Fail 10 Aug 2019 23,621 miles

Exhaust silencer insecure (8.1.1 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Footrest insecure (6.2.12 (a))

Pass 29 Jun 2018 21,232 miles
Pass 23 Jun 2017 19,032 miles
Pass 15 Jun 2016 17,520 miles

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

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

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2A1f(ii))

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

Pass 19 Jun 2015 16,922 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Pass 29 May 2014 16,305 miles
Pass 8 Jun 2013 15,255 miles
Pass 26 Jun 2012 13,642 miles
Pass 14 Mar 2011 12,310 miles

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

How Reliable is the Suzuki GSF650?

Based on 44,060 MOT tests across 3,774 vehicles.

87.0%
Pass Rate
1,012
Miles/Year
21
Year Lifespan
3,774
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 647
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 306
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 244
Drive chain excessively loose 146
shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 138
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AV08 FVA is a 2008 Suzuki GSF650 in Black with a 656cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.9%.

Across all 2008 Suzuki GSF650 models, the average MOT pass rate is 86.9% with a typical mileage of 16,287 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 Suzuki GSF650 fails its MOT is tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm, accounting for 647 recorded failures. If you're considering buying AV08 FVA, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Suzuki GSF650 typically stays on UK roads for around 21 years. At 18 years old, this Suzuki GSF650 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was AV08 FVA registered?

AV08 FVA is a 2008 Suzuki GSF650, first registered on 20 March 2008.

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