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AV08 UKA

2008 Suzuki Gsx 1300 RK8

Blue Petrol 1340cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires4 Sep 2025
Tests13 (8 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate61.5%

Mileage

57,510 mi
Last recorded57,510 miles
Recorded on5 Sep 2024
Typical for 2008 Suzuki Gsx 1300 RK814,369 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAV08 UKA
MakeSuzuki
ModelGsx 1300 RK8
Year2008
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,340cc

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MOT History

8 pass 5 fail
Pass 5 Sep 2024 57,510 miles

Front Tyre over 5 years old.

Fail 23 Aug 2024 57,510 miles

Front Wheel bearing has excessive play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Front Wheel bearing rough when rotated (5.1.3 (b) (i))

Steering headbearing excessively stiff or notchy (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Front Wheel bearing play so excessive that directional control is impaired (5.1.3 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Front Wheel bearing so rough it is likely to overheat or break up (5.1.3 (b) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Front Tyre over 5 years old.

Pass 6 Oct 2018 50,752 miles

notchy steering head bearings

Pass 1 Feb 2017 28,391 miles
Fail 1 Feb 2017 28,391 miles

Exhaust noise is clearly in excess of that emitted by a similar motor bicycle fitted with a standard silencer in average condition (7.1.2)

Pass 15 Jun 2016 25,134 miles
Pass 16 Feb 2015 15,929 miles
Fail 16 Feb 2015 15,929 miles

Front Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

Pass 4 Feb 2014 14,006 miles
Pass 25 Feb 2013 12,559 miles
Fail 22 Feb 2013 12,552 miles

Rear Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))

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

Pass 22 Feb 2012 8,378 miles
Fail 22 Feb 2012 8,378 miles

Horn not working (1.7.3a)

How Reliable is the Suzuki Gsx 1300 RK8?

Based on 4,731 MOT tests across 483 vehicles.

91.2%
Pass Rate
970
Miles/Year
19
Year Lifespan
483
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 51
wheel bearings have excessive free play 12
reflector on motorcycle missing 9
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 8
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 8
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AV08 UKA is a 2008 Suzuki Gsx 1300 RK8 in Blue with a 1,340cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 61.5%.

Across all 2008 Suzuki Gsx 1300 RK8 models, the average MOT pass rate is 91.6% with a typical mileage of 14,369 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 Gsx 1300 RK8 fails its MOT is tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm, accounting for 51 recorded failures. If you're considering buying AV08 UKA, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Suzuki Gsx 1300 RK8 typically stays on UK roads for around 19 years. At 18 years old, this Suzuki Gsx 1300 RK8 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was AV08 UKA registered?

AV08 UKA is a 2008 Suzuki Gsx 1300 RK8, first registered on 17 June 2008.

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