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BG08 TAU

2008 Suzuki Gsx 1400 K7 Fe

Blue Petrol 1402cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires14 Jul 2027
Tests10 (9 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90%

Mileage

11,269 mi
Last recorded11,269 miles
Recorded on14 Jul 2026
Typical for 2008 Suzuki Gsx 1400 K7 Fe13,346 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBG08 TAU
MakeSuzuki
ModelGsx 1400 K7 Fe
Year2008
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,402cc

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MOT History

9 pass 1 fail
Pass 14 Jul 2026 11,269 miles
Pass 15 Jul 2025 10,504 miles
Fail 15 Jul 2025 10,504 miles

Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 5 Apr 2025 10,500 miles
Pass 7 Jan 2017 9,996 miles
Pass 1 Feb 2016 9,386 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Nearside Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Pass 13 Sep 2014 9,366 miles
Pass 20 Jun 2013 8,775 miles
Pass 9 Jun 2012 8,565 miles
Pass 11 Jun 2011 6,811 miles

How Reliable is the Suzuki Gsx 1400 K7 Fe?

Based on 2,287 MOT tests across 190 vehicles.

90.5%
Pass Rate
777
Miles/Year
19
Year Lifespan
190
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 20
shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 8
Roller brake test indicates excessive fluctuation of brake effort 6
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 3
Headlamp aim too low 3
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BG08 TAU is a 2008 Suzuki Gsx 1400 K7 Fe in Blue with a 1,402cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90%.

Across all 2008 Suzuki Gsx 1400 K7 Fe models, the average MOT pass rate is 90.5% with a typical mileage of 13,346 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 1400 K7 Fe fails its MOT is tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm, accounting for 20 recorded failures. If you're considering buying BG08 TAU, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Suzuki Gsx 1400 K7 Fe typically stays on UK roads for around 19 years. At 18 years old, this Suzuki Gsx 1400 K7 Fe is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was BG08 TAU registered?

BG08 TAU is a 2008 Suzuki Gsx 1400 K7 Fe, first registered on 20 June 2008.

Is BG08 TAU safe to buy?

The MOT history for BG08 TAU shows 10 tests with a 90% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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