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BG08 TBO

2008 Suzuki GSX1400

Blue Petrol 1402cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires20 May 2027
Tests18 (16 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

10,310 mi
Last recorded10,310 miles
Recorded on21 Apr 2026
Typical for 2008 Suzuki GSX140011,733 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBG08 TBO
MakeSuzuki
ModelGSX1400
Year2008
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,402cc

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MOT History

16 pass 2 fail
Pass 21 Apr 2026 10,310 miles
Pass 17 May 2025 10,201 miles
Pass 9 May 2024 10,075 miles
Pass 19 May 2023 9,986 miles
Pass 3 May 2022 9,924 miles
Pass 26 Apr 2021 9,846 miles
Pass 23 Apr 2020 9,451 miles
Pass 21 May 2019 9,220 miles
Pass 4 May 2018 9,207 miles
Pass 12 Apr 2017 8,702 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 17 Jun 2016 8,292 miles
Pass 20 Jun 2015 7,626 miles

Drive chain slightly tight (6.2.1d)

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

Pass 21 Jun 2014 6,616 miles
Fail 29 Jun 2013 5,688 miles

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Nearside Handlebar handgrip not secure to handlebars. (2.1.1c)

Pass 29 Jun 2013 5,688 miles
Pass 4 Jul 2012 4,901 miles

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

Pass 1 Jul 2011 3,827 miles
Fail 1 Jul 2011 3,827 miles

Registration plate characters incorrectly spaced (6.3.4a)

How Reliable is the Suzuki GSX1400?

Based on 66,306 MOT tests across 4,395 vehicles.

89.5%
Pass Rate
786
Miles/Year
25
Year Lifespan
4,395
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 700
shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 312
Roller brake test indicates excessive fluctuation of brake effort 189
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 188
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 172
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BG08 TBO is a 2008 Suzuki GSX1400 in Blue with a 1,402cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

Across all 2008 Suzuki GSX1400 models, the average MOT pass rate is 91.5% with a typical mileage of 11,733 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 GSX1400 fails its MOT is tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm, accounting for 700 recorded failures. If you're considering buying BG08 TBO, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Suzuki GSX1400 typically stays on UK roads for around 25 years. At 18 years old, this Suzuki GSX1400 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was BG08 TBO registered?

BG08 TBO is a 2008 Suzuki GSX1400, first registered on 5 July 2008.

Is BG08 TBO safe to buy?

The MOT history for BG08 TBO shows 18 tests with a 88.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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