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BG08 VVJ

2008 Suzuki Gs 500 K7

Blue Petrol 487cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 Jun 2022
Tests8 (7 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

19,192 mi
Last recorded19,192 miles
Recorded on7 Jun 2021
Typical for 2008 Suzuki Gs 500 K719,392 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBG08 VVJ
MakeSuzuki
ModelGs 500 K7
Year2008
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine487cc
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MOT History

7 pass 1 fail
Pass 7 Jun 2021 19,192 miles

Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit front and rear sidewalls cracking but not to cords (5.2.3 (e))

Fail 5 Jun 2021 19,173 miles

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

Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit front and rear sidewalls cracking but not to cords (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 21 Apr 2018 18,687 miles
Pass 22 Apr 2017 18,554 miles

Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Pass 8 Apr 2016 18,327 miles
Pass 29 Apr 2013 15,254 miles

Centre Rear Rear suspension slightly corroded (2.4.A.2d)

Pass 28 Apr 2012 10,520 miles

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

Pass 28 Apr 2011 6,999 miles

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

How Reliable is the Suzuki Gs 500 K7?

Based on 1,659 MOT tests across 159 vehicles.

83.0%
Pass Rate
1,629
Miles/Year
19
Year Lifespan
159
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 31
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 27
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 13
shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 12
Drive chain excessively loose 8
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BG08 VVJ is a 2008 Suzuki Gs 500 K7 in Blue with a 487cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

Across all 2008 Suzuki Gs 500 K7 models, the average MOT pass rate is 83.1% with a typical mileage of 19,392 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Suzuki Gs 500 K7 fails its MOT is tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm, accounting for 31 recorded failures. If you're considering buying BG08 VVJ, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Suzuki Gs 500 K7 typically stays on UK roads for around 19 years. At 18 years old, this Suzuki Gs 500 K7 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was BG08 VVJ registered?

BG08 VVJ is a 2008 Suzuki Gs 500 K7, first registered on 1 May 2008.

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