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BG58 VLS

2008 Suzuki An 400 K8

Black Petrol 400cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 Apr 2026
Tests18 (15 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

18,610 mi
Last recorded18,610 miles
Recorded on20 Apr 2026
Typical for 2008 Suzuki An 400 K818,024 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBG58 VLS
MakeSuzuki
ModelAn 400 K8
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine400cc

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MOT History

15 pass 3 fail
Fail 20 Apr 2026 18,610 miles

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

Rear Stop lamp remains on when the brakes are released (4.3.2 (a) (iii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 11 Apr 2025 18,278 miles

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

Fail 10 Apr 2025 18,277 miles

Front Stop lamp switch with a delay in operation (4.3.2 (a) (ii))

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

Pass 12 Apr 2024 17,899 miles

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

Pass 12 Apr 2023 17,353 miles

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

Pass 10 Mar 2022 16,710 miles
Pass 10 Mar 2021 15,941 miles

Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 8 Jan 2020 15,032 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 8 Oct 2018 13,793 miles
Pass 25 Nov 2017 13,425 miles
Pass 4 May 2017 12,346 miles
Pass 26 May 2016 10,917 miles
Fail 26 May 2016 10,917 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.A1a)

Pass 29 May 2015 9,938 miles
Pass 2 Jun 2014 9,290 miles
Pass 1 Jul 2013 7,893 miles
Pass 2 Jul 2012 5,574 miles
Pass 17 Oct 2011 5,214 miles

How Reliable is the Suzuki An 400 K8?

Based on 2,608 MOT tests across 227 vehicles.

85.5%
Pass Rate
1,057
Miles/Year
19
Year Lifespan
227
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Roller brake test indicates a binding brake 45
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 41
Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 40
Brake pad(s) (sintered type) less than 1.0mm thick 13
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 11
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BG58 VLS is a 2008 Suzuki An 400 K8 in Black with a 400cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

Across all 2008 Suzuki An 400 K8 models, the average MOT pass rate is 84.1% with a typical mileage of 18,024 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 An 400 K8 fails its MOT is roller brake test indicates a binding brake, accounting for 45 recorded failures. If you're considering buying BG58 VLS, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Suzuki An 400 K8 typically stays on UK roads for around 19 years. At 18 years old, this Suzuki An 400 K8 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was BG58 VLS registered?

BG58 VLS is a 2008 Suzuki An 400 K8, first registered on 19 December 2008.

Is BG58 VLS safe to buy?

The MOT history for BG58 VLS shows 18 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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