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BK08 SUZ

2008 Suzuki Gsx 1300 BK8

Black Petrol 1299cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires18 May 2027
Tests17 (14 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate82.4%

Mileage

14,788 mi
Last recorded14,788 miles
Recorded on12 May 2026
Typical for 2008 Suzuki Gsx 1300 BK813,134 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBK08 SUZ
MakeSuzuki
ModelGsx 1300 BK8
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,299cc

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MOT History

14 pass 3 fail
Pass 12 May 2026 14,788 miles
Pass 14 May 2025 14,284 miles
Pass 16 May 2024 14,044 miles
Pass 18 May 2023 14,000 miles
Pass 19 May 2022 13,833 miles

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 1 Apr 2021 13,646 miles
Pass 19 Jun 2019 13,501 miles

Rear Brake pedal not releasing correctly (1.1.2 (b) (i))

Fail 12 Jun 2019 13,458 miles

Headlamp light source and lamp not compatible (4.1.4 (c))

Rear Brake pedal not releasing correctly (1.1.2 (b) (i))

Pass 13 Jun 2018 13,321 miles
Fail 13 Jun 2018 13,321 miles

Nearside Rear Footrest missing (6.2.12 (a))

Offside Rear Footrest missing (6.2.12 (a))

Pass 6 May 2017 13,240 miles

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

Pass 10 Mar 2015 12,998 miles

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

Pass 14 Mar 2014 12,700 miles

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

Pass 16 Feb 2013 12,066 miles
Pass 16 Mar 2012 10,828 miles
Fail 10 Mar 2012 10,778 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 2 Apr 2011 8,746 miles

How Reliable is the Suzuki Gsx 1300 BK8?

Based on 5,016 MOT tests across 511 vehicles.

91.3%
Pass Rate
878
Miles/Year
19
Year Lifespan
511
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 32
reflector on motorcycle missing 17
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 9
Registration plate with character(s) which are not the correct height 9
Brake pad(s) (sintered type) less than 1.0mm thick 8
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BK08 SUZ is a 2008 Suzuki Gsx 1300 BK8 in Black with a 1,299cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 82.4%.

Across all 2008 Suzuki Gsx 1300 BK8 models, the average MOT pass rate is 91.2% with a typical mileage of 13,134 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 BK8 fails its MOT is tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm, accounting for 32 recorded failures. If you're considering buying BK08 SUZ, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Suzuki Gsx 1300 BK8 typically stays on UK roads for around 19 years. At 18 years old, this Suzuki Gsx 1300 BK8 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was BK08 SUZ registered?

BK08 SUZ is a 2008 Suzuki Gsx 1300 BK8, first registered on 1 March 2008.

Is BK08 SUZ safe to buy?

The MOT history for BK08 SUZ shows 17 tests with a 82.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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