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BT08 JXG

2008 Suzuki Gs 500 K7

Grey Petrol 487cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires15 Apr 2027
Tests18 (16 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

76,946 mi
Last recorded76,946 miles
Recorded on16 Apr 2026
Typical for 2008 Suzuki Gs 500 K719,392 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBT08 JXG
MakeSuzuki
ModelGs 500 K7
Year2008
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine487cc
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MOT History

16 pass 2 fail
Pass 16 Apr 2026 76,946 miles
Pass 16 Apr 2025 71,452 miles
Pass 12 Apr 2024 66,114 miles

Front Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 14 Apr 2023 58,241 miles

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Rear Drive chain slightly loose (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Pass 16 Apr 2022 50,789 miles

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

Nearside Front Handlebar deformed but serviceable (2.2.1 (c) (i))

Pass 15 Apr 2021 43,605 miles

Nearside Front oil leak from engine

Rear Drive chain slightly loose (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Pass 16 Apr 2020 38,888 miles
Fail 8 Apr 2020 38,876 miles

Front Brake indicates excessive fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Pass 9 Apr 2019 36,058 miles
Pass 6 Apr 2018 29,825 miles
Fail 6 Apr 2018 29,825 miles

Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

Pass 1 Apr 2017 25,505 miles
Pass 4 Apr 2016 21,907 miles
Pass 30 Mar 2015 17,961 miles
Pass 24 Mar 2014 14,843 miles
Pass 21 Mar 2013 9,771 miles
Pass 15 Mar 2012 5,891 miles
Pass 10 Jul 2011 5,363 miles

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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BT08 JXG is a 2008 Suzuki Gs 500 K7 in Grey with a 487cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

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 BT08 JXG, 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 BT08 JXG registered?

BT08 JXG is a 2008 Suzuki Gs 500 K7, first registered on 10 June 2008.

Is BT08 JXG safe to buy?

The MOT history for BT08 JXG 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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