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BT08 KXY

2008 Suzuki Gsf 650 K8

Black Petrol 656cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires10 Mar 2027
Tests15 (12 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

35,177 mi
Last recorded35,177 miles
Recorded on28 Feb 2026
Typical for 2008 Suzuki Gsf 650 K815,964 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBT08 KXY
MakeSuzuki
ModelGsf 650 K8
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine656cc

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MOT History

12 pass 3 fail
Pass 28 Feb 2026 35,177 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Front Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Motorcycle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

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

Rear Drive chain sprocket worn, but not excessively (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Pass 8 Mar 2025 33,631 miles

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

Motorcycle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Fail 8 Mar 2025 33,631 miles

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

Motorcycle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Rear Stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 5 Mar 2024 32,280 miles

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

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

Offside Rear Brake hose slightly chafed (1.1.12 (b) (i))

Fail 5 Mar 2024 32,280 miles

Central Rear Registration plate lamp does not illuminate simultaneously with the position lamp(s) (4.7.2 (a))

Offside Rear Stop lamp does not illuminate by the operation of both brake controls (4.3.2 (a) (iii)) DANGEROUS

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

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

Offside Rear Brake hose slightly chafed (1.1.12 (b) (i))

Pass 11 Mar 2023 30,915 miles

Rear Suspension pin, bush or joint worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 29 May 2021 27,775 miles
Fail 29 May 2021 27,775 miles

Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 21 Apr 2017 20,842 miles
Pass 1 Aug 2016 20,246 miles
Pass 27 Jul 2015 19,594 miles
Pass 24 Jul 2014 16,960 miles
Pass 1 Aug 2013 13,827 miles
Pass 3 Aug 2012 9,853 miles
Pass 11 Aug 2011 5,383 miles

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

clutch lever broken,will not affect operation

no mirrors fitted

How Reliable is the Suzuki Gsf 650 K8?

Based on 2,681 MOT tests across 248 vehicles.

86.7%
Pass Rate
920
Miles/Year
18
Year Lifespan
248
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 28
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 11
Roller brake test indicates a binding brake 10
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 10
Footrest missing 7
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BT08 KXY is a 2008 Suzuki Gsf 650 K8 in Black with a 656cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

Across all 2008 Suzuki Gsf 650 K8 models, the average MOT pass rate is 86.0% with a typical mileage of 15,964 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 Gsf 650 K8 fails its MOT is tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm, accounting for 28 recorded failures. If you're considering buying BT08 KXY, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Suzuki Gsf 650 K8 typically stays on UK roads for around 18 years. At 18 years old, this Suzuki Gsf 650 K8 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was BT08 KXY registered?

BT08 KXY is a 2008 Suzuki Gsf 650 K8, first registered on 7 June 2008.

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