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BU54 YEP

2008 Suzuki Gsx 1300 RK8

Grey Petrol 1340cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires23 Sep 2026
Tests16 (14 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

17,278 mi
Last recorded17,278 miles
Recorded on24 Sep 2025
Typical for 2008 Suzuki Gsx 1300 RK814,369 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBU54 YEP
MakeSuzuki
ModelGsx 1300 RK8
Year2008
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,340cc
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MOT History

14 pass 2 fail
Pass 24 Sep 2025 17,278 miles
Pass 7 Sep 2024 15,291 miles
Pass 29 Aug 2023 13,372 miles

Central Front Headlamp light intensity reduced (4.1.4 (a))

Fail 29 Aug 2023 13,372 miles

Central Front Headlamp light intensity reduced (4.1.4 (a))

Central Rear Registration plate incorrect (0.1 (c))

Pass 23 Apr 2022 11,099 miles
Pass 24 Apr 2021 10,476 miles
Pass 2 May 2020 9,896 miles

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

Pass 23 Apr 2019 9,333 miles

Front Brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Front Tyre valve slightly perished

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

Rear Tyre valve slightly perished

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

Pass 21 Apr 2018 8,839 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 29 Apr 2017 8,008 miles

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

Pass 22 Apr 2016 7,576 miles

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

Fail 11 Apr 2015 6,060 miles

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Pass 11 Apr 2015 6,060 miles
Pass 9 Apr 2014 5,155 miles
Pass 25 Mar 2013 3,432 miles
Pass 13 Apr 2012 3,097 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

How Reliable is the Suzuki Gsx 1300 RK8?

Based on 4,731 MOT tests across 483 vehicles.

91.2%
Pass Rate
970
Miles/Year
19
Year Lifespan
483
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 51
wheel bearings have excessive free play 12
reflector on motorcycle missing 9
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 8
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 8
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BU54 YEP is a 2008 Suzuki Gsx 1300 RK8 in Grey with a 1,340cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

Across all 2008 Suzuki Gsx 1300 RK8 models, the average MOT pass rate is 91.6% with a typical mileage of 14,369 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 RK8 fails its MOT is tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm, accounting for 51 recorded failures. If you're considering buying BU54 YEP, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Suzuki Gsx 1300 RK8 typically stays on UK roads for around 19 years. At 18 years old, this Suzuki Gsx 1300 RK8 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was BU54 YEP registered?

BU54 YEP is a 2008 Suzuki Gsx 1300 RK8, first registered on 31 December 2008.

Is BU54 YEP safe to buy?

The MOT history for BU54 YEP shows 16 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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