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CA08 XAF

2008 Suzuki AN400

Black Petrol 385cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 May 2026
Tests20 (12 pass, 8 fail)
Pass rate60%

Mileage

41,777 mi
Last recorded41,777 miles
Recorded on10 May 2025
Typical for 2008 Suzuki AN40015,780 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationCA08 XAF
MakeSuzuki
ModelAN400
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine385cc

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MOT History

12 pass 8 fail
Pass 10 May 2025 41,777 miles

Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Fail 15 Apr 2025 41,419 miles

Rear Brake caliper leaking (1.1.16 (b) (i))

Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 29 Jun 2023 35,174 miles
Fail 10 Jun 2023 34,876 miles

Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Rear Brake disc significantly and obviously worn (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.0 mm thick (1.1.13 (a)) DANGEROUS

Pass 8 Oct 2021 28,612 miles

Main stand missing a bolt

Accessory spot lights incorrectly positioned

Fail 2 Oct 2021 28,599 miles

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

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.0 mm thick (1.1.13 (a)) DANGEROUS

Main stand missing a bolt

Accessory spot lights incorrectly positioned

pilot light flashing

Pass 18 Sep 2020 27,568 miles

Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Fail 18 Sep 2020 27,561 miles

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

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.0 mm thick (1.1.13 (a)) DANGEROUS

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

Fail 11 Sep 2020 27,558 miles

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

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.0 mm thick (1.1.13 (a)) DANGEROUS

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

Pass 30 Apr 2019 23,394 miles
Pass 4 Jun 2018 21,124 miles
Fail 4 Jun 2018 21,124 miles

Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 31 May 2017 20,733 miles

Front Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1a)

Fail 30 May 2017 20,727 miles

Front Front wheel bearings have excessive free play (2.3.5b)

Front Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1a)

Pass 18 Jun 2016 20,339 miles
Fail 15 Jun 2016 20,339 miles

Front Brake lever cannot be applied smoothly (3.1.3d)

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

Rear wheel spindle securing nut(s) loose (2.4.A.2b)

Pass 26 May 2015 17,160 miles
Pass 23 Oct 2013 13,003 miles
Pass 15 Oct 2012 9,976 miles

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

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

Pass 4 Jul 2011 6,237 miles

How Reliable is the Suzuki AN400?

Based on 31,696 MOT tests across 2,780 vehicles.

87.6%
Pass Rate
786
Miles/Year
27
Year Lifespan
2,780
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 563
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 396
Roller brake test indicates a binding brake 220
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 180
wheel bearings are excessively rough 145
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CA08 XAF is a 2008 Suzuki AN400 in Black with a 385cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 60%.

Across all 2008 Suzuki AN400 models, the average MOT pass rate is 84.6% with a typical mileage of 15,780 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 AN400 fails its MOT is tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm, accounting for 563 recorded failures. If you're considering buying CA08 XAF, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Suzuki AN400 typically stays on UK roads for around 27 years. At 18 years old, this Suzuki AN400 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was CA08 XAF registered?

CA08 XAF is a 2008 Suzuki AN400, first registered on 8 July 2008.

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