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CE08 EBV

2008 Suzuki Gsx 650 FK8

Blue Petrol 644cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 May 2026
Tests21 (15 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

18,469 mi
Last recorded18,469 miles
Recorded on27 May 2025
Typical for 2008 Suzuki Gsx 650 FK814,680 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationCE08 EBV
MakeSuzuki
ModelGsx 650 FK8
Year2008
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine644cc
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MOT History

15 pass 6 fail
Pass 27 May 2025 18,469 miles
Fail 22 May 2025 18,463 miles

Drive chain excessively tight (6.1.7 (k) (i))

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

Offside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 31 Jul 2024 17,843 miles
Fail 31 Jul 2024 17,843 miles

Offside Front Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 26 Jul 2023 15,320 miles
Fail 26 Jul 2023 15,320 miles

Nearside Front Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 15 Jul 2022 13,800 miles

Nearside Front Direction indicator with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 14 Jul 2021 12,126 miles
Pass 5 Feb 2021 11,703 miles
Pass 15 May 2019 11,455 miles

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

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

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

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

Pass 12 May 2018 11,250 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

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

Pass 14 Apr 2017 11,215 miles
Fail 14 Apr 2017 11,215 miles

Nearside Rear Direction indicators not working (1.5.1c)

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

Pass 4 Apr 2016 11,130 miles
Pass 10 Apr 2015 10,658 miles
Pass 7 Apr 2014 9,479 miles
Fail 7 Apr 2014 9,479 miles

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Pass 6 Apr 2013 8,609 miles
Fail 6 Apr 2013 8,609 miles

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

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Pass 10 Mar 2012 8,594 miles
Pass 5 Mar 2011 8,366 miles

How Reliable is the Suzuki Gsx 650 FK8?

Based on 8,308 MOT tests across 764 vehicles.

88.9%
Pass Rate
992
Miles/Year
18
Year Lifespan
764
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 105
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 41
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 39
Roller brake test indicates excessive fluctuation of brake effort 20
Drive chain excessively loose 18
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CE08 EBV is a 2008 Suzuki Gsx 650 FK8 in Blue with a 644cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

Across all 2008 Suzuki Gsx 650 FK8 models, the average MOT pass rate is 88.8% with a typical mileage of 14,680 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 650 FK8 fails its MOT is tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm, accounting for 105 recorded failures. If you're considering buying CE08 EBV, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Suzuki Gsx 650 FK8 typically stays on UK roads for around 18 years. At 18 years old, this Suzuki Gsx 650 FK8 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was CE08 EBV registered?

CE08 EBV is a 2008 Suzuki Gsx 650 FK8, first registered on 1 March 2008.

Is CE08 EBV safe to buy?

The MOT history for CE08 EBV shows 21 tests with a 71.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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